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Expert Advice: General Health Should You Always Spay-Neuter Your Dog?
Routine spaying and neutering of dogs is generally accepted, and some doggy daycares and dog parks don't allow intact male dogs or female dogs in heat. In addition, many states require dogs in rescue shelters to be spayed or neutered before they're placed in a home, often at just a few months old. Along with […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/should-you-spay-neuter-dogs/ | November 20, 2019
Expert Advice: Health Everything You Need to Know About Chiropractic Care for Dogs
Like people, dogs may experience health issues that affect their mobility. Alongside traditional medicine, your vet might suggest a chiropractic.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/chiropractic-care-for-dogs/ | August 2, 2023
German Wirehaired Pointer getting attention.
Expert Advice: Why does my dog... Why Do Dogs Duck When You Pat Them on the Head?
Many dogs dislike being pat on the head, and there's reason behind it. Direct eye contact and looming over a dogs is considered a threat to them.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/advice/dog-ducks-when-pat-head/ | January 18, 2019
Beagle sitting waiting for a treat being held above his head.
Expert Advice: Training New Year’s Resolutions to Improve Your Dog Training Routine
Start the new year by deepening your relationship with your dog. Try these three New Year's training resolutions and reap the rewards.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/dog-training-new-years-resolutions/ | January 1, 2020
dog on stairs
Expert Advice: General Health Does Your Dog Need Dog Stairs or a Ramp?
If you have a senior dog, a dog with arthritis, or a dog with other mobility issues, it may be time for dog stairs or a ramp. In fact, dog stairs and ramps can also make life easier for some very small dogs or breeds with short legs and long bodies, like Dachshunds and Corgis. […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/dog-stairs-and-ramps/ | January 13, 2020
Dachshund with its owner getting checked by a veterinarian.
Expert Advice: Common Conditions Bowel Obstruction in Dogs: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
Bowel obstruction in dogs can cause lots of gastrointestinal issues and other health problems. If you suspect your dog has eaten a foreign object, contact your vet right away.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/bowel-obstruction-in-dogs/ | January 16, 2020
Dalmatian eating kibble from a small bowl.
Expert Advice: Vitamins & Supplements What Are Dog Supplements and What Do They Do?
About one-third of dogs in the United States are given some sort of dog vitamins and supplements for everything ranging from dog arthritis and joint stiffness to heart health, digestion, and coat care. Although there hasn’t yet been sufficient research into the efficacy of these supplements to definitively say that they all work, there is […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/nutrition/popular-dog-supplements/ | May 4, 2020
Kishu Ken standing in the brush at sunset.
Expert Advice: Health How Changes in Weather Can Affect Your Dog’s Mood
Have you ever noticed that your dog’s mood shifts with the weather? Storms, heat, cold, and the changing seasons affect our dogs, just like they affect us. Most dogs can even sense when the weather is about to change. But how does hot weather affect dogs, and how does cold weather affect dogs? Understanding the […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/how-changes-in-weather-can-affect-dogs/ | June 5, 2020
German Shepherd Dog catching a disc in the park.
Expert Advice: Fitness & Exercise Why Doesn’t My Dog Play Fetch?
Have you tried everything you can, and your dog just doesn't seem to enjoy playing fetch? Here are a few reasons your dog isn't playing fetch.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/why-does-my-dog-not-care-about-playing-fetch/ | January 13, 2021
Shiba Inu eating from a stainless steel bowl in the living room.
Expert Advice: Natural & Whole Foods Can Dogs Eat Eggs?
Can dogs eat eggs? Learn how to safely incorporate eggs into your dog's diet, usually as an occasional treat.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/nutrition/can-dogs-eat-eggs/ | March 8, 2021

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