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Expert Advice: Basic Training
How to Teach Your Dog Emotional Self-Control
Emotional self-control, also known as impulse control, is something most dogs need to be taught. Here's how to teach your dog self-control.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/teaching-your-dog-self-control/
| November 19, 2020
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Expert Advice: Lifestyle
25 Adorable Photos of Dogs in Halloween Costumes
Halloween this year may look a little different, but that doesn't have to mean any less fun! It's the perfect time to show off your dog’s adorable looks, and many dog owners choose to dress their dog up for the holiday. Before dressing up your dog in any Halloween costume, keep these dog costume guidelines in mind […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/adorable-photos-dogs-halloween-costumes/
| October 29, 2020
Press Releases
American Kennel Club Announces Winner of the Third ‘AKC Virtual Top Dog Challenge’
West Highland White Terrier takes ‘Best in Show’ The American Kennel Club is happy to announce the winner of the third AKC Virtual Top Dog Challenge. The event garnered 217 entries. CH Wildwoods I Can't Drive 55 RI CGCA TKP a West Highland White Terrier known as “Hemi,” was awarded Best in Show by AKC […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/american-kennel-club-announces-winner-third-akc-virtual-top-dog-challenge/
| October 29, 2020
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Expert Advice: Lifestyle
10 Science-Based Benefits of Having a Dog
The benefits of having a dog are rooted in scientific facts. Learn about how dog ownership can benefit your health and social life.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/10-science-based-benefits-dog/
| October 20, 2020
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Berger Picard History: From the Big Screen to a Beloved Breed
The Berger Picard hit the big screen in "Because of Winn-Dixie" but this French herding dog's history goes back way further.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/berger-picard-history/
| September 24, 2020
Press Releases
American Kennel Club Announces Winner of the Second ‘AKC Virtual Top Dog Challenge’
Puli Takes 'Best in Show' The American Kennel Club is happy to announce the winner of the second AKC Virtual Top Dog Challenge. The event garnered 400 entries. GCHB CH Cordmaker Boys Will Be Boys PT NAP NJP, a Puli known as “Archie,” was awarded Best in Show by AKC Judge Dr. Donald Sturz, Jr. of New […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/american-kennel-club-announces-winner-second-akc-virtual-top-dog-challenge/
| August 27, 2020
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The Jackson Laboratory Studies: Then and Now
The earliest scientific review of canine development using assessment tools was the work done in Bar Harbor, Maine at the Jackson Laboratory. This seminal work has undoubtedly been the foundation of much of our knowledge of canine behavior. However, the research was not meant to lay down universal laws of canine behavior and development, it […]
https://www.akc.org/akc-detection-dog-task-force/akc-pilot-detection-puppy-rearing-program/blogs/training-science/jackson-laboratory-studies-now/
| August 15, 2020
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The Jackson Laboratory Studies: Then and Now
The earliest scientific review of canine development using assessment tools was the work done in Bar Harbor, Maine at the Jackson Laboratory. This seminal work has undoubtedly been the foundation of much of our knowledge of canine behavior. However, the research was not meant to lay down universal laws of canine behavior and development, it […]
https://www.akc.org/akc-detection-dog-task-force/akc-pilot-detection-puppy-rearing-program/blogs/history/jackson-laboratory-studies-now/
| August 14, 2020
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Rescue Network E Breeds
English Cocker Spaniel Learn about English Cocker Spaniels [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Rescue Organizations"] English Cocker Spaniel Club of America Karen Kirby, 317-339-1546 [/accordion_panel] [/accordion] English Foxhound Learn about English Foxhounds [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Rescue Organizations"] Carolina Coonhound Rescue [/accordion_panel] [/accordion] English Setter Learn about English Setters [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Rescue Organizations"] ESAA Rescue Trust Maryl Aldrich, Trustee, esaarttrustee.maryl@yahoo.com Another […]
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| July 13, 2020
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Rescue Network C Breeds
Cairn Terrier Learn about Cairn Terriers [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Rescue Organizations"] Cairn Terrier Club of America Patricia Gould, 9510 190th Place SW Edmonds, WA 98020; 406-459-8290; CairnPup@gmail.com Col. Potter Cairn Rescue Network [/accordion_panel] [/accordion] Canaan Dog Learn about Canaan Dogs [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Rescue Organizations"] Canaan Dog Rescue Network, Inc. [/accordion_panel] [/accordion] Cane Corso Learn about Cani Corso [accordion] […]
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| July 13, 2020