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Expert Advice: Events
Will Diving Dogs Set New World Records at the AKC National Championship?
In anticipation of the 2016 North America Diving Dogs (NADD) and AKC/Eukanuba Dock Diving National Championships, the NADD Facebook page posted this: Could records be broken this year? We thought we'd take a look at the current records and explain a little bit about what those mean in terms of diving dog competition. As […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/diving-dogs-set-new-world-records/
| December 15, 2016
Expert Advice: News
Eight-Year-Old Boy’s Quick-Thinking Saves Mom and Dog
A Sunday afternoon walk quickly turned terrifying for the Medernach family of Aurora, Ill. Cathy and Caden Medernach were walking their dog Baily behind their house on Sunday when Baily chased after some ducks on the lake. Baily fell through the ice, reports WGN, and Cathy pushed out the family canoe, heading into the lake […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/boy-saves-mom-and-dog/
| December 14, 2016
Expert Advice: Responsible Breeding
Schipperke Breeder Krista Nuovo-Roe on Life With This Foxy-Faced Breed
Dedicated to the Schipperke breed, professional breeder and handler Krista Nuovo-Roe of DeLamer Schipperkes has been involved with dogs since she was a child. Since then she has grown into a serious competitor who has worked extremely hard to produce champion dogs. While Nuovo-Roe began working with a different, much larger type of breed, the […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/life-with-schipperkes/
| November 29, 2016
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Expert Advice: Events
AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin Draws Record Entry Numbers
The AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin has drawn record entry numbers in its 16th year. An entry of 4,710 dogs will compete for the title of National Champion on December 17 and 18, 2016 in Orlando, Florida. Combined with the other weekend events the AKC Agility Invitational, the AKC Obedience Classic, AKC National Owner-Handler Series Finals, NADD/AKC Diving Dogs […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/2016-national-championship-record-entries/
| November 23, 2016
Expert Advice: Dog Gear & Accessories
Holiday Gift Guide for Active Dogs
Are hiking, swimming, running, dog sports, Frisbee, hunting, and lots of outdoor activities some of your dog's favorite things? Then delight him with holiday gifts meant just for your canine dynamo. We have all the gear and toys on his holiday wish list. Waxed Utility Coat Get serious about outdoor fun with this waxed utility dog […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/gift-guide-for-active-dogs/
| November 21, 2016
Expert Advice: Breeding Tips & Best Practices
Tips on Training in the Whelping Box
Pam Blair of Home Grown Trilogy Labrador Retrievers & Golden Retrievers starts attention work and trick training before her puppies leave for their new homes. The Connecticut resident says her new owners are amazed when their pups can wave “hi” to them. She tells us how she makes it work: “Once the pups know I […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/training-tips-for-the-whelping-box/
| November 16, 2016
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Expert Advice: Puppy Health
Puppy Diarrhea: Causes, Treatment, and Symptoms
Puppy diarrhea can be concerning for pups and pet owners alike. Learn more about potential causes of puppy diarrhea, as well as how to treat it.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/puppy-diarrhea/
| November 8, 2016
Expert Advice: Feature
Book About Secret Service Dogs Offers Tasty Respite From Politics
By now, I’m certain you’re sick of presidential politics and want this election to be over. Enter a welcome distraction: "Secret Service Dogs: The Heroes Who Protect the President of the United States" by Maria Goodavage, a New York Times bestseller. This insightful read serves up plenty of brief, punchy slices of dog life that […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/book-about-secret-service-dogs-offers-tasty-respite-from-politics/
| November 2, 2016
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Expert Advice: Fun Facts
7 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Guide Dogs
You've probably seen a guide dog out and about, but you may have misconceptions about the incredible work these service dogs do. Here are a few things you may not know. 1. Guide Dogs Are Carefully Paired With Handlers Everything from a person’s lifestyle, hobbies, activity level, family, living arrangements, and other pets go into […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/7-things-you-probably-didnt-know-about-guide-dogs/
| October 28, 2016
Expert Advice: Grooming
Expert Tips on Grooming Feet, Eyes, and Ears
Creativity and patience are the keys to success when grooming feet, eyes, and ears. Below are some tips from groomers and dog owners. Grooming Toes When grooming a dog's toes, training is key. Essentially, you need your dog to do several things at the same time: Hold still so that you’re less likely to cut […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/expert-tips-on-grooming-feet-eyes-and-ears/
| October 27, 2016