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Expert Advice: Basic Training
Dog Ownership Etiquette: How to Be a Good Dog Owner in Your Community
Owning a dog means having certain responsibilities that come with dog ownership. It also means following the sometimes unspoken rules of dog ownership etiquette and good manners. After all, common courtesy goes a long way in making your dog a welcome member of the neighborhood. For new dog owners, knowing community dog ownership protocols can […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/dog-ownership-etiquette/
| February 25, 2022
Clubs & Delegates
State Issues February 2022
News from the State Capitols Here are some highlights of state-level issues AKC GR is currently tracking. Arizona – House Bill 2323 states that for the purposes of homeowner’s or renter’s insurance, the breed of dog may not be considered for underwriting or determining risk or loss, questionnaires or surveys regarding the presence of a […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/state-issues-february-2022/
| February 24, 2022
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Expert Advice: General Nutrition
How to Pick Safe, Edible Dog Chews
Edible dog chews make a great snack for active chewers. Here's how to know which type of chews are right for your dog and are safe to enjoy.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/nutrition/choosing-edible-chews-for-dogs/
| February 24, 2022
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Expert Advice: Dog Gear & Accessories
The Importance of a Well-Fitting Dog Harness
If your dog spends their entire on-leash walk choking against their collar, you might be considering using a harness. Maybe your dog already wears a harness, but it's rubbing their skin or they don't like putting it on. Although there are many potential benefits to using a harness, it can do more harm than good […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/the-importance-of-a-well-fitting-harness/
| February 16, 2022
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Expert Advice: Events
Watch AKC Dog Sports on ESPN This Sunday
Not interested in watching the Big Game this Sunday? Want a break from football? Switch the channel to ESPN to enjoy highlights from the AKC National Championship at 8 p.m. ET and highlights from the AKC K9 Detection Dog Challenge at 9 p.m. ET on Sunday, February 13. Check your local provider for your channel. […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/how-to-watch-akc-dog-sports-espn/
| February 9, 2022
Press Releases
2022 AKC National Championship Judging Panel Now Available
The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) is pleased to announce the judging panel for the 2022 AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin to be held at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida on Saturday, December 17 and Sunday, December 18, 2022. The 2022 event will showcase the top canine athletes and will also […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/2022-akc-national-championship-judging-panel-now-available/
| January 24, 2022
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Expert Advice: Feature
Beagles and Labs Needed For Crucial Work to Protect Country
It was a call that all breeders dread. The young couple, who had adored their puppy, reported they had a new baby, leaving no time for their dog. Teri NeSmith did not hesitate. “I gladly take any of my puppies back if the owner lets me know that they don’t want the dog. In fact, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/beagles-labs-needed-crucial-work-protect-country/
| January 19, 2022
Clubs & Delegates
State Issues January 2022
News from the State Capitols Here are some highlights of state-level issues AKC GR is currently tracking. Arizona – House Bill 2323 states that for the purposes of homeowner’s or renter’s insurance, the breed of dog may not be considered for underwriting or determining risk or loss, questionnaires or surveys regarding the presence of a […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/state-issues-january-2022/
| January 19, 2022
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Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Why Does My Dog Watch TV?
You're at home sitting on your couch watching your favorite TV show when all of a sudden your dog perks up, does the classic head tilt, and barks at the TV. Is it the sound that's capturing their attention? Or is it the action on the screen? It's probably a little of both. How Dogs […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/why-does-my-dog-watch-tv/
| January 17, 2022
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Expert Advice: Breed History
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier History: The Irish Poor Man’s Dog
Partially shrouded by the mists of time, the history of the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier sometimes reflects the Irish people's gift as storytellers rather than historians. Folklore persists that following the defeat of the Spanish Armada in 1588, a dog swam to the shore of Ireland from a sinking ship. Supposedly, he then bred to […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/soft-coated-wheaten-terrier-history-ireland/
| January 14, 2022