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Expert Advice: Weight Management
How to Help Your Dog Lose Weight
This Is a Paid Advertisement for The Farmer's Dog In the U.S., 56% of dogs are overweight or obese, and that excess weight is tied to an astonishing array of health problems. When it comes to preventing dog obesity, or even the slow creep of excess pounds, simple awareness—knowing what your dog’s weight should be, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/nutrition/dog-obesity-safe-weight-loss/
| January 19, 2023
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Expert Advice: Grooming
How to Groom a Dog at Home
Good grooming will help your dog look and feel their best. Keep your dog clean and healthy with these at-home dog grooming tips.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/how-to-groom-a-dog/
| January 17, 2023
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Expert Advice: Common Behavior Issues
Separation Anxiety in Dogs: Causes, Prevention, and How to Solve It
Learn more about the symptoms, causes, prevention, and treatment of separation anxiety in dogs and puppies from AKC's dog training experts.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/dog-separation-anxiety/
| January 17, 2023
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Expert Advice: Common Conditions
Can Dogs Get Colds?
Rarely life-threatening but always irritating, the common cold is just a fact of life for humans. But can dogs get colds? Dogs can get infections that make them sneeze and sniffle, just like we do. However, your dog's cold symptoms could also be the result of a more serious disease. What Is a Cold? When […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/can-dogs-get-colds/
| January 17, 2023
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Expert Advice: Health
How to Keep Your Dog Warm Without Power
Winter weather can be unpredictable. If you lose power this winter, what is the best way to make sure your dog stays warm and healthy? How to Keep Your Dog Warm Stay Indoors Your dog should always stay indoors with you during extreme weather. Limit outdoor trips to quick potty breaks. Gate Off Colder Rooms […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/keep-dog-warm-without-power/
| January 6, 2023
Sports & Events
Conformation Event Kit
Links to documents and forms needed to administer Conformation events are listed below. A club must have multiple blank copies of most of the forms available, so it is suggested that clubs print the forms prior to the event or have access to the forms and a printer available at the event. Some completed forms […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/conformation/eventkit/
| January 4, 2023
Press Releases
BULLDOG “STAR” WINS BEST IN SHOW AT 22nd AKC NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP PRESENTED BY ROYAL CANIN
GCHG CH Cherokee Legend Encore, a Bulldog known as “Star,” triumphed over more than 5,300 competitors to earn a $50,000 cash prize and the title of Best in Show at the AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin, held December 17-18, 2022 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL. “Star,” owned by Alaina […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/bulldog-star-wins-best-show-22nd-akc-national-championship-presented-royal-canin/
| January 3, 2023
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Bulldog ‘Star’ Crowned Best in Show at 2022 AKC National Championship
When college students decorate the walls of their dorm rooms, the subjects of the posters they choose may vary. But when Kevin Mason decided to hang an image in his room during his final year at Florida State University in Tallahassee, he chose a Bulldog. However, Mason didn’t own one — at least, not yet. […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/bulldog-star-crowned-best-in-show-at-2022-akc-national-championship/
| January 2, 2023
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Expert Advice: Common Conditions
Lethargy in Dogs: What You Need to Know
Lethargy in dogs is a sign of many possible conditions in your dog. Learn about the possible causes and what to do if your dog is showing signs of lethargy.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/lethargy-in-dogs/
| December 30, 2022
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
18-Year-Old Noah Milam Wins Best Junior at 2022 AKC National Championship
On December 17, 2022, the Junior Showmanship Finals took place at the AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin in Orlando, Florida. In the ring, Junior Handlers displayed their hard work and their close bonds with their dogs. Coming in first place was 18-year-old Noah Milam, who competed with 4-year-old Harrier CH Bydesign's Puerto Vallarta Dream, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/2022-best-junior-akc-national-championship/
| December 27, 2022