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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
The 2022 AKC Agility Dogs Premier Cup Winners
There were 100 of the speediest dogs invited to compete at the 2022 AKC Agility Dogs Premier Cup on July 9, 2022, in Columbus, OH, at Historic Crew Stadium. Only 50 advanced to the finals after two preliminary rounds, with the top 10 winners named in each height class. “This year’s Agility Dog Premier Cup […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/2022-akc-agility-dogs-premier-cup-winners/
| July 23, 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: Dog Sports
What Dog Sports Can Deaf Dogs Compete In?
Deaf dogs can participate in a number of AKC events and dog sports. Learn more about some amazing canine athletes who are deaf and how their trainers work with them.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/dog-sports-deaf-dogs/
| July 21, 2022
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeding
Join the American Kennel Club at the fourth AKC National Detection Dog Conference
The AKC Detection Dog Task Force (DDTF) is excited to announce the AKC National Detection Dog Conference is returning to the Sheraton Imperial Conference Center in Durham, NC, on August 23 – 25, 2022. We are pleased to invite you to attend! This year’s theme is bringing together stakeholders to improve availability of high-quality, American-bred, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/join-american-kennel-club-fourth-akc-national-detection-dog-conference/
| July 20, 2022
Legislative Alerts
South Carolina: Two-Year Legislative Session Ends with Wins for Dogs and Dog Owners
The 2021-2022 South Carolina legislative session and special sessions concluded with victories for dogs and dog owners. The American Kennel Club Government Relations team (AKC GR) thanks club members, sportsmen, dog owners, allied organizations, and every individual who contacted their state lawmakers about legislation that affects dogs. Highlights from the two-year legislative session: House Bill […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/south-carolina-two-year-legislative-session-ends-wins-dogs-dog-owners/
| July 20, 2022
Expert Advice: Health
New Groundbreaking Innovations in Canine Cancer
Cancer is the leading cause of death in adult dogs. Approximately 6 million dogs will be newly diagnosed with cancer each year in the United States, with senior dogs at particular risk. It's a diagnosis nobody wants for their beloved pet, but thankfully there are powerful new tools to detect cancer in dogs earlier and […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/innovations-in-canine-cancer/
| July 20, 2022
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Expert Advice: Travel & Adventure
Create an Emergency Evacuation Plan for You and Your Dog
Tornados, earthquakes, floods, hurricanes – emergencies strike out of the blue. Evacuating your home is often necessary for safety reasons. The last thing you want to do is leave your dog behind in the danger zone. But emergencies can be highly stressful, and without careful planning, you may find yourself in a panic with no […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/travel/create-emergency-evacuation-plan-dog/
| July 15, 2022
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Expert Advice: News
Blue-Green Algae and Dogs: Symptoms and Prevention
In the summer of 2019, the news shocked dog owners across social media: three dogs died after playing in a pond in Wilmington, North Carolina, while another died after a swim in Lake Allatoona, Georgia, and three different dogs died after playing in a lake in Austin. What led to the deaths of all seven dogs? Likely, liver failure […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/blue-green-algae-symptoms-tips/
| July 15, 2022
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
AKC Titles & Programs You Can Do From Home
So many parts of our daily lives have changed in the past few years. While our favorite dog activities — from classes and seminars to shows — have resumed safely, there are now some permanent virtual training options that you can do from the comfort of your home or on vacation. You and your dog […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/akc-titles-programs-can-home/
| July 14, 2022
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Expert Advice: Recipes
How to Make Homemade Dog Treats
Homemade dog treats are a great way to provide your dog with tasty and healthy snacks. We've selected fun molds and delicious recipes to help you make your dog's new favorite treat.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/homemade-dog-treats-recipes-tips/
| July 13, 2022