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Pug lying down, looking suspicious.
Expert Advice: Basic Training Ways You Could Be Annoying Your Dog
Your dog loves you unconditionally. It's one of the best parts of their companionship. But that doesn't mean your dog loves everything you do. In fact, a lot of dog owners irritate their pet every day without even realizing it. Do you think you might be guilty? Here are some ways you might be annoying […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/ways-youre-annoying-your-dog/ | January 7, 2022
Bulldog puppy getting a check-up at the vet.
Expert Advice: General Health Diazepam (Valium) for Dogs: Uses, Side Effects, and Alternatives
While seizure disorders can benefit from diazepam (Valium) for dogs, there are other treatment options available. Talk to your veterinarian.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/diazepam-valium-for-dogs/ | May 10, 2024
Siberian Husky laying down in a kennel at a pet hotel.
Expert Advice: Travel & Adventure What To Know and Look For When Boarding Your Dog
You've got your passport ready, hotel booked, and bags ready. Now, there's just one thing left to do: find a kennel where your dog can have a vacation of their own while you're away. Choosing a trustworthy kennel is a multi-faceted process. It's more than typing "dog boarding near me" and seeing what comes up. […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/travel/dog-boarding-tips/ | June 16, 2021
Pug laying down indoors looking sad.
Expert Advice: Basic Training How to Recognize When Dogs Need Space and Give It to Them
Dogs are like people: sometimes they need a break. For many reasons, some dogs need space and time to themselves. Learn to recognize when and how to give dogs space.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/some-dogs-need-space/ | August 18, 2015
Boy walking a King Charles Cavalier Spaniel in a field.
Expert Advice: Puppy Training Why Does My Puppy Refuse to Go on Walks?
Does your puppy refuse to go on walks? Here's how to leash-train your puppy and get them interested in walking.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/puppy-refuse-go-on-walks/ | September 29, 2020
Expert Advice: Comfort & Sleep Ways to Make Moving Into a New Home With a Dog Less Stressful
Moving to a new home is exciting yet stressful, and that stress is particularly strong for dogs. All their familiar sights and smells are upended, and moving day is busy and hectic – not to mention the loss of routine as you stage and show your old home. All that change can be downright traumatic […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/home-living/moving-with-dog/ | July 17, 2017
Weimaraner running, hunting in a field.
Expert Advice: Fun Facts Weimaraner Facts You May Not Know
This sleek, silver-gray breed originated in the 19th century, developed to hunt bear, boar, and other large game. Here's what else makes Weimaraners unique.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/fun-facts-weimaraner/ | May 14, 2019
Basset Hound sitting on a park bench.
Expert Advice: Training How Preparing for AKC Canine Good Citizen Teaches Useful Life Skills
The AKC Canine Good Citizen test isn't just another title to add to your dog's collection. It also helps build crucial life and obedience skills.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/preparing-akc-canine-good-citizen/ | June 9, 2020
Expert Advice: General Health Phenobarbital for Dogs with Seizures
If your dog has ever suddenly twitched or shaken uncontrollably for a short period of time, usually about one-to-several minutes, he may have had a seizure, which is an abnormal burst of electrical activity in the brain. Other signs of a seizure include drooling, chomping, foaming at the mouth, and unconsciousness. If this happens frequently, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/phenobarbital-for-dogs/ | August 22, 2016
Central Asian Shepherd Dog on leash sitting next to its owner outdoors in the summer.
Expert Advice: Basic Training Dog Ownership Etiquette: How to Be a Good Dog Owner in Your Community
Owning a dog means having certain responsibilities that come with dog ownership. It also means following the sometimes unspoken rules of dog ownership etiquette and good manners. After all, common courtesy goes a long way in making your dog a welcome member of the neighborhood. For new dog owners, knowing community dog ownership protocols can […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/dog-ownership-etiquette/ | February 25, 2022

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