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Junior Report: Abbey Engler
My name is Abbey Engler from New Palestine, IN and I am 11 years old. My adventure into AKC sports and events began when I was nine years old, and I received an early Christmas gift; a small, rescued puppy born under a dumpster in Tennessee. My dog Gracie Lou is mix of a Catahoula […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/juniors/junior-resources/junior-spotlight/junior-report-abbey-engler/
| May 5, 2022
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Expert Advice: Breeding & Whelping
What’s in Your Whelping Kit?
You can never have enough of them… puppy pads! The Retriever Extra Large Puppy Training Pads are perfect to line your whelping box. These pads are disposable which makes them great for the whelpling process itself. Layer several Extra-Large Retriever Puppy Training Pads in your whelping box and simply remove soiled pads as your bitch […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/whats-whelping-kit-2/
| May 4, 2022
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Expert Advice: Lifestyle
Should I Get A Dog? How to Know If You’re Ready
You say you want a dog every time you see a friendly Golden Retriever on the street. But are you actually prepared to bring one into your home? As much as we love the idea of having a canine companion to love unconditionally, being a responsible dog owner is a lot of work. Before getting […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/should-i-get-a-dog/
| May 3, 2022
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Expert Advice: Common Conditions
Hip Dysplasia in Dogs: Signs, Symptoms, Treatment
Hip dysplasia is a common condition in dogs. Learn what to know about hip dysplasia including symptoms, treatment options, and preventative measures.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/hip-dysplasia-in-dogs/
| May 3, 2022
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AKC Detection Dog Webinars
[accordion] [accordion_panel title="2024"] AKC Detection Dog Task Force Hosts Webinar Discussing Canine Nutrition and Working Dogs February 22, 2024 Nutrition is a critical part of caring for a working dog. Not just to ensure the dog’s health, but also to help the dog perform its jobs at the optimum level. Yesterday, the AKC Detection Dog […]
https://www.akc.org/akc-detection-dog-task-force/webinars/
| May 2, 2022
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Expert Advice: Breed History
Vizsla History: The Swift Hungarian Hunting Dog
The e-mail was brief but ebullient: Bud: Friday at 11 a.m. is fine! Have a terrific day! - Jack It was Jack Sharkey’s response to my request for an interview. The Vizsla Club of America’s Dr. Sylvia Kerr, a noted breeder-judge and my club contact for this story, said if I was going to write […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/vizsla-history-swift-hungarian-hunting-dog/
| May 2, 2022
Press Releases
AKC Opinion on AAAS Breed Behavior Study
The American Kennel Club is in full support of research that assists us in gaining greater knowledge of our canine companions. We agree with the data in the AAAS study but differ in their interpretation and conclusions. The study focused on “newer” breeds that were developed over the past 100 years (i.e., different sight hound […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-opinion-aaas-breed-behavior-study/
| April 29, 2022
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Expert Advice: Health
How to Express Dog Anal Glands At Home
Have you ever witnessed your dog scooting around on the floor? It, unfortunately, might mean your dog needs their anal glands expressed (a.k.a releasing a buildup of smelly fluid). Manually expressing your dog's anal glands can help relieve discomfort that dogs experience when they are full and can prevent any infections from developing. Expressing anal […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/how-to-express-dog-anal-glands/
| April 28, 2022
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Expert Advice: Training
Cues to Teach Your Dog to Avoid Approaching Dogs
Picture this: You're walking your dog and suddenly, another dog is rushing towards you—something your dog is not prepared for. Dogs don't always need to greet other dogs when out on walks, and encouraging on-leash greetings aren't natural for dogs and could lead to or exacerbate reactivity. Even if your dog is friendly with other dogs, that […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/teach-your-dog-to-avoid-approaching-dogs/
| April 25, 2022
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Expert Advice: Juniors
10-Year-Old Addie Weger Follows Dream of Showing Swedish Vallhunds
At only 10 years old, Addie Weger from Cameron, North Carolina is already a breeder, owner, and handler. Weger, who shows two Swedish Vallhunds – CH Hightower Au Reult Alva Elora “Eevee'' and Au Reult SD Maplewoof Master of Disaster “Valkyrie” – inspires other junior handlers to get involved and stay involved in dog sports […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/addie-weger-junior-handler-vallhunds/
| April 25, 2022