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Expert Advice: Dental Health
Is a Dog’s Mouth Cleaner Than a Human’s?
You’ve probably heard the expression “a dog’s mouth is cleaner than a human’s mouth" at least once in your life. Is it true?
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/is-dogs-mouth-cleaner-than-humans/
| February 1, 2021
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Expert Advice: Dental Health
What to Do If Your Dog Has a Loose Tooth
It's normal for puppies to lose their primary teeth. For an adult dog, a loose or wiggly tooth can be the result of an injury or a sign of dental...
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/dog-loose-tooth/
| February 27, 2024
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Expert Advice: Lifestyle
Dogs and I Dos: How to Incorporate Your Dog in Your Wedding
When planning your wedding as a dog owner, you might want your dog involved in the festivities. Here's how to make it work for your wedding.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/tips-to-include-dog-in-wedding/
| March 30, 2018
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Expert Advice: Names
Unique Dog Names for Girls and Boys
Want to give your dog a special moniker? Check out our list of unique dog names — you're bound to find something original!
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/unique-dog-names/
| September 1, 2018
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Expert Advice: Feature
Across Conformation Rings, ‘Enzo’ the Saint Bernard Shines
Owner-handler Evelyn Dixon, of New Market, MD, isn't the only one who shows her Saint Bernard, "Enzo," in the conformation ring — her son does, too.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/conformation-saint-bernard-enzo/
| March 28, 2024
Press Releases
THE AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB HONORS HEROIC CANINES WITH AKC DOGNY PAW OF COURAGE AWARD
The American Kennel Club (AKC®), the world’s largest purebred dog registry and leading advocate for all dogs, is honored to recognize K9 Vishu of Kankakee Sheriff’s Department in Kankakee, IL., and K9 Biza of Auburn Massachusetts Police Department in Auburn, MA., with the American Kennel Club’s DOGNY Paw of Courage Award. The AKC DOGNY Paw […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/american-kennel-club-honors-heroic-canines-akc-dogny-paw-courage-award-2/
| April 3, 2024
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Expert Advice: Flea & Tick
Keeping Your Dog Safe During Your State’s Flea & Tick Season
As seasons change and get warmer, flea and tick seasons change too. Learn your state's season and how to prepare your dog against fleas and ticks.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/flea-tick-season/
| April 12, 2023
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Expert Advice: Nutrition
How to Read a Dog Food Label
Your best tool for deciding what to feed your dog is right on the can or bag. But first, you need to know how to read a dog food label.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/nutrition/how-to-read-a-dog-food-label/
| November 30, 2020
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Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Dogs That Are Good With Cats
There are dog people and there are cat people — but what about those of us who love both? Can we have a cat and a dog in our household, or are they truly mortal enemies? Rest assured, dogs and cats can become the best of friends, or at least learn to peacefully coexist. If […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/dogs-that-are-good-with-cats/
| February 24, 2023
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Expert Advice: Training
How to Teach Your Dog to Ring a Bell to Go Outside
Teaching your dog to ring a bell to go outside is a great trick and very helpful for house-training. Here's how to do it from our dog training experts.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/teach-dog-ring-bell-go-outside/
| May 13, 2021