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Expert Advice: Names
Best Food Names for Dogs That Are Hilariously Delicious
We take name inspiration from all of our favorite things in life. Our favorite places, flowers, family members, movies—so when it comes to naming a new puppy, why not take a cue from some of our most-loved foods too? Whether you prefer sweet, salty, or savory, we have all kinds of food names for dogs. As […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/best-food-names-for-dogs/
| May 19, 2022
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Expert Advice: Breeding Tips & Best Practices
AKC Breeder Toolkit – More Features to Make Breeders’ Jobs Easier
As part of the American Kennel Club’s continual efforts to provide our valuable breeders with the best services for managing their business, the AKC created the Breeder Toolkit. Since initial release in mid-2020, the platform has been expanded to be more user friendly and include additional features. Litter and Dog Management, Breeding Records, Online Reports, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/akc-breeder-toolkit-features-make-breeders-jobs-easier/
| May 17, 2022
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Expert Advice: Health
Can Dogs Have Panic Attacks?
If you've ever experienced a panic attack yourself, you know that the effects can be debilitating and scary at the moment—and can even be traumatizing long term. This severe anxiety episode can present itself as cardiac arrest in humans—and do our pets feel that sense of panic the same way that we do? Erin Askeland, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/can-dogs-have-panic-attacks/
| May 16, 2022
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Expert Advice: Fitness & Exercise
How Often Should You Walk Your Dog?
Like people, dogs need daily movement to feel their best. Dogs need exercise to maintain muscle tone as well as an appropriate weight for their age and breed. But walking your dog isn't about physical activity alone. Walks provide mental stimulation, helping your dog build confidence and avoid potential behavioral issues like anxiety and aggression. How […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/how-often-should-you-walk-your-dog/
| May 13, 2022
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Expert Advice: News
Does Dog Breed Affect Behavior? In a Word, Yes.
A combination of breed and socialization will help determine how your dog will behave. Here's why breed matters when selecting a pet.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/does-dog-breed-affect-behavior/
| May 12, 2022
Legislative Alerts
Bills Limiting Pet Choice, Breed Rescue Continue to Advance – Call the Assembly Today!
This week, both the New York Senate and Assembly advanced bills that would prohibit retail pet stores from selling any dogs or cats. Instead, these stores would only be allowed to “showcase” animals available for adoption from a shelter, rescue, or adoption agency that has no affiliation with breeders. Senate Bill 1130 passed the Senate […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/bills-limiting-pet-choice-breed-rescue-continue-advance-call-assembly-today/
| May 12, 2022
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Allan Unleashed: Loosening the Ties that Bind
Recently at a show, I chatted with an exhibitor who was new to the sport. She had done a lovely job of grooming and showing her very promising puppy, a European import. Since she seemed really determined to learn all she could about showing her breed successfully, I couldn’t resist asking why she had felt […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/allan-unleashed-loosening-the-ties-that-bind/
| May 12, 2022
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| May 6, 2022
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Expert Advice: AKC Family Dog
Dachshunds Become Unlikely Cadaver Dogs
Sue Stejskal was inching along on her belly in a dark crawl space that may have once held the corpse of a murder victim. A headlamp was all she had for light. She was in that tight spot because of Chili Dawg, a sweet 8-pound Dachshund with wiry hair the color of a caramel milkshake. […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/family-dog/dachshund-becomes-cadaver-dog/
| May 5, 2022
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Expert Advice: Home & Living
Why Is Dog Pee Killing Your Grass — And How to Stop It
Unfortunately, dog pee can kill grass, leaving brown and yellow spots on your lawn. Here's why and how to prevent and fix it.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/home-living/dog-pee-killing-grass/
| May 5, 2022