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Expert Advice: News
Study Finds That Dogs Use Their Tails Mainly to Communicate
A recent study suggests dogs' tails don't influence agile movements as we once thought. But don't underestimate its importance for communication between humans, animals, and other dogs.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/new-study-what-do-dogs-use-tail-for/
| July 26, 2023
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Expert Advice: Training
Teaching Your Dog Not to Door Dart
Does your dog dart out the door as soon as it's opened? This behavior is very dangerous, but alternative behaviors can help them react appropriately.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/teaching-your-dog-not-to-door-dart/
| July 24, 2023
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Expert Advice: Health
What to Do if a Spider Bites Your Dog
What should you do if your dog is bitten by a spider? It depends on the type - some spiders that are common throughout the U.S. have very toxic bites.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/spider-bite-dog/
| July 24, 2023
Legislative Alerts
Federal: Increased Dog Import Requirements, Better Protection Against Rabies Part of CDC Proposal
As previously reported, the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has proposed a new rule to address the public health risk of dog-maintained rabies virus variant (DMRVV) associated with the importation of dogs into the United States. CDC notes that the close relationship between dogs and people means that there is a […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/federal-increased-dog-import-requirements-better-protection-rabies-part-cdc-proposal/
| July 18, 2023
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Expert Advice: Health
Hernias in Dogs: What You Need to Know
Hernias are a common ailment in dogs and can, at times, be life threatening. Learn to recognize the signs of the five types of hernia.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/hernias-in-dogs/
| July 18, 2023
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Expert Advice: Health
Ataxia in Dogs: What You Need to Know
If your dog is suffering from ataxia, the most common symptom you might notice is a change in his gait, making him very unsteady.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/ataxia-in-dogs/
| July 13, 2023
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Family Takes Purple Bus and Boston Terrier ‘Delilah’ to AKC Fastest Dogs USA
Will small-but-mighty Boston Terrier Delilah hold her crown as the fastest of her breed at this year's AKC Fastest Dogs USA?
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/delilah-boston-terrier-akc-fastest-dogs-usa/
| July 10, 2023
Legislative Alerts
Delaware Session Ends for Year: Barking Dog Bill Held, Pet Insurance Bill Advances
The first session of the Delaware General Assembly has closed for the year. House Bill 124 which seeks to regulate barking dogs remained in the House Appropriations Committee. Additionally, the General Assembly approved House Bill 156 which establishes the comprehensive framework for the regulation of pet insurance transactions in Delaware. House Bill 124 would prohibit […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/delaware-session-ends-year-barking-dog-bill-held-pet-insurance-bill-advances/
| July 10, 2023
Press Releases
AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB’S ‘GOOD DOG TV’ COMING TO A TELEVISION SCREEN NEAR YOU
The American Kennel Club (AKC®), a not-for-profit organization, the world’s largest purebred dog registry and leading advocate for dogs, is excited to announce that AKC.tv™’s weekly lifestyle program, AKC Good Dog TV, is set to premiere on the FOX-owned television stations WWOR-TV (My9) on July 8th and WNYW-TV (FOX 5) July 9th, respectively. “We are […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/american-kennel-clubs-good-dog-tv-coming-television-screen-near/
| July 7, 2023
Legislative Alerts
This Just In: CDC Extends Suspension of Dogs from Countries Classified as High-Risk for Rabies
On Monday, the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will announce an extension of the temporary suspension of dog imports from countries classified as high risk for rabies. The extension will not make changes to the current rules and will remain in effect through July 31, 2024. The CDC believes the suspension […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/just-cdc-extends-suspension-dogs-countries-classified-high-risk-rabies/
| July 7, 2023