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Expert Advice: Puppy Training
How To Teach a Puppy To Walk on a Leash
Want to teach your dog to walk on a leash without pulling? Here's a step-by-step guide on leash training for both dogs and puppies.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/teach-puppy-walk-leash/
| August 30, 2019
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Expert Advice: Puppy Health
Puppy Senses: How Your Puppy Sees, Hears, and Smells the World
Puppies' eyes open at 14-21 days old, but their sight is still limited Hearing is the last sense that puppies fully develop — they can't hear until about three weeks old Puppies navigate by smell from the moment they are born — it is their strongest sense Puppies come tumbling into our lives full of […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/puppy-senses/
| August 28, 2019
Clubs & Delegates
Local Issues August 2019
Local/Other: Issues at the City, County, and Metropolitan Levels, and in U.S. Territories The AKC Government Relations Department is pleased to assist dog owners with canine legislation issues in their local communities, but we can't help unless we are aware of the proposal. Please contact us at (919) 816-3720 or doglaw@akc.org when new laws are discussed or […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/local-issues-august-2019/
| August 27, 2019
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Expert Advice: Lifestyle
Back-to-School Shopping for Dog-Lovers
Love dogs? Love stocking up on back-to-school essentials? Then this is the shopping list for you. From lunch bags and backpacks to pens and pencils, here are some of our favorite supplies perfect for letting your — or your child's — pet-loving personality shine. 1. “Best in Show” Pencils for Dog-Lovers U.S. Toy Dog Pencils […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/back-to-school-shopping-for-dog-lovers/
| August 23, 2019
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Expert Advice: Vet's Corner
The Dos and Don’ts of Home Dog Grooming and Hygiene
While good hygiene habits are essential for a healthy dog, unlike humans, most dogs do not require daily hygiene and grooming habits. What is required, and how often, depends on the breed. The Afghan Hound, Poodle, and Komondor — just to name a few — require regular grooming (but are certainly worth the effort), whereas […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/vets-corner/dog-grooming-at-home/
| August 17, 2019
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Rocco and Rider Become the First AKC Scent Work Detectives — On the Same Day
The pathway to becoming a full-fledged detective has had its challenges for Rocco and Rider but it has never been a mystery to either, or their Midwest owner/handlers. The AKC Scent Work® Detective title, considered the pinnacle of success in the popular sport, went unclaimed since its inception on Oct. 1, 2017, until July 14 […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/rocco-rider-become-first-akc-scent-work-detectives/
| August 15, 2019
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Expert Advice: Events
How to Watch: 2019 Greeley Kennel Club Dog Show
The 2019 Greeley Kennel Club Dog Show takes place August 17-19 at Island Grove Regional Park in Greeley, Colorado. Want to watch or stream? Here’s everything you need to know about how to watch the Greeley Kennel Club Dog Show. Greeley Kennel Club Dog Show - What to Expect This year's event includes the National Owner-Handled […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/watch-2019-greeley-kennel-club-dog-show/
| August 14, 2019
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American Kennel Club Above and Beyond
What sets the AKC apart from other dog registries? Plenty! Is a not-for-profit organization. Is the largest purebred dog registry in the world. Is the sports-governing body for over 22,000 dog events per year including conformation, agility, obedience, rally, tracking, lure coursing, earthdog, herding, field trial, hunt test, and coonhound events. There are 5,000 clubs […]
https://www.akc.org/press-center/articles-resources/facts-and-stats/akc-above-beyond/
| August 12, 2019
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Join the AKC Puppy Pack and Spread the Word on Purebred Dog Ownership
The AKC Puppy Pack tells the story of our puppies’ lives through engaging, educational and of course cute photos and videos on Instagram. This program covers the first year of 7 puppies’ lives as they attend veterinarian visits, participate in training, sports & events, and the day-to-day trials, tribulations and joys of raising a puppy. […]
https://www.akc.org/press-center/articles-resources/facts-and-stats/join-akc-puppy-pack-purebred-dog-ownership/
| August 12, 2019
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Cats and Dogs Together
Can They Really Get Along? The AKC Offers Tips to Cat Owners On Introducing a Dog to Your Home The age-old phrase “fighting like cats and dogs” does not have to be the case. Despite popular belief, canines and felines can, in fact, live together in harmony. If you’re a cat owner looking to add […]
https://www.akc.org/press-center/articles-resources/facts-and-stats/cats-dogs-together/
| August 12, 2019