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Expert Advice: Flea & Tick
Lyme Disease in Dogs: Symptoms, Tests, Treatment, and Prevention
Lyme disease, also known as Lyme borreliosis, is a bacterial illness that can be transmitted to humans, dogs, and other animals by certain species of ticks. It is caused by the spiral-shaped bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi, which is carried inside a tick and gets into a dog or person’s bloodstream through a tick bite. Once in the bloodstream, the […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/lyme-disease-in-dogs/
| April 12, 2023
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Expert Advice: Health
Deworming Dogs: What You Need to Know
Dogs can come into contact with internal parasites at any point in their lives, including before they are born. These parasites—which are often different types of worms—can cause problems once they find their way into your dog's gastrointestinal (GI) tract. Depending on the parasite, your dog may experience symptoms, but this isn't always the case. […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/deworming-dogs-what-you-need-to-know/
| April 24, 2023
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Is Your Dog Ready For Their First Show?
You might have a dog you've dreamed of showing in a Conformation event, but how do you know when they're ready to compete for the first time? You can set your dog up for success by getting them used to the noise and busy atmosphere of a show. You can also train and socialize your […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/is-your-dog-ready-for-their-first-show/
| May 4, 2023
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Expert Advice: Health
Can I Wash My Dog With Soap?
When it's bathtime, the best way to keep your pet clean is with products specially formulated for dogs. But what happens if you run out of dog shampoo? Can you use soap made for people on your dog? What Can I Wash My Dog With? Dog shampoos made with detergents work best on canine skin. They support […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/can-i-wash-my-dog-with-soap/
| May 5, 2023
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Expert Advice: Training
Teaching Targeting to Your Dog
Targeting involves teaching your dog to touch an object with their paw or nose, and it is a very useful skill to teach your dog.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/teaching-targeting-to-your-dog/
| June 26, 2023
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Expert Advice: Training
Urine Marking vs. Peeing: How to Tell These Dog Behaviors Apart
Dogs pee in the house for many reasons, but they also urine mark. Learn to tell the difference between these behaviors and how to reduce marking.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/marking-vs-peeing/
| July 3, 2023
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Expert Advice: Health
IBD and IBS in Dogs: Signs, Symptoms, and Treatment
Know the signs of IBD and IBS and how to diagnose and treat them. IBS is less common in dogs than IBD, but can have many different causes.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/ibd-and-ibs-in-dogs/
| July 7, 2023
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Expert Advice: Training
Expert Tips for Crate Training Your Dog
These 10 tips from the AKC GoodDog! Helpline will make it easy for you to crate train your dog and teach them to love spending time in their crate.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/crate-training/
| September 15, 2023
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Expert Advice: Tricks
How Dog Trick Training Can Improve Vet Visits
Ever wish your dog could just do what the vet wants without touching them? Teaching your dog tricks might be way to do just that.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/dog-trick-training-vet-visits/
| January 24, 2024
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
For ‘Winston,’ the AKC National Agility Championship Is a Full-Circle Moment
When Jeff Wells of San Antonio, Texas, came across a listing of a found, injury puppy in 2021, he never could have imagined all that he and "Winston,"...
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/national-agility-championship-winston-all-american-dog/
| March 11, 2024