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Meet the Bulldog Puppy Who Has a Very Important New Job
This Bulldog puppy is less than two-months-old, but he's already got himself a very important job. The pup's name is Handsome Dan XVIII and he is the new mascot for Yale University. Handsome Dan already has a twitter account, where he shared this absolutely adorable picture of himself. So excited to be a part […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/meet-the-bulldog-puppy-who-has-a-very-important-new-job/
| November 18, 2016
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K-9 Reunites With Veterinarian Who Saved His Life In Heartwarming Video
When K-9 officer Peydro was injured in the line of duty back in May, his handler, Officer Juan Barerra feared the worst. Peydro was pursuing a suspect May 28th, when he was hit by a car. Peydro was rushed to UC Davis Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital, where he was treated for both facial and spinal […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/k-9-reunites-with-vet/
| September 6, 2016
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It’s All In The Family: Son of K-9 Hero Becomes An Official Police Dog
Blitz is on patrol. After his graduation on August 17, Blitz is an official K-9. This dog, however, is no ordinary K-9; he has heroism in his blood. Blitz is the son of K-9 Bodie, who saved the life of his partner, Sacramento Police Officer Randy Van Dusen, in 2012. While the pair were pursuing […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/its-all-in-the-family-son-of-k-9-hero-becomes-an-official-police-dog/
| August 18, 2016
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Irish Wolfhound Secures Incredible Guinness World Record
An Irish Wolfhound in Westerlo, Belgium is now officially the proud holder of a Guinness World Record. The dog, named Keon, holds the record for the "longest tail on a dog." How long is his tail? 30.2 inches (or 2 feet and 6.2 inches). Not only is this an amazingly long tail, but it's also […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/irish-wolfhound-secures-incredible-guinness-world-record/
| January 19, 2017
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In Honor of Tryko, a True K-9 Hero
In April of this year, the Doraville Police Department searched for a man wanted for numerous felonies in multiple countries. When he tried to hide in a house, K-9 Tryko was on the trail. Unfortunately, Tryko was injured during his apprehension of the suspect. Only a month later though, Tryko had healed and returned to […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/in-honor-of-tryko-a-true-k-9-hero/
| November 4, 2016
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Grief Therapy Dog in Training Comforts Families at Funeral Home
There's nothing harder than losing a loved one. This funeral home in Niles, Ind. aims to make the grieving process a little easier with the help of a grief therapy dog named Sir Winston Bailey Brown. Sir Winston Bailey Brown is a four-month-old Golden Retriever and is currently training to be a grief […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/grief-therapy-dog-in-training-comforts-families-at-funeral-home/
| December 27, 2016
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Golden Retriever Saves Owner’s Life After He Falls in Snow
A dog owner in Michigan is alive and recovering all thanks to his Golden Retriever, Kelsey. On New Year's Eve, Bob was going to get wood for his fire when he slipped and fell. Unable to move, Bob was stuck in the snow in temperatures as low as 24 degrees, WYFF reports. If it wasn't […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/golden-retriever-saves-owners-life-after-he-falls-in-snow/
| January 12, 2017
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German Shepherd Stolen From Fenced in Yard Reunited With Family
Good news in the dog world, and especially for the Torres family in East Los Angeles. The family has been reunited with their German Shepherd, PJ, after he was stolen last week from their gated front yard. The reunion is particularly special for Francisco Torres, PJ's owner and Iraq war veteran, as the 8-month-old pup […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/german-shepherd-stolen-from-fenced-in-yard-reunited-with-family/
| November 7, 2016
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FDA Approves New Drug To Treat Canine Noise Anxiety
Does your dog have "noise anxiety?" Is he afraid of loud sounds like thunder or fireworks? Chances are he isn't alone. According to the New York Daily News, research shows that 40 to 50 percent of dog owners say their pup is scared of loud sounds. Well, the good news for dog owners is the […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/fda-approves-new-drug-to-treat-canine-noise-anxiety/
| November 9, 2016
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Duke The Dog Mayor Reelected For Third Term
Having a hard time deciding who to vote for in the upcoming election season? How about a dog? Voters in Cormorant, Minnesota have reelected Duke, a nine-year-old Great Pyrenees for his third term as mayor. "Three years ago, it happened by accident, it was a write in vote," David Rick, Duke's owner, told WDAY. Now, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/duke-the-dog-mayor-reelected-for-third-term/
| August 23, 2016