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Expert Advice: Grooming
How to Clean a Dog’s Ears
As pet owners, knowing how to clean a dog's ears is important. Here's how to know if your dog's ears are dirty and how to safely clean them.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/how-to-clean-dogs-ears/
| July 9, 2019
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Expert Advice: Nutrition
What Dog Owners Need to Know About the FDA’s Grain-Free Diet Alert and DCM
The FDA is investigating potential links between canine heart disease and diet — specifically grain-free dog food diets. We've compiled the information you need to know to understand this ongoing investigation. Why Is the FDA Investigating Grain-Free Dog Food? It is easy to panic anytime we see an FDA headline about pet food. After all, keeping our dogs […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/nutrition/fda-grain-free-diet-alert-dcm/
| June 28, 2019
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Expert Advice: Nutrition
The Farmer’s Dog: Fresh, Customized Dog Food
By April 2019, Bryan Bailey was a desperate man. In September 2018, he and his wife Kira had welcomed a Siberian Husky puppy into their lives. Tikaani was beautiful—solid black with white paws—reminding Bryan of the sled dogs from his childhood in Alaska. But Tikaani was wasting away. Almost as soon as he arrived at Bryan and […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/nutrition/the-farmers-dog-customized-dog-food/
| June 20, 2019
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Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Happy Father’s Day: Celebrating Eight Great Sires in AKC History
Happy Father's Day! To celebrate all things paternal, we are featuring eight great sires in AKC history. These studly champions did some of their best work outside of the show ring. Standard Poodle: Ch. Nunsoe Duc de la Terrace of Blakeen Ch. Nunsoe Duc de la Terrace of Blakeen, the 1935 Westminster Best in Show […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/a-fathers-day-salute-to-all-time-doggy-dads/
| June 12, 2019
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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: Dog Sports
Junior Handler Spotlight: David Frasca
At just 15 years old, junior handler David Frasca has been competing in dog sports for two-thirds of his life. He works with six dogs in six sports: Agility, Rally, Obedience, CAT, Fast CAT, and Herding. David started in sports at five years old, but ten years later, he still can't choose a favorite between […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/junior-handler-spotlight-david-frasca/
| April 26, 2019
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Expert Advice: Health
Can I Leave My Dog in the Car If I Crack a Window?
Most dog owners know that you can’t leave a pet in a hot car. Temperatures can rise to dangerous levels in just minutes, putting your dog at risk of heatstroke. But what if you open a window a little bit? Does that make it safe to leave your dog in the car? The answer is […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/dogs-in-hot-cars/
| April 23, 2019
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Expert Advice: Lifestyle
Dog Products to Celebrate the Top Ten Breeds of 2018
The AKC independently selected each product featured in this article. If you purchase a product through this article, we may receive a portion of the sale. While we do our best to update links often, please note that prices and deals are subject to change. At the American Kennel Club, we celebrate our dogs every […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/dog-products-most-popular-breeds/
| April 22, 2019
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Expert Advice: Lifestyle
The Best Dog-Themed Gifts For Mother’s Day
The AKC independently selected each product featured in this article. If you purchase a product through this article, we may receive a portion of the sale. While we do our best to update links often, please note that prices and deals are subject to change. There’s never a wrong time to get a gift to […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/mothers-day-gifts-for-dog-lovers/
| April 8, 2019
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Expert Advice: Dog Gear & Accessories
Dog Stroller Guide: Picks for Small and Large Pets
If your dog is elderly, has lost some mobility, or is recuperating from surgery or ailment, he might have trouble getting around. And if you have a breed of tiny stature, like the Papillon or Shih Tzu, or one that has difficulty in extreme weather, like the Bulldog or Pug, you may think you'll have […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/dog-stroller-guide-and-top-picks/
| March 29, 2019