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Expert Advice: Puppy Training
New Dog Owners Must Avoid Mistakes in Puppy Rearing
A Few Puppy Don’tsHaving a new puppy is a lot like parenting. We need to find the line between being overprotective and providing the puppy with a safe environment to let his personality develop. A few of the don’ts about puppy rearing: Puppies love to play, but don’t get too rough. Be careful playing games […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/dog-owners-puppy-rearing1/
| May 12, 2015
Canine Partners
Junior Handler & Rescue Dog Rally To Success
Seventeen-year-old Linnea Corlette and her All-American Dog, Reece, won first place in the Rally Advanced class with a nearly perfect score of 99 at the AKC Juniors Classic. The annual national competition spotlights junior handlers working with their dogs in Obedience and Rally. The event was held in December in Orlando, FL, in conjunction with […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/junior-handler-rescue-dog-rally-to-success/
| May 8, 2015
Expert Advice: Basic Training
Have Fun Teaching Your Dog Fun Tricks
Five Fun Tricks You’ll Want to Show Off In just a few easy lessons, your dog can learn to be the life of the party. This manual covers “Sit Up,” “Speak,” and other crowd-pleasing tricks that never fail to delight. But trick training isn’t just for laughs. It’s a great way to spend quality time with […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/teaching-dog-fun-tricks-training/
| May 8, 2015
Expert Advice: Lifestyle
Puppy Pointers: Tips for Selecting a Dog
The decision to bring a puppy into your life should be made only after the careful consideration of many factors. But that decision is just the beginning. Now comes the process of finding him. It can be joyous, nerve-wracking, time-consuming, and exhilarating. It can also be a little overwhelming. We’re here to walk you through […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/puppy-tips-selecting-canine-companion/
| May 8, 2015
Expert Advice: Basic Training
Treats: The Rewards of Dog Training
Training with Treats Just about any dog can learn such basic commands as sit, come, and heel. Some can add a few others to their repertoire. Still others may be able to master surprisingly complex tricks. No matter what level of skill you’re aiming for, training your dog simply requires an investment of time, patience and, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/treats-rewards-dog-training-commands-obedience/
| May 8, 2015
Expert Advice: Basic Training
How to Pick Up on Your Dog’s Body Language
Canine Body Language: Your dog is trying to tell you something You probably talk to your dog. He doesn’t reply. Or so you think. Dogs are actually very talented at communicating their wants and needs, their happiness and fear, and quite effectively, their warning signals. Dogs convey their messages primarily through body language (though barks, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/dogs-body-language-communication/
| May 8, 2015
Expert Advice: Basic Training
Crate Training: A Housebreaking Tool for You, a Secure Place for Your Dog
Nope, crate training isn’t cruel. Dogs actually prefer to have a “den-like” space to themselves, just like their ancestors did. Crates mimic the close quarters of a wolf’s den, so think of it as a place where she can be at ease. And as the pros will tell you, it also simplifies housebreaking. That said, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/crate-training-housebreaking-tool-secure-den/
| May 8, 2015
Canine Partners
Rescue Dog Gains Fame for Surfing Sizzle
Photo by Michael Blake Southern Californian Michael Uy lives for the outdoors and luckily his canine companion keeps up with him. Abbie holds her own with Uy whether jogging, mountain biking, hiking or even paragliding. One of their favorite stops is the local dog beach where they both like to swim in the ocean. During […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/rescue-dog-gains-fame-for-surfing-sizzle/
| May 4, 2015
Canine Partners
Meet a Junior Handler & Her Rescue Dog
Melanie Woods and her mother Colleen Woods of Sewickley, PA, rescued Luci, who is now a multi-dog sports titled competitor through AKC Canine Partners. Both Melanie, a junior handler, and her mother show Luci in AKC Agility, Obedience, Rally and Coursing Ability. Luci also competes in Barn Hunt through the Barn Hunt Association (BHA); the […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/meet-a-junior-handler-her-rescue-dog/
| April 29, 2015
Canine Partners
From Alley to Rally – Success Story of a Little Street Dog
This story originally appeared in the summer 2012 issue of the AKC Canine Partners News and later was reprinted in a 2013 issue of AKC Family Dog magazine. The story won first place in the 2013 Dog Writers Association of America writing competition in the category of “Magazine Feature Article with the topic of Rescue.”Since […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/from-alley-to-rally-success-story-of-a-little-street-dog/
| April 29, 2015