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Expert Advice: Breeding Tips & Best Practices
A Breeder’s Instinct Comes From Learning and Experience
There are certain rituals leading up to when puppies are due that put the wheels of memory in motion for me. While going through the checklist of supplies, temperature-taking, setting up the whelping box, and keeping a watchful eye, I recall other litters and individuals, from the day they were born to the day […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/breeders-instinct-learning-experience/
| July 27, 2015
Expert Advice: News
Homeless Man and His Dog Get Help in Most Unexpected Way
One woman in Arizona is working to help the area’s four-legged homeless citizens. Cheryl King Wade runs Helping Hands for Homeless Hounds, a nonprofit dedicated to providing the pets of homeless individuals with veterinary care, including vaccinations, spay/neuter, and microchipping, as well as getting them licensed. The organization also provides donations like food and supplies to […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/homeless-man-and-his-dog/
| July 25, 2015
Canine Partners
Pitbull Abandoned by Owner Gets New Family & Career
Pitbull Abandoned by Owner Gets New Family & Career Jasmine of Lindenbrook UD owned by Nan & Kevin Daley of Woodside, CA Jasmine was dropped off at the Daley’s house by a friend of their daughters' to watch while his landlord inspected his rental house. “He didn't come back as expected and then told us […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/pitbull-abandoned-by-owner-gets-new-family-career/
| July 24, 2015
Expert Advice: Basic Training
The Name Game – Does Your Dog Like Her Name?
Many dogs hate their names because their owners always use their names as part of a verbal correction. Make sure your dog likes its name. Here is a fun game to play to increase the positive association. They constantly hear: “Rover, No!” “Rover, Down!;” “Rover, Quiet!” The list goes on and on. It might be […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/name-game-dog-like/
| July 23, 2015
Press Releases
AKC Continues Commitment to Breeder Education With Bred With H.E.A.R.T.
The American Kennel Club (AKC®) continues its long-standing commitment to advance the health and welfare of all dogs with the launch of its new program Bred with H.E.A.R.T. (Health, Education, Accountability, Responsibility and Tradition) Modeled after the successful Breeder of Merit program, Bred with H.E.A.R.T. is a new way to engage, encourage and recognize all […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/breeder-education-bred-with-heart/
| July 22, 2015
Expert Advice: Fun With Your Dog
Tips for Starting a Jogging Program with your Dog
AKC GoodDog! Helpline trainer Hilarie Erb provides tips for starting a jogging program with your dog. It is important to do this safely and provide the proper training before you take off running! If you are a runner and think that your dog would be the ideal running partner, you may be right. However, there […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/jogging-program-with-your-dog/
| July 22, 2015
Expert Advice: Conformation
Born in the USA: Poodle Ch. Blakeen Jung Frau
Standard Poodle Ch. Blakeen Jung Frau was from the famous line of Poodles owned by Hayes Blake Hoyt, a woman who lived the word “elegant” in and out of the show ring. Jung Frau’s breeding was impeccable. Her father was legendary Swiss import Duc, 1935’s Westminster winner. In 62 shows entered, Jung Frau won the breed […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/born-in-the-usa-poodle/
| July 20, 2015
Canine Partners
Teen & His Dog Excel at Many Sports, Thanks to Start from AKC & 4H
Mix a high-drive Labrador with an active 8-year-old boy, and you cook up a mother looking for an outlet. Lucia Pink found it when her eyes landed on a newspaper advertisement for a Kids and Dogs Day Camp at the Imperial Polk Obedience Club. The camp ran for a week and Lucia thought it would […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/teen-his-dog-excel-at-many-sports-thanks-to-start-from-akc-4h/
| July 17, 2015
Canine Partners
Almost Given Up On, Portia Now Shines as Therapy Dog
Portia Rocks Alsup THDD owned by Kathleen Smiley-Aslup of Rockford, IL Portia was a stray, found wandering the streets, and was taken in by Bullmastiff rescue groups after her rescue. But even rescue did not know what to do with her after a foster home did not want her back and adoptive owners returned her. […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/almost-given-up-on-portia-now-shines-as-therapy-dog/
| July 17, 2015
Canine Partners
Owner Refuses to Give Up on Dog Found Living in Culverts – Today She is Award-Winner!
Donald Rakestraw of Wichita, KS, wrote this amazing story of a nearly feral dog who was found living in culverts in a neighborhood. Donald and his wife, Naomi, adopted the dog after her rescue and quickly realized that they had taken on a dog with many serious issues, including extreme fear that led to growling […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/owner-refuses-to-give-up-on-dog-found-living-in-culverts-today-she-is-award-winner/
| July 16, 2015