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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Meet the Winners of the 2024 Disc Dog Challenge
Dogs that catch discs aren't just here for the fun, they're serious dog athletes! Also known as UpDog, Disc Dog is an exciting, fast-paced, fun sport...
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/2024-disc-dog-challenge-winners/
| June 17, 2024
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Expert Advice: Studies
New Study Updates Spay-Neuter Timeline Guidance for Popular Dog Breeds
New research has redefined the best age to spay/neuter five large dog breeds. Delaying the procedure can prevent joint disorders and certain cancers.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/study-updates-spay-neuter-guidelines/
| June 11, 2024
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Expert Advice: Dog Athletes
Heart Dog ‘Stardust’ Competes in AKC Disc Dog Challenge
Border Collie "Stardust" is a fierce freestyle, agility, and disc competitor at dog sporting events. But above all else, she's her hander's "heart dog."
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/disc-dog-challenge-stardust/
| June 7, 2024
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Expert Advice: Feature
Leonberger ‘Cru’ Radiates Joy in Conformation Shows and Therapy Visits
Leonberger 'Cru' isn't just a fabulous therapy dog. He's also a conformation competitor, and recently competed at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/leonberger-cru/
| June 7, 2024
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Expert Advice: Alternative Medicine
Medicinal Mushrooms for Dogs: Uses, Side Effects, and Alternatives
You may have considered mushrooms' health benefits for humans, but what about the potential benefits of medicinal mushrooms for dogs?
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/medicinal-mushrooms-for-dogs/
| June 6, 2024
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Expert Advice: Training
Dogs May Understand the Meaning of Words
Do dogs understand the meaning of words? Recent research on dog cognition has shed light on what dogs comprehend about human language including their understanding of words used as object labels.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/dogs-may-understand-the-meaning-of-words/
| June 6, 2024
Press Releases
AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB ANNOUNCES PERFORMANCE EVENTS JUNIOR SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS
The American Kennel Club (AKC®), a not-for-profit organization, the world’s largest purebred dog registry and leading advocate for dogs, is pleased to announce the recipients of the Junior Scholarships awarded to those who compete in Performance Events. Scholarships totaling $10,000 were awarded to the following recipients. “These Juniors have shown excellent dedication to their education […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/american-kennel-club-announces-performance-events-junior-scholarship-recipients/
| June 5, 2024
Press Releases
2024 NATIONAL OWNER-HANDLED SERIES FINALS & NATIONAL ALL-BREED PUPPY & JUNIOR STAKES JUDGING PANELS NOW AVAILABLE
The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) is pleased to announce the judging panels for the 2024 National Owner-Handled Series (NOHS) Finals and the AKC Royal Canin National All-Breed Puppy and Junior Stakes to be held at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida in conjunction with the AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin. The […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/2024-national-owner-handled-series-finals-national-breed-puppy-junior-stakes-judging-panels-now-available/
| May 31, 2024
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Expert Advice: Studies
How Cognitive Traits Vary Breed by Breed
When an Rat Terrier stands next to a Newfoundland, the physical differences in the breeds are obvious. But what about their cognitive differences?
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/cognitive-traits-vary-by-breed/
| May 29, 2024
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Expert Advice: General Health
NSAIDs for Dogs: Uses, Side Effects, and Alternatives
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) aim to reduce pain and inflammation in dogs struggling with chronic conditions and acute injuries.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/nsaids-for-dogs/
| May 23, 2024