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Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Dedicated to Health & Education – Hear from a Bred with H.E.A.R.T. Breeder
Laura Haas has loved bringing puppies into the world for as long as she can remember. As a child through young adulthood, she helped her family with their hobby of breeding German Shepherd Dogs. She stopped the endeavor after she married and started raising a family of her own. But an encounter with a new […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/akc-bred-with-heart-breeder-laura-haas/
| March 9, 2017
Expert Advice: Breeding Tips & Best Practices
AKC Pet Insurance’s Top Puppy Insurance Claims of 2016
Responsible breeders do everything they can to keep their puppies safe and healthy from before they were born until the day they leave their kennel. Around 8 to 12 weeks old, the puppies depart from their breeder, and their new lives begin in their meticulously, hand-picked homes. By discerningly choosing the right family for each […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/top-puppy-insurance-claims-2016/
| March 8, 2017
Expert Advice: Lifestyle
15 Dog Movies for Every Dog Lover
Looking for something for your family to watch on your next movie night? Check out our picks for the best dog movies for all ages.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/dog-movies/
| January 18, 2017
Expert Advice: Cute & Funny
9 Photos of Dachshunds That’ll Make You Go “Awww”
An accomplished hunting dog and adorable companion, how can you not love the Dachshund? These are small dogs with big personalities and they won't let you forget it. These dogs are curious and friendly, yet still manage to maintain a sense of spunkiness. Here are nine photos of the "badger dog" that will make you […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/cute-dachshund-pics/
| January 3, 2017
Expert Advice: News
Search and Rescue Crews Work Tirelessly to Save Dogs After Building Collapse
In a moment of fear and tragedy, search and rescue crews in Sioux Falls, S.D. worked tirelessly throughout the weekend to save dogs and humans alike. On Friday morning, an apartment building that was being remodeled, collapsed. Search and rescue crews and Fire Department members were on the scene all weekend inspecting the building and […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/building-collapse-dogs-rescued/
| December 5, 2016
Legislative Alerts
USDA/APHIS Explains Terminology Used in Inspection Reports
USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) recently published definitions of terminology that will be used to better categorize information that appears in USDA inspection reports. A bulletin released by APHIS on September 22, 2016 defines new and existing terms and provides explanations and examples of how the terms are used in inspection reports. […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/aphis-kennel-inspection-terms/
| September 28, 2016
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Meet the Ultimate Companion Dog: the Coton de Tulear
Once you've learned how to pronounce it: "co-TAWN-day too-LEE-are," you'll be able to adequately sing the praises of this adorable dog. But let's stay with the French for a minute, because "joie de vivre" is the best definition of the Coton de Tulear. This lovable, happy dog originated on the island of Madagascar, perhaps from […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/ultimate-companion-dog-coton-de-tulear/
| September 13, 2016
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Cocker Spaniel Facts You May Not Know
Did you know that the Cocker Spaniel and English Cocker Spaniel are two different breeds? Learn more about the breed with these Cocker Spaniel fun facts.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/fun-facts-cocker-spaniel/
| August 30, 2016
Expert Advice: Cute & Funny
9 Funny Dog Jokes That Will Have You Rolling
Is it us, or are jokes about dogs a lot funnier than others? We’ve compiled a list of some of the funniest dog jokes we could find, guaranteed to make you chuckle. Enjoy! Why do dogs always race to the door when the doorbell rings? It’s hardly ever for them. Q: What kind of […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/9-funny-dog-jokes-that-will-have-you-rolling/
| August 22, 2016
Expert Advice: General Health
Home Remedies for Dogs
Dogs are naturally curious animals who tend to view the world through their mouths, and subsequently, their stomachs. Sometimes this can get your dog into trouble, and a call to the vet is always your first step if you suspect your dog has eaten something dangerous. Fortunately, there are some home remedies for dogs that […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/home-remedies-for-your-dog/
| August 22, 2016