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Expert Advice: Dog Breeding
Mastitis in Nursing Mother Dogs
Mastitis in dogs is not as common as in other species, such as cattle, but if left unchecked, the condition can lead to life-threatening consequences. To ensure the health of nursing dogs, breeders should be aware of the signs and management options. Karen Von Dollen, DVM, of NC State College of Veterinary Medicine offers suggestions […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/mastitis-in-nursing-mother-dogs/
| March 16, 2022
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Expert Advice: Breeding Tips & Best Practices
CHIC Number Now Displayed on AKC Documents
Breeders and puppy buyers are rightly concerned about the future health of their dogs, and since 1966 the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals has worked to provide a means for breeders to improve their lines and to record health information about the dogs they breed. It began with efforts to limit hip dysplasia in a few […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/chic-number-now-displayed-akc-documents/
| March 16, 2022
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
The Bon Vivant: How the French Bulldog Became the Most Popular Dog in the U.S.
It was the last blast of summer sunset gathering of the French Bulldog NYC Meetup group. Sophie, 5 months old, was determined to make the most of it. First, there was some serious rough-and-tumble with her pal, a Bernese Mountain Dog who was born just one day after Sophie in April. Then she was off, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/french-bulldog-became-popular-dog/
| March 16, 2022
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Why Labs Are One of America’s Most Popular Dogs
Longtime devotees say the Lab’s full toolbox of attractions offers up something for everyone, first of all, versatility and temperament.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/why-labradors-popular/
| March 15, 2022
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Most Popular Dog Breeds of 2021
It goes without saying that in your house, your dog is the most popular. But what do the statistics say? The American Kennel Club has used registration data to compile the list of 2021’s most popular breeds. As always, the Labrador Retriever tops the list — this time for the 31st year! The Lab's temperament […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/most-popular-dog-breeds-of-2021/
| March 15, 2022
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AKC Detection Dog News & Updates
Articles February 2024 – AKC Detection Dog Task Force Hosts Webinar Discussing Canine Nutrition and Working Dogs (Blog and link to recording) December 2023 – Different Roads Can Lead to Success: How One Litter Is Taking Many Different Paths to Certification December 2023 – AKC Takes Patriotic Puppy Program to The West Coast October 2023 – AKC Detection Dog Task Force Hosts Webinar: “Ways […]
https://www.akc.org/akc-detection-dog-task-force/news-updates/
| March 11, 2022
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Expert Advice: Grooming
How to Choose the Right Dog Brushes
Choosing dog brushes can be challenging. Here's what you need to know to select the right dog brush for your pet.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/types-dog-brushes-shedding/
| March 11, 2022
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Expert Advice: Feature
Awe-inspiring Avalanche Dogs: Search and Rescue in the Snow
When Scout the Labrador Retriever was a puppy, she loved her wool blanket toy. Her owner, Bill Vore, would drag it around as she chased it. Then they would play hide-and-seek with it out in the snow. Sounds like a devoted owner having fun with his pup, but it was far more than that. Vore […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/awe-inspiring-avalanche-dogs-search-and-rescue-in-the-snow/
| March 9, 2022
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Expert Advice: Why does my dog...
Why Does My Dog Eat Grass?
Wondering why your dog is chewing on weeds and grass on your walks? Here's a few of the reasons why dogs may chew on grass.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/advice/why-does-my-dog-eat-grass/
| March 8, 2022
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Expert Advice: Breed History
Samoyed History: Arctic Working Sled Dogs
January 1952: The luxury passenger train City of San Francisco labored through deep snows and the winds of a fierce blizzard in the Sierra Mountains. With a final clatter, the train ground to a halt, snowbound with 226 passengers onboard—trapped in the infamous Donner Pass. Desperate to clear the tracks, Southern Pacific tried everything— and […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/samoyed-history-arctic-working-sled-dogs/
| March 7, 2022