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Expert Advice: Flea & Tick
Tick-Borne Diseases in Dogs: Symptoms & How to Prevent
Tick-borne disease is a growing threat to both canine and human health. Be aware of dog tick diseases to protect your pet.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/tick-borne-diseases-dogs-prevent/
| April 11, 2022
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Expert Advice: Safety
Rabies in Dogs: Symptoms, Vaccine, and Prevention
Rabies in dogs is usually a fatal condition for pets. Learn how to recognize the signs and symptoms of canine rabies, as well as how to prevent your dog from getting it.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/rabies-dogs-symptoms-vaccine-prevention/
| April 11, 2022
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Expert Advice: Common Conditions
Elbow Dysplasia in Dogs: Signs, Symptoms, Treatment
Pet owners should know the symptoms, causes, and treatment options for elbow dysplasia in dogs. Here's what to look for in your dog.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/elbow-dysplasia-in-dogs/
| April 20, 2022
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Expert Advice: Health
How to Express Dog Anal Glands At Home
Have you ever witnessed your dog scooting around on the floor? It, unfortunately, might mean your dog needs their anal glands expressed (a.k.a releasing a buildup of smelly fluid). Manually expressing your dog's anal glands can help relieve discomfort that dogs experience when they are full and can prevent any infections from developing. Expressing anal […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/how-to-express-dog-anal-glands/
| April 28, 2022
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Expert Advice: Common Conditions
Hip Dysplasia in Dogs: Signs, Symptoms, Treatment
Hip dysplasia is a common condition in dogs. Learn what to know about hip dysplasia including symptoms, treatment options, and preventative measures.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/hip-dysplasia-in-dogs/
| May 3, 2022
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Expert Advice: Lifestyle
Should I Get A Dog? How to Know If You’re Ready
You say you want a dog every time you see a friendly Golden Retriever on the street. But are you actually prepared to bring one into your home? As much as we love the idea of having a canine companion to love unconditionally, being a responsible dog owner is a lot of work. Before getting […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/should-i-get-a-dog/
| May 3, 2022
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Expert Advice: Health
Incontinence in Dogs: Why Does My Housetrained Dog Pee Indoors?
Accidents happen, but as a dog owner, there are two things that no one likes to witness. First, immediately after an outdoor bathroom break, your dog comes into the house and dribbles urine across the floor. Or, worse, your adult canine looks you squarely in the eye and urinates in front of you. These could […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/incontinence-in-dogs/
| June 3, 2022
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Why Dog Core Strength Matters in Agility and At Home
Does your dog have a fitness routine? When I started training in dog agility in the 1990s most competitors didn't know very much about canine sports medicine. It wasn't uncommon to take dogs directly from being crated at a show to quickly go run a full course—no warm-up whatsoever. Thankfully, over the last two decades, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/why-dog-core-strength-matters/
| June 6, 2022
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Expert Advice: Health
Is the Weather Too Hot For Your Dog? Watch For These Signs
It was a warm spring day, and a neighbor and I were watching some dogs charging around playfully in a fenced, dog-park area, seemingly oblivious to the heat. My neighbor commented, “You know, if we were running around like that we would be drenched in sweat. Dogs must be marvelously adapted to handle the heat.” […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/weather-too-hot-to-handle-signs/
| July 22, 2022
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Expert Advice: Health
Dogs Overheating: Signs, Symptoms, & Prevention
It's easy (and dangerous) for dogs to become overheated. Here's how to recognize signs of overheated dogs, how to prevent overheating, and what to do if you think you have an overheated dog.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/dogs-overheating-signs-symptoms-prevention/
| July 26, 2022