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Expert Advice: Feature
Seeking Resolutions: Inside Human and Canine Partners’ Search for Lost Souls
In March 2014, a landslide in Oso, Washington, devastated the community of Steelhead Haven, destroying 49 homes and other buildings and killing 43 people. Suzanne Elshult, a Search and Rescue volunteer, was deployed to Oso with her yellow Labrador Retriever Keb. “We were standing on a pile of rubble, and I deployed Keb on a […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/human-canine-search-for-lost-souls/
| October 26, 2022
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Sports & Events
Junior Report: Autumn Maine
What is your name? Autumn Maine How old are you? 13 years old. What state do you live in? Virginia What breed(s) do you compete with? Boston Terrier. Labrador Retriever. I have also worked with many breeds as a volunteer. What sport(s) do you compete in with your dog(s)? Conformation, CAT, Fast CAT, Obedience and […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/juniors/junior-resources/junior-spotlight/junior-report-autumn-maine/
| October 20, 2022
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Expert Advice: Training
Why You Shouldn’t Stare Down a Dog
Dog watching—like people watching—can be a fun activity for people. Guessing the breed and, eventually, asking if you can pet their dog brings a little joy to the day. However, it's a good idea to be a bit wary of how you look at a dog. Prolonged eye contact can have different meanings for dogs, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/why-you-shouldnt-stare-down-a-dog/
| October 13, 2022
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The Truth Behind 10 Common Dog Myths
There is so much misinformation passed around about dogs, but to truly know your pet, get to the bottom of these common dog myths.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice//busting-common-dog-myths/
| September 19, 2022
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Expert Advice: Safety
Home Alone: How to Keep an Eye on Your Dog When You’re Not There
Paid Advertisement When you get ready to leave your house for work or a quick errand, are you confident that your pooch will settle down for a leisurely snooze until you return? That's what the owner of three black Labrador Retrievers thought. But while she was out, those silly dogs ate the popcorn strung on […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/how-to-keep-an-eye-on-your-dog/
| September 30, 2022
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Expert Advice: General Nutrition
Soy in Dog Food: What You Need to Know
Does soy in dog food deserve the negative press it gets, or can it be a good thing? Learn about the pros and cons of this ingredient in your dog's diet.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/nutrition/soy-in-dog-food-what-you-need-to-know/
| September 30, 2022
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Expert Advice: Home & Living
How to Make a Dog-Filled Home Comfortable for Guests with Allergies
Paid Advertisement Approximately 10 to 20 percent of the world’s population suffers from allergies to dogs and cats, according to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA). As the number of homes with pets keeps increasing, more people seek solutions to their sensitivity to pet allergens. If you have slight allergies or have a […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/home-living/dog-filled-home-comfortable-for-guests-with-allergies/
| September 26, 2022
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Expert Advice: News
Demand Booms for Bomb-Sniffing Detection Dogs
The shortage of bomb-sniffing detection dogs in the U.S. and across the world is increasing, while demand is on the rise. In 2021, global terrorist attacks increased to 5,226. In many of these situations, explosive (bomb-sniffing) detection dogs could serve as a deterrent. The problem is there are not enough dogs to meet the growing […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/demand-booms-bomb-sniffing-detection-dogs/
| September 12, 2022
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Expert Advice: Training
What is Trigger Stacking? How to Handle an Overly Stressed Dog
Similar to people, sensitive, anxious, or reactive dogs can have periods when everything seems to go wrong. Trigger stacking refers to a phenomenon in which a dog experiences multiple stressful or scary situations within a short timespan. As a result, a pup may feel overwhelmed and exhibit a large reaction to an otherwise minor stressor. […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/how-to-avoid-trigger-stacking-in-dogs/
| September 8, 2022
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Expert Advice: Feature
Dogs in Demand for Explosives Detection Work in U.S.
Breeders have a lot to observe when they have a new litter: health, structure, and temperament. And Labrador Retriever breeder Debby Kay keeps close tabs on another factor she considers crucial — how the pups use their noses. Kay has been a pioneer in scent-detection work for more than 40 years. Many of her Chilbrook […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/dogs-in-demand-explosives-detection-us/
| August 26, 2022