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Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Treeing Walker Coonhound Facts You May Not Know
The Treeing Walker Coonhound is a hound bred to hunt raccoons. Learn more about its unique history and what makes it such a versatile hunting dog.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/facts-treeing-walker-coonhound/
| November 7, 2016
![Longhaired Chihuahua running in the grass.](https://www.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Longhaired-Chihuahua-running-in-the-grass-400x267.jpg)
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Chihuahua Fun Facts You May Not Know
The Chihuahua is an adorable, athletic, and smart dog. There’s a lot of personality and attitude packed into that compact body. Here are nine things to know about this member of the Toy Group. Chihuahuas Were Important to the Aztecs The Aztec nobility of Mexico kept Chihuahuas. The breed was so sacred that, when an aristocrat […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/fun-facts-chihuahua/
| September 23, 2021
![Italian Greyhound playing in the yard.](https://www.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Italian-Greyhound-playing-in-the-yard-400x267.jpg)
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Italian Greyhound Facts You May Not Know
The Italian Greyhound is many things, as well as a smaller cousin of the Greyhound. Learn more about this sleek, quick sighthound.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/facts-italian-greyhound/
| September 8, 2016
![Attractive girl walking the dog. Having fun playing in outdoors. Lovely woman training German Shorthaired Pointer on sandy beach on background of greenery. Concepts of friendship, pets, togetherness](https://www.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/German-Shorthaired-Pointer-being-trained-by-a-woman-at-the-beach-400x267.jpg)
Expert Advice: Training
Make Dog Training More Effective With These Basics
There are many common dog training mistakes that can confuse or frustrate your dog. Learn to avoid them to boost your training skills.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/common-dog-training-mistakes/
| April 24, 2024
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Expert Advice: Common Conditions
Intestinal Blockage in Dogs: Signs, Symptoms, Treatments
Intestinal blockages are common in dogs, and most often occur from eating foreign objects. What are the causes, treatment and timeline of blockages?
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/intestinal-blockage-in-dogs/
| April 24, 2024
![Australian Cattle Dog puppy learning commands in the yard.](https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn-origin-etr.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/21130728/Australian-Cattle-Dog-puppy-learning-commands-in-the-yard-400x267.jpg)
Expert Advice: General Health
Deafness in Dogs: Signs, Symptoms, Treatment
It's estimated that 5-10% of dogs in the United States are deaf. Why does deafness in dogs occur, and how is it different from hearing loss?
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/deafness-in-dogs/
| September 15, 2016
![Doberman Pinscher head portrait outdoors.](https://www.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Doberman-Pinscher-enjoying-the-sunshine-outdoors-400x267.jpg)
Expert Advice: Dog Breeding
Interpreting Doberman Pinscher Type Genetic Risk Factors for Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) is a type of heart disease that affects the heart muscle, causing it to become weakened. This weakening of the heart muscle impairs its ability to pump blood efficiently, leading to dilation of the heart chambers. Clinical signs include fatigue, shortness of breath, an increased risk of abnormal heart rhythms, and heart […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/interpreting-doberman-pinscher-type-genetic-risk-factors-dilated-cardiomyopathy/
| April 18, 2024
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Expert Advice: Common Conditions
Lethargy in Dogs: What You Need to Know
Lethargy in dogs is a sign of many possible conditions in your dog. Learn about the possible causes and what to do if your dog is showing signs of lethargy.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/lethargy-in-dogs/
| December 30, 2022
![sad pure-bred dog, puppy Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, lie, close up muzzle](https://www.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Cavalier-King-Charles-Spaniel-laying-down-indoors-400x267.jpeg)
Expert Advice: General Health
What Does Blood in Dog Urine Mean?
There are many different diseases and conditions that can cause blood in dog urine. Here's what you need to know about this symptom.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/blood-in-dog-urine/
| July 17, 2017
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Expert Advice: Why does my dog...
Why Does My Dog Crawl Under The Covers?
Why do dogs crawl under the covers? For some dogs, it's a burrowing instinct. For others, it's a fear and anxiety-driven behavior.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/advice/dog-crawl-under-covers/
| October 17, 2016