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Legislative Alerts
Pennsylvania: Committee to Consider Bill Regarding Boarding Dogs from Out-of-State on Monday (6/24)
On Monday, June 24, 2024, the House Judiciary Committee will consider legislation aimed at addressing concerns by boarding kennels along the state borders. Recent changes to Pennsylvania’s Dog Law (Act 18 of 2023) requires a certified certificate of veterinary inspection (CVI) from a dog’s home state in order to be boarded in Pennsylvania licensed boarding […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/pennsylvania-committee-consider-bill-regarding-boarding-dogs-state-monday-6-24/
| June 21, 2024
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeding
Autosomal Dominant Conditions in Dogs
Introduction to Autosomal Dominant Conditions Dogs have 78 chromosomes, or 39 pairs in each cell. Genes are located on these chromosomes, and they can have different genetic variants related to genes, known as alleles. Each gene also typically has 2 copies, one from the dam and one from the sire. The dam and sire randomly […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/autosomal-dominant-conditions-dogs/
| June 20, 2024
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeding
Breeder Spotlight: Laura Jane Stewart and Noah Hines of Three Oaks Farmdogs
Laura Jane Stewart and her son, Noah Hines, are the owners of Three Oaks Farmdogs in Raleigh, North Carolina. They bought their first Danish-Swedish Farm Dog in December of 2017 and have raised two litters. Danish-Swedish Farmdogs are a rare breed and, though they are new to it, Laura Jane and Noah have had a […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/breeder-spotlight-laura-jane-stewart-noah-hines-three-oaks-farmdogs/
| June 20, 2024
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Expert Advice: Home & Living
Finding the Right Dog Door for Your Home
Dog doors are a great option for many households, but they're not for everyone. Here are some things to consider before installing a dog door in your home.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/home-living/finding-right-dog-door-for-you/
| June 20, 2024
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Expert Advice: General Health
Amitriptyline Hydrochloride for Dogs: Uses, Side Effects, and Alternatives
Amitriptyline, which goes by the brand name Elavil, is prescribed as an off-label treatment for generalized anxiety and separation anxiety in dogs.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/amitriptyline-hydrochloride-for-dogs/
| June 20, 2024
Legislative Alerts
Delaware: Barking Dogs Legislation Passes the House
On Tuesday, June 18, 2024, the Delaware House of Representatives passed legislation to regulate barking dogs in the state. The bill now moves to the Senate where it has been assigned to the Senate Elections and Government Affairs Committee. As mentioned in a previous alert, House Bill 124 will prohibit dogs from barking continuously for […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/delaware-barking-dogs-legislation-passes-house/
| June 20, 2024
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Expert Advice: Common Conditions
Anaphylaxis in Dogs: Signs, Symptoms, Treatments
"Anaphylaxis is a life-threatening, immediate allergic reaction that can cause collapse, shock and death without quick emergency treatment.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/anaphylaxis-in-dogs/
| June 18, 2024
Legislative Alerts
Delaware: Barking Dogs Legislation Scheduled for House Vote Tomorrow
The Delaware House of Representatives will be considering a bill to regulate barking dogs in the state during tomorrow’s (June 18, 2024) session scheduled to start at 2:00p. Delaware residents are encouraged to contact the members of the House of Representatives to express your concerns with House Bill 124 which seeks to regulating barking dogs. […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/delaware-barking-dogs-legislation-scheduled-house-vote-tomorrow/
| June 17, 2024
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Expert Advice: Common Behavior Issues
When You Should (or Shouldn’t) Pick Up Your Small Dog
It's an instinct for many owners of small breed dogs to pick them up at different points while walking. But, there are pros and cons to doing this.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/when-you-should-pick-up-your-small-dog/
| June 17, 2024
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Meet the Winners of the 2024 Disc Dog Challenge
Dogs that catch discs aren't just here for the fun, they're serious dog athletes! Also known as UpDog, Disc Dog is an exciting, fast-paced, fun sport...
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/2024-disc-dog-challenge-winners/
| June 17, 2024