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Expert Advice: Breed Preservation
Going Rare: The Joys of Owning a Vulnerable Dog Breed
Owning an endangered breed can be incredibly rewarding. It's no secret that what’s old is new again. As a millennial, I know that what used to be known as "used clothing" is now "vintage" and all the rage. Many of us have gone back to eating local and embracing a "farm-to-table" mentality when it comes […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/going-rare-the-joys-of-owning-a-vulnerable-breed/
| October 10, 2019
Press Releases
AKC Adds New Urban CGC Title To Popular Canine Good Citizen® Program
New York, NY – Giving responsible owners a whole new level of achievement for their dogs, the American Kennel Club (AKC) announced today the launch of “AKC Urban CGC” to the Canine Good Citizen (CGC) training program. The new title focuses on city-dwelling dogs and the special skills they require. Since 1989, more than 700,000 […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/urban-cgc-title-added-to-canine-good-citizen-program/
| April 24, 2015
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Expert Advice: Health
How Do I Collect a Urine Sample From My Dog?
Whether for a wellness exam or a health issue, at some point, your vet will need you to collect a dog urine sample. This task can be daunting. After all, how do you get your dog to cooperate? With these simple tips and a little training, you can collect urine samples without stressing your pet […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/how-do-i-collect-a-urine-sample-from-my-dog/
| July 11, 2022
Clubs & Delegates
State Issues June 2022
News from the State Capitols Here are some highlights of state-level issues AKC GR is currently tracking. California – AB 1881 as introduced established a “Dog and Cat Bill of Rights”. While the bill only required that the list be posted at shelters and rescues, AKC joined many organizations in expressing significant concerns about putting […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/state-issues-june-2022/
| June 28, 2022
Clubs & Delegates
Federal Issues June 2022
AKC Government Relations continues to monitor Congress for issues of interest to dog owners. Visit our 2022 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 federal level include: U.S. Congress – […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/federal-issues-june-2022/
| June 28, 2022
Legislative Alerts
California Update: Senate Committee to Consider Two Dog-Related Bills Next Week
Next week, the California Senate Judiciary Committee will be considering both the “Dog and Cat Welfare” and dog trainer disclosure bills. The American Kennel Club (AKC) is currently neutral on these bills, both of which contain some of AKC’s proposed amendments. Those who wish may contact the committee to express your opinion on these bills […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/california-update-senate-committee-consider-two-dog-related-bills-next-week/
| June 22, 2022
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Expert Advice: Health
Alopecia in Dogs: Why Is My Dog Losing Hair?
Shedding happens. It's a fact. You can always count on locks losing their grip when spring or early autumn rolls around and dogs shed their seasonal coats. Environmental factors like temperature, nutrition, and stress can also affect canine coat loss. But while some loose hair occurs routinely during a dog's hair growth cycles, thinning hair […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/alopecia-dogs-dog-losing-hair/
| June 17, 2022
Pages
Training Tip Spring 2022
Teach Your Dog to Back Up We are repeating the Training Tip from the winter issue because part of it was accidently left out. Our apologies! Many thanks to Mandy Baker CPDT-KA CBATI CCUI, who has been training and competing with All American Dogs for 16 years in rally, agility, scent work, freestyle and more, […]
https://www.akc.org/register/information/canine-partners/newsletter/training-tip-spring-2022/
| June 16, 2022
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Expert Advice: News
Sheltering in Place With Your Dog During an Emergency or Disaster
Depending on the type and intensity of a natural disaster or pandemic, it may be safer for you and your dog to stay where you are than to evacuate. FEMA advises that sheltering in place is appropriate when “conditions require that you seek immediate protection in your home, place of employment, school, or other location […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/sheltering-place-dog-natural-disaster/
| March 14, 2020
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Expert Advice: Health
Coping with Dog Loss and Grief in the Midst of the Coronavirus
There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you. —Maya Angelou A young vet assistant carried my Lab, Fergus, into a room set aside for euthanasia. While Fergus lay on a large, soft pillow, I lay down beside him. I told him what a good guy he was and how I loved him. […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/coping-with-dog-loss-and-grief-in-the-midst-of-the-coronavirus/
| July 22, 2020