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Expert Advice: Dog Gear & Accessories
Dog Products Every Owner Needs for Spring
Ready to enjoy spring with your dog? Our list of curated dog products will help — find items from raincoats to shampoo and everything in between.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/spring-essential-products/
| March 29, 2023
Legislative Alerts
CT Update: Bills Impacting Kennels and Domestic Dog Laws Advance
Recently, two Connecticut General Assembly Joint Committees separately voted to advance dog-related bills with amendments favorable to Connecticut’s responsible dog breeders and owners. Both the American Kennel Club (AKC) and the Connecticut Federation of Dog Clubs and Responsible Dog Owners (CFDRDO) expressed concerns with the original text of both bills. SB 1069, relative to kennels […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/ct-update-bills-impacting-kennels-domestic-dog-laws-advance/
| March 28, 2023
Legislative Alerts
Texas Urgent Reminder: Dog Owners Rights are in Jeopardy, Hearing Tomorrow, 3/28
A Texas Senate Committee has scheduled a public hearing on Tuesday, March 28 on Senate Bill 876 which will require anyone who owns 5 or more intact female dogs over 6 months of age to become a state licensed dog breeder – even if they never breed a litter or sell a single dog. This […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/texas-urgent-reminder-dog-owners-rights-jeopardy-hearing-tomorrow-3-28/
| March 27, 2023
Legislative Alerts
Delaware: Hearing to Restrict Barking Dogs on Wednesday (3/29)
On Wednesday, March 29, a Delaware committee will consider a bill prohibiting dogs from barking continuously for more than 15 minutes, or more than 30 minutes total in a day, with very few exceptions. The Delaware House Health & Human Development Committee will hold a hearing on House Bill 84 on Wednesday, March 29, 2023, […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/delaware-hearing-restrict-barking-dogs-wednesday-3-29/
| March 27, 2023
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
2023 Flyball Dog Challenge Winners
Here are the winners of the 2023 AKC Flyball Dog Challenge, presented by Tractor Supply Company. The event broadcasted on March 25 on ESPN2.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/2023-flyball-dog-challenge-winners/
| March 25, 2023
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Canine Partners
Congratulations to All American Dogs who took honors at the 2023 National Agility Championship!
Two All American Dogs were crowned champions at the AKC National Agility Championship presented by YuMove. Nimble (pictured) won the 12-inch division, and Strider won the 20-inch Preferred division (his second time taking this honor). Many other All Americans placed or made the finals! Nearly 1,300 of the top Agility dogs in the nation competed […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/congratulations-american-dogs-took-honors-2023-national-agility-championship/
| March 24, 2023
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Expert Advice: Puppy Information
New Puppy Checklist: Gear You’ll Need for Your New Dog
Before you welcome a new puppy into your home, you'll need to make sure your space is ready for them. But raising a puppy isn’t easy. Puppies require a lot of attention and care, so making a checklist of what you'll need is suggested, and picking up these basics for your new puppy is a great […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/puppy-information/new-puppy-checklist/
| March 23, 2023
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Expert Advice: Feature
Portuguese Podengo Service Dog Introduces Owner to World of Dog Sports
In the ring, Addict the Portuguese Podengo is the center of attention. The 36-pound dog displays both substance and splash while...
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/portuguese-podengo-service-dog-and-athlete/
| March 23, 2023
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Most Popular Dog Breeds by City 2022
From Atlanta to West Palm Beach, here are the most popular dog breeds in each city based on the 2022 rankings from the American Kennel Club.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/most-popular-dog-breeds-city-2022/
| March 22, 2023
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Expert Advice: Health
Trazodone for Dogs: What to Know
Trazodone is a medication used to treat depression in people, but your veterinarian may suggest Trazodone for dogs to help with behavioral issues.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/trazodone-for-dogs/
| March 21, 2023