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Expert Advice: Common Conditions
Fever in Dogs: Signs, Symptoms, Treatments
How do you know if your dog has a fever? Here's how to diagnose fever in dogs and how you can help with your dog's fever symptoms.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/dog-fever-and-temperature/
| December 26, 2021
Expert Advice: Nutrition
Can Dogs Eat Sweet Potatoes?
Update: Recent research has suggested that sweet potatoes, while not poisonous, may not be appropriate for a dog's diet. From the UC Davis School of Medicine: "The U.S. Food and Drug Administration recently issued an alert about reports of canine dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) in dogs eating certain pet foods containing peas, lentils, other legume seeds, or potatoes as […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/nutrition/can-dogs-eat-sweet-potatoes/
| November 17, 2021
Expert Advice: Common Conditions
When Should I Call the Vet?
Your dog is an important member of your family but unlike human family members, a dog cannot complain if they are in pain or feeling under the weather. Learn the warning signs that mean you should take your dog to the vet.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/should-i-call-my-dogs-vet/
| May 24, 2021
Expert Advice: Puppy Training
A Puppy Growth Timeline: Transitions in Puppyhood
Puppyhood is mysterious, exciting, challenging, curious, and full of transitions. Puppies are busy developing physical, cognitive, and social skills, which follow a very general timeline. If this sounds familiar, it’s not so different from the timelines and transitions we recognize in human babies and toddlers. And, as with children, understanding what happens and when helps […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/puppy-growth-timeline-transitions-puppyhood/
| March 30, 2021
Expert Advice: Common Behavior Issues
Why Does My Puppy Growl at Strangers?
Dogs growl to indicate they're unhappy, uncomfortable, or even fearful about a particular situation. Here's why your puppy may be growling at strangers.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/why-does-my-puppy-growl-at-strangers/
| January 19, 2021
Expert Advice: Puppy Training
Why Does My Puppy Refuse to Go on Walks?
Does your puppy refuse to go on walks? Here's how to leash-train your puppy and get them interested in walking.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/puppy-refuse-go-on-walks/
| September 29, 2020
Expert Advice: Alternative Medicine
Canine Rehabilitation Therapy: What to Know
Canine physical therapy, known as canine rehabilitation therapy, is a growing field of alternative veterinary treatment that can be beneficial for dogs.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/canine-rehabilitation-therapy/
| May 6, 2020
Expert Advice: Health
Valvular Disease in Small-Breed Dogs
Heart failure, often brought on by valvular disease, is one of the most common causes of death amongst small breeds like the Chihuahua, Maltese, and others as they approach their twilight years. Here's what you need to know about this disease and what you can do if you receive a diagnosis for your dog. What […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/valvular-disease-in-small-breed-dogs/
| January 23, 2020
Expert Advice: Home & Living
10 Ways to Go Green With Your Dog
Do you follow the three “R’s” of environmental responsibility: Reduce, reuse, and recycle? As a dog owner, there are lots of ways to go green. You can start with the basics, like picking up poop, and even change the way you care for your dog by choosing environmentally friendly products. You and your eco-friendly dog […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/home-living/10-ways-to-go-green-with-your-dog/
| April 21, 2019
Expert Advice: Dog Breeding
Microchips: A Win-Win-Win for Puppy, Buyer, and Breeder
A microchip is universally helpful for puppy, pet owner, and you, the breeder. For the Puppy The immediate importance of pet identification (ID) is often overlooked. This is because pet owners know they will be keeping a watchful eye on their newest family member for successful house-training and to make sure the puppy does not […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/microchips-puppy-buyer-breeder/
| July 13, 2018