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Expert Advice: Dog Gear & Accessories
Which Dog Toys Are Right for Your Dog?
A dog enjoying a toy is as entertaining to us humans as it is to the dog. Perhaps that's why dog owners spend roughly $79 a year on new dog toys. With hundreds, if not thousands, of dog toys to choose from, how do you choose a toy your dog will love instead of spending […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/best-dog-toys/
| December 25, 2021
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Expert Advice: Breed History
Kerry Blue Terrier History: From Irish Farm Dog to Sophisticated Terrier
As legend has it, the roots of the Kerry Blue Terrier harken back to the Spanish Armada. Learn more about the history of the Kerry Blue Terrier.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/kerry-blue-terrier-history/
| August 9, 2021
Clubs & Delegates
What’s New in GR June 2024
The past month has been especially busy for federal legislation and regulation. Recent AKC GR blogs and alerts highlight the steps AKC is taking –and what you can do—to impact two major issues that could have significant impact on you and a large number of dog enthusiasts nationwide. The 2024 Farm Bill continues to advance […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/whats-new-gr-june-2024/
| June 24, 2024
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AKC Detection Dog Task Force FAQs
Why is there a shortage of domestic detection dogs? Following the events of 9-11, the demand for scent detection dogs for use in search and rescue, as well as explosives detection, began to grow and has steadily risen since. Recent events, including the bombings in Brussels, Boston, Las Vegas and New York City, have accelerated […]
https://www.akc.org/akc-detection-dog-task-force/faqs/
| April 20, 2018
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Expert Advice: Studies
New Study Updates Spay-Neuter Timeline Guidance for Popular Dog Breeds
New research has redefined the best age to spay/neuter five large dog breeds. Delaying the procedure can prevent joint disorders and certain cancers.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/study-updates-spay-neuter-guidelines/
| June 11, 2024
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Digital Collections
The AKC is committed to preserving valuable rare collections. To that end, several collections have been digitized for preservation and remote access. Constitution Dog Show Rules Meeting Minutes Show, Obedience, and Field Trial Statistics Dog Registration Statistics Photographs Constitution: 1884-Present Amendments to the AKC Constitution are captured in each of the following links. Amendments are […]
https://www.akc.org/about/archive/digital-collections/
| December 19, 2014
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Expert Advice: Nutrition
How to Choose the Best Dog Food
How do you choose the best dog food for your pup? AKC's dog nutrition experts explain how to choose the best dog food diet for your dog or puppy.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/nutrition/choosing-right-dog-food/
| September 28, 2021
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
LS Syndrome Doesn’t Hold Back Disc-Loving Border Collie ‘Gengar’
Gengar is a pro at catching disc, and he is his owner-handler Amanda Burkhart recently competed in the 2023 AKC Disc Dog Challenge in Rock Hill, SC.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/border-collie-gengar-disc-dog/
| June 5, 2023
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Expert Advice: Training
Dog Muzzles: When, Why, and How to Correctly Use Them
Learn why every dog should be muzzle trained, not just aggressive dogs or dogs with a bite history, and the types of muzzles that are available.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/dog-muzzles-when-why-how-to-use/
| September 1, 2021
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Expert Advice: Training
Do Dogs Feel Guilt? The Jury Is Still Out
We debunk the popular dog myth that canine companions feel guilt or know when they've done something naughty. Here's what's really going on.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/do-dogs-feel-guilt/
| January 12, 2021