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Expert Advice: Feature
Westminster Competitor Biscotti Rose Supports Owner During Cancer Treatment
When Rick and Lorie Douglas first set eyes on puppy Biscotti Rose two years ago, they knew she was special. Now a Westminster and Conformation star, she is also Rick's best support system through cancer treatment.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/biscotti-rose-westminster-and-support/
| May 11, 2023
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Canine Partners
All American Dog Adds “Rally Champion” to his Resume
RACH Boone Of The Big House CDX BN RM3 RAE2 RATCH CGC TKE owned by Sandra M. Muench of Plant City, FL Now almost 8 years old, Boone, an Australian Cattle Dog mix, was found wandering in Georgia. He was taken to a Florida rescue group to foster for adoption. After seeing his online photo […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/american-dog-adds-rach-resume/
| October 19, 2023
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Expert Advice: Feature
Family Honors Late Mother with Flyball’s “Emily Getty Cup”
The Fur Fun Flyball team is no stranger to competing at events like the 2023 AKC Flyball Dog Challenge Presented by Tractor Supply Company that took place this past February 25 and 26 in Ocala, Florida. But this year, things for the team, which includes Phil Getty and his daughter, Grace, are different. This is […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/akc-flyball-emily-getty-cup/
| March 24, 2023
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Expert Advice: Common Conditions
Do Dogs Need a Flu Shot? Facts About the Canine Influenza Vaccine
Learn about canine influenza virus and how you can help prevent the spread of dog flu, including getting your pet a dog flu shot.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/dog-flu-shot-canine-influenza/
| January 30, 2023
Legislative Alerts
Texas Special Session: Problematic Dangerous Dog Bill Introduced
Last week two identical dangerous dog bills were introduced during the 3rd Texas Called Session of 2023. House Bill 98 and Senate Bill 39 expand Texas dangerous dog law to deem a dog dangerous if it causes bodily injury. At this time, neither bill has received a committee referral and there are no hearings scheduled. […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/texas-special-session-problematic-dangerous-dog-bill-introduced/
| October 17, 2023
Legislative Alerts
NJ: Monroe Twp., Borough of Hillsdale to Consider Restricting Consumer Choice in Pets
In the coming weeks, both Monroe Township and the Borough of Hillsdale in New Jersey will consider ordinances to restrict pet stores to selling only dogs sourced from shelters and rescues. Monroe Township: On Monday, October 23, at 7PM, Monroe Township will consider Ordinance O:40-2023 entitled “Animal Control”, which will prohibit pet stores from selling […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/nj-monroe-twp-borough-hillsdale-consider-restricting-consumer-choice-pets/
| October 17, 2023
Expert Advice: Breeding Tips & Best Practices
Make a Successful Puppy Formula Recommendation: 5 Questions Breeders Will Want to Ask New Pet Owners
by Russ Kelley, Scientific Services Nutritionist – Royal Canin US As a breeder, you play an important role in ensuring your puppies start on the right nutrition to give them a healthy start. And while Royal Canin provides you with tools to recommend a dog food, nothing can replace having a real, one-on-one conversation about […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/make-successful-puppy-formula-recommendation-5-questions-breeders-will-want-ask-new-pet-owners/
| October 17, 2023
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeding
Monitor Weight to Improve Your Breeding Program
Canine reproduction is a complex physiological event. Even if you provide a nurturing environment and a proper diet, there are no guarantees of success. Fortunately, by monitoring and optimizing the weight of your breeding females, you can increase the success of your breeding program. Breeding Program Checklist: When and How to Monitor Weight Evaluate Body […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/monitor-weight-improve-breeding-program/
| October 17, 2023
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeding
AKC Breeder Spotlight: Terri & Rachel Sigulinsky of Snowbright Samoyeds
Terri Sigulinsky and her daughter, Rachel Sigulinsky, owners of Snowbright Samoyeds, are second and third generation Samoyed breeders located in Ohio and Michigan. Terri has been showing dogs for more than 40 years and breeding for 35 years. Rachel showed her first Samoyed at 7 years old and whelped her first litter at age 12. […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/akc-breeder-spotlight-terri-rachel-sigulinsky-snowbright-samoyeds/
| October 17, 2023
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Expert Advice: News
From the Bakery to the Dog Sports, ‘Billie’ the Newfoundland Is Always Sweet
During the week, Billie might be taste-testing goodies at Three Dog Bakery in Kansas, but on the weekends, she's excelling in dog sports.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/billie-newfoundland-bakery/
| October 13, 2023