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Expert Advice: Common Conditions
Why Dogs Eat Poop and How to Stop It
Of all the odd habits our dogs have—drinking toilet water, rolling in dead things, licking their butts— nothing disgusts most dog owners more than knowing that dogs eat poop sometimes. A dog's motivation for eating poop isn't to gross us humans out, but the act of eating poop certainly disgusts us. So much so, in […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/why-dogs-eat-poop/
| June 29, 2022
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Expert Advice: How to...
How to Find & Choose a Pet Sitter
Professional pet sitters can offer a variety of services, from dog walking to overnight stays at your house. Here's how to find and choose a pet sitter.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/advice/how-to-select-a-pet-sitter/
| May 20, 2021
Sports & Events
Performance Events Scholarship
The Performance Events Department is pleased to announce the creation of a $10,000 scholarship fund for students that are active in AKC Performance Events who will be attending an institution of higher education during the 2024-2025 academic year. Definition of Performance Events: Field trials, hunting tests, lure coursing, earthdogs, coonhound events, herding, scent work, […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/juniors/junior-resources/performance-scholarship/
| January 6, 2020
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Highlighting LGBTQIA+ Members of the Dog World
LGBTQIA+ dog owners have always been part of AKC dog sports. For some, the dog world has been a supportive haven, while for others, it has been more challenging.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/highlighting-lgbtqia-community/
| June 19, 2023
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Expert Advice: Training
Expert Tips to Help Curb Excessive Dog Barking
Barking is a natural dog behavior, but excessive barking is a nuisance. Learn to curb your dog's barking and teach them better ways to behave.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/curb-excessive-dog-barking/
| October 9, 2023
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Expert Advice: Common Behavior Issues
Why Does My Puppy Growl at Strangers?
Dogs growl to indicate they're unhappy, uncomfortable, or even fearful about a particular situation. Here's why your puppy may be growling at strangers.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/why-does-my-puppy-growl-at-strangers/
| January 19, 2021
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeding
AKC Vetline: A Reassuring Resource
AKC Vetline is a valuable resource available to your puppy buyers. This live telephone service offers 24/7 health advice from licensed veterinary staff and pet professionals. They can provide helpful medical advice whenever it’s needed – a comfort for new puppy owners. Sometimes owners are not sure their dogs’ unusual behavior warrants a trip to […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/akc-vetline-reassuring-resource/
| May 20, 2024
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Sports & Events
Agility League Spotlight: Meet Aspen Conquering Special Needs to Excel in Agility
The Spotlight shines on a special dog - Aspen, who is deaf and an amazing agility competitor. Aspen ran last season on the League team Living the Dream based at Dream Acres Agility in Wisconsin. She helped her team win the Season 6 Regulation Sophomore Championship with her speed and accuracy. Her owner and handler, […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/agility/in-the-zone/agility-league-spotlight-aspen-conquering-special-needs-excel-agility/
| May 21, 2024
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Sports & Events
In Their League: Junior Handlers Gain Experience on League Teams
By Penny Leigh (This article first appeared in the May/June 2024 issue of AKC Family Dog magazine). The purchase of a new puppy and the promise of a new sport had Sarah Kolath excited about the future. She trained dogs for 4H obedience competitions as a teen-ager and was ready to re-launch her dog training […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/agility/in-the-zone/in-their-league-junior-handlers-gain-experience-league-teams/
| May 21, 2024
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Expert Advice: General Nutrition
Best Dog Food for Large Breeds: What to Know
Owning a large breed dog comes with large responsibilities, especially when it comes to choosing the best large breed dog food. After all, you want your dog to live a long, healthy, active life, and that starts with good nutrition. Feeding a properly formulated, high-quality diet is one of the most important things you can […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/nutrition/large-breed-dog-food/
| June 1, 2020