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Expert Advice: Common Behavior Issues
Seniors Behaving Badly: How To Handle Older Dogs Acting Out
Kathy Santo trains dogs for home life and competition at her Kathy Santo Dog Training school in New Jersey. She is the author of Kathy Santo’s Dog Sense and has handled multiple Obedience trial champions. She also teaches digital dog-training courses available online. When I first heard the phrase “old dogs are the best dogs,” […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/how-to-handle-senior-dogs-behaving-badly/
| December 27, 2019
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Expert Advice: Breeding & Whelping
Choices: Placing Adult Dogs
Placing an adult dog with another breeder or as a house pet requires some planning, and you must know the dog’s individual personality. You have a lovely, finished bitch who has produced two litters for you. From each litter you have kept a bitch. The older one is almost finished, and the younger one shows […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/choices-placing-adult-dogs/
| April 10, 2015
Expert Advice: Advanced Training
Therapy Dog Certification: Where to Start
Wheaten Terriers have a penchant for making friends wherever they go, and it should come as no surprise that they excel at therapy work, provided they receive obedience training and have the right temperament. Participation in the AKC’s STAR Puppy program followed by Canine Good Citizen® certification is a great way for a dog to […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/how-to-get-into-therapy-work/
| June 19, 2015
Expert Advice: News
Rottweiler Leads Disabled Vietnam Vet to Washington
He’s an unlikely lobbyist, but this Rottweiler is doing more than advocating for the rights of disabled veterans—he’s also serving as an ambassador for his breed. Dieter is a service dog for Neal Williams, a disabled Vietnam veteran who serves on the board of directors of the New England chapter of Paralyzed Veterans of America. […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/rottweiler-leads-disabled-vietnam-vet-to-washington/
| September 8, 2015
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Expert Advice: Puppy Training
Beagle Puppy Training Timeline: What to Expect and When to Expect It
Beagles are known for their long ears, hunting skills, and happy-go-lucky attitude. But while they love companionship and are usually easygoing, their noses can get them into trouble. Before you bring home your first Beagle puppy, it's important to prepare.We talked to National Beagle Club Approved Mentor Lori Norman about major milestones for Beagles. Here's […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/beagle-puppy-training-timeline-what-to-expect-and-when-to-expect-it/
| January 13, 2021
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Expert Advice: Training
How to Teach Your Dog to Come When Called
Learning to come when called, or recall to you, is one of the most important skills your dog can learn. But teaching a recall can be challenging, as dogs find so much of the world so interesting. Each time we ask our dog to come to us, we’re asking them to stop what they’re doing. What […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/virtual-home-manners-teaching-dog-come-called/
| February 1, 2021
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
How to Train a Rottweiler Puppy: Rottie Training Timeline
Rottweilers are a highly intelligent breed and are generally ready to please and eager to be trained. Teaching them good behavior and socializing them early on will help bring out the best in your puppy. Teresa Bradley has been showing champion Rottweilers since 1987 and has been a breeder of Rottweiler champions since 1999. We […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/how-to-train-a-rottweiler-training-your-rottie-puppy/
| March 9, 2021
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Boxer Puppy Training Timeline: How to Train a Boxer
With their chiseled features, muscular bodies, and square jaws, Boxers are the movie stars of the dog world. These handsome pups are known for their loyalty, quick wit, and protective nature, but these charming characteristics also mean Boxer pups have a few special considerations when it comes to training and socialization. We spoke with several […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/boxer-puppy-training-timeline-what-to-expect-and-when-to-expect-it/
| April 5, 2021
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Expert Advice: Puppy Training
How to Train a Corgi: Corgi Puppy Training Timeline
Corgis are known for being smart, energetic, and adorable. Plus, they're practically royalty: Pembroke Welsh Corgis are a favorite of Queen Elizabeth II. But they also require some extra love and attention when it comes to exercise, training, and grooming. For tips, we talked to Anne Bowes, the owner of Heronsway Pembroke Welsh Corgis who […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/train-corgi-corgi-puppy-training-timeline/
| April 13, 2021
Clubs & Delegates
State Issues April 2021
Here are some highlights of state-level issues AKC GR is currently tracking. Alabama – HB 235 would authorize food service establishments to allow pet dogs in outdoor restaurant seating areas and sets out access, sanitation, and other requirements. It also specifies that emotional support animals are not service animals within the meaning of the Americans […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/state-issues-april-2021/
| April 16, 2021