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Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Zoomies: Why Your Dog Gets Hyper & Runs in Circles
Have you ever caught your dog running in circles at top speed around the backyard or house? I’m sure you wondered what he was doing. Was he stung by a bee, spooked by something, or had he turned into a wild animal? Chances are it was simply a case of the dog zoomies. According to […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/what-are-zoomies/
| January 29, 2019
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Expert Advice: Training for Dog Sports
Sport Psychology: An Alternative Approach To Training & Competition In Dog Sports
Brenda Riemer grew up a California girl surrounded by sunshine, sand, and surf. These days, though, she struggles with another "S" element – snow. All of these, however, have sublimely shaped the dynamics affecting the sport psychologist/mental skills trainer and her approach to teaching dog handling seminars nationwide. “I hate snow," Riemer says. “I hate winter. As someone who grew up in L.A., driving […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/dog-sport-psychology-an-alternative-approach/
| November 21, 2019
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Expert Advice: Feature
2019 ACE Award Winner Polly the Labrador Retriever Is a Service Dog to Rally Around
From unending hours in ambulances and her owner’s hospital room to hanging out at the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) rifle team’s noisy practice, Polly and her unflappable personality have been put to the test this year. “She’s unfazed by almost anything," says owner Rachel Husband, 28, of Sparks, Nevada. "She trusts me while adapting […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/service-dog-rally-pup-polly-the-lab-wins-ace-award/
| October 18, 2019
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Expert Advice: Training for Dog Sports
Fitness For Handlers: Getting Yourself In Shape For Dog Sports
Handlers participating in dog sports, especially agility, are prone to knee and back injuries. Strength and fitness training routines for handlers can help to minimize agility injuries. Ease into any fitness training slowly to avoid injury, and be sure to always warm up first. Competing in dog sports can be fun and physically challenging for […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/fitness-training-for-dog-sports-handlers/
| November 5, 2019
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Press Releases
Five Heroic Dogs Honored With 2018 AKC Humane Fund Awards for Canine Excellence (ACE)
The AKC® Humane Fund is proud to announce the winners of the 19th annual AKC Humane Fund Awards for Canine Excellence (ACE). These awards celebrate five loyal, hard-working dogs that have significantly improved the lives of their owners and communities. One award is presented in each of the following five categories: Uniformed Service K-9, Service, […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/five-heroic-dogs-honored-2018-akc-humane-fund-awards-canine-excellence-ace/
| August 23, 2018
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Expert Advice: Health
Using Technology To Improve Your Dog’s Life
Most dog owners would love to spend more time with their pups. Keeping track of daily activity and rewarding good behavior can help ensure happy and healthy dogs. Thanks to technology, no matter where you are, you can do all of those things and more. Now, you can keep in touch with your pets using […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/using-technology-to-improve-your-dogs-life/
| October 17, 2019
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Expert Advice: Events
Meet the Oldest Dog Competing in the 2019 National Agility Championship
If you’re the owner of a senior dog, you might think your dog sports days are behind you. But participating in dog sports with your dog can provide mental and physical exercise, the thrill of competition, and a chance for you both to have fun. With veterinarian approval, there are still many sports you and your dog can participate in. In […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/meet-oldest-dog-agility-championship-2019/
| March 5, 2019
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Expert Advice: Studies
Want to Live Longer? Studies Say Get a Dog
68 percent of U.S. households have pets Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S. New studies show dog ownership is connected to reduced mortality Thinking about getting a dog? What if we told you it would help you live longer? New research supports the growing theory that dogs greatly benefit the […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/studies-show-owning-dog-connected-to-living-longer/
| October 8, 2019
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Canine Partners Spotlight Fall 2019
Late Start in Agility Does Not Slow Down Joelle Joelle, formally known as Ma Belle Joelle MX MXJ MJB XF T2B CA BCAT DM CGC, is an 8-year-old rescue dog who did not start taking agility classes until she was nearly 4 years old. Her owner, Ali Park of Williamsburg, Virginia, thought she was getting a laid-back Mastiff when she […]
https://www.akc.org/register/information/canine-partners/newsletter/canine-partners-spotlight-fall-2019/
| September 26, 2019
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Pomeranian is the First Toy Breed to Earn Scent Work Master Title
11-year-old Pomeranian Bella is the first Toy breed dog to earn her Scent Work Master title Bella has only been in Scent Work for two years and was successful right away Many judges and spectators are surprised at the tiny dog's big abilities Although she's small in stature, Bella has a nose that can sniff […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/first-toy-breed-earns-master-level-scent-work-title/
| September 18, 2019