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Expert Advice: General Nutrition
Do Dogs Need Meat in Their Diets?
Can a dog really be vegan or vegetarian? Does a dog need meat to survive? Here's everything you need to know about feeding your dog meat.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/nutrition/do-dogs-need-meat-in-their-diets/
| December 1, 2021
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Working Dogs: Meet Four Blue-Collar Dog Breeds
Meet four representatives of the Working Group, blue-collar dogs with strength and smarts, and understand why responsible breeding of working dogs is particularly important.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/working-dogs-blue-collar/
| August 4, 2022
Clubs & Delegates
Federal Issues October 2023
The following are highlights of the numerous bills in Congress that could impact dog owners and the wellbeing of dogs. Visit our 2023 Legislation Tracking map and click on “Federal Bills” on the map to get the latest updates on federal bills currently being monitored by the AKC. Highlights of issues we are currently addressing on the […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/federal-issues-october-2023/
| October 13, 2023
Clubs & Delegates
What’s New in GR October 2023
Welcome to the last quarter of 2023! Now is a great time to prepare for next year’s legislative session, whether that is introducing yourself to your local lawmakers, touching base with your regional AKC Government Relations analyst to set up a presentation for your club, or familiarizing yourself with the great things AKC and its […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/whats-new-gr-october-2023/
| October 13, 2023
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AKC Patriotic Puppy Program Participants Deliver Big at K2 Hands-On Seminar
October 2023 Breeding and training dogs for detection dog programs can be an intimidating feat. Add the stress of having someone else evaluate those same dogs…well, it can be downright overwhelming! Recently, a group of Patriotic Puppy Program participants attended a hands-on seminar at K2 Solutions in Jackson Springs, NC to learn how K2 evaluates […]
https://www.akc.org/akc-patriotic-puppy-program-participants-deliver-big-k2-hands-seminar/
| October 3, 2023
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Expert Advice: Health
Canine Herpesvirus: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
Canine herpes virus can affect adult dogs as well as puppies, and it's important to take precautions against it since so many dogs get it.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/canine-herpesvirus/
| June 16, 2023
Pages
New Video Highlights Programs to ‘Educate and Empower’ Detection Dog Breeders
The AKC Detection Dog Task Force (DDTF) is pleased to introduce a new video that shares AKC’s continued efforts in addressing the shortage of domestically bred, -raised and -trained explosives detection dogs in the United States. The video highlights interviews from terrorism experts, law enforcement officials, academia, and current AKC DDTF Patriotic Puppy Program (PPP) […]
https://www.akc.org/new-video-highlights-programs-educate-empower-detection-dog-breeders/
| October 4, 2023
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Expert Advice: General Health
Collapsed Trachea in Dogs: Causes, Signs, and Treatment
A collapsed trachea in your dog is a serious condition, but it something that they can live with. Here's how to best support your dog with this condition.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/collapsed-trachea-in-dogs/
| March 23, 2015
Press Releases
ENTRIES OPEN NOW FOR THE AKC NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP PRESENTED BY ROYAL CANIN
Entries are now open for the 2023 AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin, which returns to Orlando’s Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) North/South Concourse this December 16th and 17th. Entries are also open for the AKC/Royal Canin National All-Breed Puppy and Junior Stakes, taking place on Friday, December 15th at the OCCC, and the […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/entries-open-now-akc-national-championship-presented-royal-canin-5/
| October 4, 2023
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Expert Advice: Nutrition
Unleashing the Benefits of Homemade Fresh Dog Food
If you want homemade dog food, you know that preparing it can be a hassle. What can you do to get all the benefits of homemade dog food without the mess? Try the ChefPaw by Innovet Pet Products!
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/nutrition/benefits-of-homemade-dog-food/
| August 7, 2023