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Federal Issues June 2023
AKC Government Relations continues to monitor Congress for issues of interest to dog owners. 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 federal level include: U.S. Congress – HR […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/federal-issues-june-2023-2/
| June 23, 2023
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Expert Advice: Why does my dog...
Canine Communication: Deciphering Different Dog Sounds
"Wouldn't it be great if our dogs could talk?" says Amanda Nascimento, head of Integrative Veterinary Medicine and Research at NHV Natural Pet. "If you listen closely, they can." Dogs don't just bark to communicate. There are lots of different dog sounds our pups use to express how they feel, and some breeds vocalize differently. Sometimes, owners […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/advice/canine-communication-deciphering-different-dog-sounds/
| December 19, 2019
Clubs & Delegates
Federal Issues June 2023
AKC Government Relations continues to monitor Congress for issues of interest to dog owners. 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 federal level include: U.S. Congress – HR […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/federal-issues-june-2023/
| June 22, 2023
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Expert Advice: Why does my dog...
How To Read Dog Body Language
Dog body language involves a series of unique methods for communicating emotions and intentions. It can be quite different from how humans communicate with one another. A lot of canine communication consists of barks, whines, and growls, so it's important to know what dog sounds mean. More often, though, dogs rely on nonverbal body language. That […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/advice/how-to-read-dog-body-language/
| January 27, 2020
Press Releases
AKC GOODDOG HELPLINE CELEBRATES 10TH ANNIVERSARY
The American Kennel Club (AKC®), a not-for-profit organization, the world’s largest purebred dog registry and leading advocate for dogs, is proud to announce that this year marks AKC GoodDog Helpline’s 10th anniversary. Created with responsible ownership in mind, AKC GoodDog Helpline is a live telephone service that offers individualized training advice for all owners and […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-gooddog-helpline-celebrates-10th-anniversary/
| June 22, 2023
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeding
AKC Breeder Spotlight: William Buell III of Sitze-Gou Chow Chows
AKC Breeder of Merit William Buell, III grew up in Western North Carolina. His mother and her mother always had a Chow Chow. Bill has, since he can remember, almost always had a Chow Chow in the home. When he was young, he had two that would find, hold point and flush grouse. Although he […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/akc-breeder-spotlight-william-buell-iii-sitze-gou-chow-chows/
| June 20, 2023
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Expert Advice: Studies
How Lost Dogs Find Their Way Home
Every dog lover has heard a variation of the miraculous lost dog story. The pup who slipped her leash and beat her owners home. The dog who ran all the way home across town from the sitter's place. The rascal who disappeared into thin air, then showed up two weeks later with a stench, an […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/how-lost-dogs-find-their-way-home/
| October 13, 2020
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Expert Advice: Lifestyle
Know the True Cost of Owning a Dog
Dogs provide immeasurable benefits to their owners' lives including companionship, stress reduction, unconditional love, and more. It's impossible to put a price on all your dog does for you. But you can put a price on what it costs you to own them. And it may be far higher than you expect. In fact, many […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/know-true-cost-owning-dog/
| September 9, 2021
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Expert Advice: Common Conditions
Leptospirosis Outbreak in Dogs: What to Know
New York City has dealt with an outbreak of a rare, sometimes fatal disease spread by rat urine known as Leptospirosis. Many dog owners are wondering: does leptospirosis affect dogs? Can dogs get leptospirosis? Here's everything you need to know. Leptospirosis is a disease that affects dogs, as well as many other kinds of animals. […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/what-is-leptospirosis-can-dogs-get-leptospirosis/
| January 20, 2022
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Expert Advice: Travel & Adventure
How to Stand-Up Paddle Board With Your Dog
Stand-up paddle boarding (SUP) is a popular summer activity that you can actually do with your dog. It combines surfing and paddling into a full-body workout. With some patience and the right equipment, you can teach your dog to ride on the board while you push merrily along. Here's what you need to know before […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/travel/paddle-board-with-dog/
| June 2, 2022