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Expert Advice: Breeding Tips & Best Practices
Puppy Socialization — Preparing 6-to-8 Week Old Puppies for New Homes
A few short weeks ago, it felt like you had all the time in the world with your new litter, but now it’s nearly time for your puppies to go home with their forever families. The 6-to-8-week period is especially critical for meeting as many people as possible and experiencing as many stimuli as […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/puppy-socialization-preparing-6-8-week-new-homes/
| September 14, 2017
![Four Saint Bernards running in the snow](https://www.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2009/01/Saint-Bernards-in-Snow-400x267.jpg)
Expert Advice: Conformation
Looking Over the Gait: The Basics of Canine Movement
Movement involves every part of a dog’s construction, and because no two breeds move exactly alike, the study of movement can be a life’s work. Expert breeders and anatomists have written shelves full of books on the subject, and gifted photographers and filmmakers have documented canine locomotion in minute detail. Here, then, are just a […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/looking-over-the-gait/
| August 23, 2017
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Expert Advice: Travel & Adventure
How to Keep Your Dog Safe During a Solar Eclipse
A solar eclipse is a once-in-a-lifetime event! With such an occasion, you might wonder how your dog is going to react, or if it could cause them stress.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/travel/how-to-keep-dog-safe-during-eclipse/
| August 21, 2017
![chihuahua puppy in the hands of a girl with a nice manicure.](https://www.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Chihuahua-sleeping-in-the-arms-of-a-woman-400x267.jpeg)
Expert Advice: Can my dog...
Should I Let My Dog Sleep With Me?
Do you let your dog sleep in your bed with you at night? Research has shown that slightly less than one-half of all pet owners share their bed or bedroom with their pet. Even so, you have likely been told by at least one well-meaning person that your dog should sleep on the floor, in […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/advice/should-my-dog-sleep-with-me/
| July 24, 2017
![Yellow Labrador Retriever getting a shot at the vet.](https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn-origin-etr.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/01152806/Labrador-Retriever-getting-a-shot-at-the-vet-400x267.jpg)
Expert Advice: General Health
Bordetella Vaccine for Dogs: What to Know
One important way to keep your dog healthy is to get regular vaccinations. The Bordetella vaccine, in particular, is key to preventing kennel cough.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/bordetella-vaccine-dogs/
| July 6, 2017
![Cavalier King Charles Spaniel lying down](https://www.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Cavalier-King-Charles-Lying-Down-400x267.jpg)
Expert Advice: Comfort & Sleep
The Best Dog Breeds for Apartment Living
If your apartment seems to be missing something — such as an adorable furry friend to meet you at the door at night — then maybe a dog is in your future. But is your home truly worthy of a pooch? If your quarters are tight and you lack a yard where your canine could […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/home-living/best-dog-breeds-for-apartments/
| July 5, 2017
Expert Advice: Feature
Service Dogs for Heroes: Providing the Perfect Partners for Veterans
Veterans undoubtedly are heroes who selflessly serve our country, but many people don’t realize what these brave men and women go through when their duty concludes. Many return home suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder and struggle to ease back into a “normal" day-to-day routine, even with their friends and family. This can become even […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/service-dogs-for-heroes-providing-the-perfect-partners-for-veterans/
| May 30, 2017
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Best Dog Breed For Families With Kids
ASK AKC Dear AKC: Our family is searching for the right breed of dog for our family. We have two sons at home, 12 and 13 years old, and are looking for a small family pet of 35 lb. or less in weight fully grown. Any advice you can give would be appreciated. -- Looking […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/best-dog-breed-for-families/
| May 17, 2017
Expert Advice: Weight Management
Breed Weight Chart
Breed Weight Male Weight Female Affenpinschers 7-10 pounds 7-10 pounds Afghan Hounds 50-60 pounds 50-60 pounds Airedale Terriers 50-70 pounds 50-70 pounds Akitas 100-130 pounds 70-100 pounds Alaskan Malamutes 85 pounds 75 pounds American English Coonhounds 45-65 pounds 45-65 pounds American Eskimo Dogs 6-10 pounds (toy), 10-20 pounds (miniature), 25-35 pounds (standard) 6-10 pounds (toy), […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/nutrition/breed-weight-chart/
| May 11, 2017
Expert Advice: Breeding Tips & Best Practices
Dog Breeding for the Love and Fun of It
We hear a lot about the responsibility of the breeder. By breeder, I do not mean those who breed for puppies they can sell quickly; rather, I mean those seriously and carefully breeding dogs of good quality -- people committed to the betterment of the breed. The first responsibility the breeder has is to himself: […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/love-fun-for-dog-breeding/
| May 8, 2017