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Expert Advice: News
What Makes A Good Crisis Therapy Dog?
Similar to how dogs have been shown to help their owners feel better, therapy dogs are able to bring comfort and support to the public. Therapy dogs are typically social, yet calm dogs who after training and certification can alongside their handler visit people in schools, hospitals, nursing homes, and other settings. There are also […]
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| June 23, 2022
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Expert Advice: Conformation
Westminster Best in Show Winners 2008 to 2024
Through the years, many different breeds have won Best in Show at New York City’s Westminster Dog Show, including the 2022 winner Trumpet the Bloodhound.
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| June 22, 2022
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Best Great Dane Names for Your Easygoing Joy of a Puppy
Great Danes are easy to spot—thanks to their physical magnitude—and quite easy to live with too, despite their large stature. The breed is known to be friendly, patient, and dependable. They are gentle giants who get along well with kids and are loyal and lovable pets all around. However, their large size and giant breed […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/great-dane-names/
| June 9, 2022
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Expert Advice: Events
8 Things You May Not Know About the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show
There's so much to do and see at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show presented by Purina® Pro Plan® that even longtime attendees may not know the ins and outs of the event. There are the breed sessions, competitions in agility and obedience, and of course, the big events of group judging and best in show. […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/things-about-the-westminster-kennel-club-dog-show/
| June 7, 2022
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Expert Advice: Travel & Adventure
How to Stand-Up Paddle Board With Your Dog
Stand-up paddle boarding (SUP) is a popular summer activity that you can actually do with your dog. It combines surfing and paddling into a full-body workout. With some patience and the right equipment, you can teach your dog to ride on the board while you push merrily along. Here's what you need to know before […]
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| June 2, 2022
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Expert Advice: Names
Best Food Names for Dogs That Are Hilariously Delicious
We take name inspiration from all of our favorite things in life. Our favorite places, flowers, family members, movies—so when it comes to naming a new puppy, why not take a cue from some of our most-loved foods too? Whether you prefer sweet, salty, or savory, we have all kinds of food names for dogs. As […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/best-food-names-for-dogs/
| May 19, 2022
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Expert Advice: News
How Two Couples Were Able to Open Dream Dog Training Facilities
Are you a canine instructor who works for other training companies? Do you think about working with dogs in a facility that you own and operate? When professional dog trainers imagined running a top-notch canine center, they made a big move. The result? Two successful, state-of-the-art centers devoted to enriching dogs' relationships with their owners. Here's how […]
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| May 18, 2022
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Try Something New This Summer: Dog Sports!
Give these summer dog sports a go during the hotter months, as they're perfect for bonding and working with your dog outside.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/summer-dog-sports/
| May 17, 2022
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Expert Advice: Breed History
Field Spaniel History: A Type Brought Back From Extinction
With solemn but curious brown eyes, the mahogany spaniel in the doorway gazes upon a visitor. A well-formed male with power in his stance, the dog pads gently forward, in a slow, assessing approach. His big brown nose investigates the newcomer. They say that Field Spaniels can be reticent when first meeting a stranger, but […]
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| May 9, 2022
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Expert Advice: AKC Family Dog
Dachshunds Become Unlikely Cadaver Dogs
Sue Stejskal was inching along on her belly in a dark crawl space that may have once held the corpse of a murder victim. A headlamp was all she had for light. She was in that tight spot because of Chili Dawg, a sweet 8-pound Dachshund with wiry hair the color of a caramel milkshake. […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/family-dog/dachshund-becomes-cadaver-dog/
| May 5, 2022