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Expert Advice: Lifestyle
Tech Products for Your Dog to Make Your Life Easier
Technology is advancing rapidly everywhere, including in the dog world! These dog tech products are worth trying to help monitor your dog's health and more.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/tech-products-for-your-dog/
| February 23, 2018
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Expert Advice: Safety
Choosing the Right Playpen for Your Dog
Although a dog playpen, also called an exercise pen or Xpen for dogs, may not be the first thing on your must-have list, this piece of equipment is surprisingly useful. Like a dog crate, they serve as a way to contain your dog. But unlike a crate, they give them plenty of space to move […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/playpens-for-dogs/
| July 14, 2020
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Expert Advice: General Nutrition
How to Choose the Right Treats for Your Dog
With so many choices out there, how do you choose the best dog treats for your pup? For most dogs, food rewards are the most convenient and effective way to influence your dog's behavior. Before choosing any dog treat, make sure to review the ingredients list. Always consult with a veterinarian if your dog has […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/nutrition/best-dog-treats/
| October 16, 2019
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
How to Get More Involved in Nose Work
There are many types of nose work for dogs, from scent work to various sports like tracking, earthdog, search and rescue, or barn hunt.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/akc-scent-work-nose-work-activities/
| January 18, 2019
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Expert Advice: Dog Gear & Accessories
Choosing the Right Dog Harness for Your Dog
Dog harnesses have loops that go around a dog's torso and the widest part of their neck. In addition to keeping dogs secure, a harness applies less...
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/choosing-the-right-dog-harness/
| July 3, 2024
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Expert Advice: Safety
Tips For Keeping Your Dog Safe This Summer
Summer is the time to have outdoor fun with our dogs. Longer walks in the park, ambitious hikes, beach days, or family travel—the sun is shining, and the outdoors is calling. But hot weather can also make us uncomfortable, and it poses special risks for dogs. From increased exposure to ticks and other insects to […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/summer-safety-tips-for-dogs/
| May 20, 2019
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Expert Advice: Conformation
A Bit on Bites: Judging Canine Dentition
Have you ever wondered why dog show judges look at the dog's teeth? What are they looking for when judging canine dentition?
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/judging-canine-dentition/
| September 11, 2015
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Expert Advice: Puppy Information
How to Prepare Your Apartment for a New Puppy
You're bringing home your new puppy pretty soon. But while you're overjoyed, you've also never owned a puppy while living in an apartment, so you aren't sure what to expect. Don't worry — even in a small space or a rental, you can raise a happy and healthy puppy. By taking preventative measures and dedicating […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/puppy-information/prepare-apartment-for-new-puppy/
| November 16, 2021
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeding
Leptospirosis Now Included in Canine Core Vaccine Recommendations
In a significant move, veterinary health authorities have updated the core vaccine recommendations for dogs to now include the leptospirosis vaccine. This update is particularly important for dog breeders, who play a crucial role in the health and well-being of future generations of dogs. The leptospirosis vaccine has been controversial for decades with stories of […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/announcing-updated-canine-core-vaccine-recommendations-leptospirosis-now-included/
| June 20, 2024
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Expert Advice: Basic Training
Dog Harnesses and Dog Collars: Which Is Right For Your Dog?
Dog collar or harness? What's the best option for your dog? With the many options for each, it's important to weigh the pros and cons.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/dog-harness-vs-collar/
| November 16, 2021