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Expert Advice: Breeding & Whelping
No Puppies? A Look at Causes of Infertility in Female Dogs
By Erin Rakosky DVM & Paisley Lunchick RVT KPA-CTP You have the right sire selected for your special female and a list of potential puppy buyers, eager for their new family member. But a few weeks after breeding, you get the disappointing news that your bitch is not pregnant. There are several reasons a breeding may not result in […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/no-puppies-look-causes-infertility-female-dogs/
| June 8, 2019
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Rescued Afghan Hound Earns Utility Dog Title
When you think about breeds competing in Obedience and earning a Utility Dog (UD) title, an Afghan Hound probably isn't the first breed that comes to mind. Count on Golden Retrievers, Shetland Sheepdogs, Border Collies, Labrador Retrievers, and German Shepherd Dogs to lead the pack of breeds who achieve UDs in obedience. But Hope, a blue and white […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/rescued-afghan-hound-earns-utility-dog-title/
| June 7, 2019
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Expert Advice: Health
Sticks and Stones: Can They Hurt Dogs?
Can dogs eat sticks safely? What about stones? Here's why both sticks and stones aren't good options for your pet to gnaw on.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/can-dogs-eat-sticks-and-stones/
| June 6, 2019
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Expert Advice: Studies
Why Having a Dog is Actually Great for Your Social Life — and Mental Health
When Caroline Myers moved from New York City to Nashville a few years ago, meeting new people was a priority. "As a military spouse, moving to a new location is always a challenge," the 26-year-old social worker explains. Little did she know that Riley Tucker Myers, her Labrador Retriever, would play a major role in […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/dog-actually-great-social-life-mental-health/
| June 5, 2019
Clubs & Delegates
State Issues May 2019
From the State Capitols Here are some highlights of state-level issues AKC GR is currently tracking. Visit the 2019 Legislation Tracking page and click on your state to get the latest updates on state bills monitored by the AKC. Alabama – SB 10 would provide for the rights and responsibilities of an individual with a disability who […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/state-issues-may-2019/
| May 28, 2019
Clubs & Delegates
Federal Issues May 2019
From Our Nation's Capitol The AKC Government Relations team continues to monitor Congress for issues of interest to dog owners. Visit our 2019 Legislation Tracking page and click on “US Fed” on the map to get the latest updates on federal bills currently being monitored by the AKC. Highlights of issues we are currently addressing on the […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/federal-issues-may-2019/
| May 28, 2019
Legislative Alerts
CT ALERT: House Amendment Would Restrict Consumer Choice – Urge Opposition Today!
Thursday, May 23, 2019 Since early this year, the Connecticut General Assembly has been pressed to adopt HB 5386, which originally sought to prohibit pet stores from sourcing dogs or cats from anywhere but animal shelters and rescues. This would be similar to a 2018 law enacted in California. In March, a legislative committee significantly […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/ct-alert-house-amendment-restrict-consumer-choice-urge-opposition-today/
| May 23, 2019
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Expert Advice: Dog Gear & Accessories
How to Choose the Best Dog Carrier
Whether you and your dog travel the world together or you just need a way to carry him to the vet, a dog carrier is a useful addition to your supplies: it keeps him safe while traveling in the car and makes it possible for you to take him on planes. There are so many […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/how-to-choose-the-best-dog-carrier/
| May 22, 2019
Pages
Downloadable Forms
Most AKC forms and applications can be downloaded from this page. For best results, select a form and save it to your computer, then print a copy. MOST FREQUENTLY DOWNLOADED FORMS Additional Signature Form - Used when there are more than two signatures required AKC Canine Partners Listing Application AKC Code of Sportsmanship AKC Official […]
https://www.akc.org/downloadable-forms/
| May 20, 2019
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Expert Advice: Feature
Dogs Helping Veterans: The Service Dogs Trained to Ease PTSD and More
Not so long ago, De'Angelo Wynn was taking 11 medications for the anxiety, PTSD, and other mental-health struggles he had faced since returning from military deployment in Afghanistan. Now, he's down to just two medications. What changed? The arrival of Jug, a Labrador Retriever who came into his life a little over a year ago. […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/dogs-helping-veterans-the-service-dogs-trained-to-ease-ptsd/
| May 16, 2019