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Expert Advice: General Health
What to Do if Your Dog Eats a Chicken Bone
Despite our best efforts, accidents happen, and our dogs are likely to eat something they shouldn’t at some point in their lives. Usually, our dogs will steal a yummy piece of people food off the counter or off of the plate of an unsuspecting guest, even if we’re doing the best we can to prevent […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/what-to-do-dog-eats-chicken-bone/
| June 22, 2017
Expert Advice: Breeding Tips & Best Practices
Meet Breeder of Merit Kathy Rust of Kizmar Vizslas
The American Kennel Club (AKC) recognizes Breeders of Merit for their dedication to breeding purebred dogs with the appearance, temperament, and abilities that are true to their breed standard and for their commitment to health screening and 100 percent puppy registration. The AKC celebrates their success in and passion for canine sports. They are […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/meet-the-breeder-of-merit-kathy-rust-of-kizmar-vizslas/
| June 20, 2017
Legislative Alerts
CDC Changes Application Process to Import Dogs Considered Inadequately Immunized Against Rabies
Yesterday, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) announced changes to the application process to import a dog inadequately immunized against rabies. Effective August 18, 2017, an importer must apply online for a Permit to Import a Dog Inadequately Immunized Against Rabies at least 10 days before arriving into the United States with the dog.
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/cdc-changes-application-process-to-import-dogs-considered-inadequately-immunized-against-rabies/
| June 20, 2017
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Expert Advice: Basic Training
6 Ways We May Be Misunderstanding Our Dogs
We all love our dogs. In fact, some of us probably love all dogs. The bond between human and canine can be so close that it might seem we can read each other’s thoughts and feelings. While this is true to some extent, the fact is that dogs are not people; they don’t behave, react, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/ways-we-may-be-misunderstanding-dogs/
| June 16, 2017
Expert Advice: Quizzes
Quiz: Can You Identify the Dog Breed by Its Feet?
Don't you just love when you see a little puppy . . . but he has giant paws? You usually see this in bigger breeds, and you know that that little pupper will grow up to be a big ol' doggo. Like Newfoundlands, for example. And even if it's not a puppy, there's something […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/can-you-identify-dog-breed-by-feet/
| June 15, 2017
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Expert Advice: Why does my dog...
Why Do Dogs Yawn?
When it comes to dogs, not all yawns are the same. While the reasons for yawning aren't fully understood, here are a few reasons why your dog may yawn.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/advice/why-do-dogs-yawn/
| June 15, 2017
Chairman's Reports
June 2017 Chairman’s Report
Making New Strides in Canine Health Whether our passion lies in the show ring, the field, the whelping box, or any combination thereof, our goal to produce, raise and own healthy purebred dogs is one we all share. With that objective in mind, I would like to tell you about the incredible advancements that we […]
https://www.akc.org/chairmans-reports/june-2017-chairmans-report/
| June 13, 2017
Legislative Alerts
CA Action Alert: AB 485 Scheduled for Committee Hearing June 26 ‘ Start Contacting Members Now!
Assembly Bill 485'which seeks to prohibit pet retailers from selling pets (including dogs, cats and rabbits) unless the animals were obtained from a public animal control agency or shelter, a shelter maintained by a society for the prevention of cruelty to animals, a humane society shelter, or a nonprofit rescue or adoption organization'is scheduled for […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/ca-action-alert-ab-485-scheduled-for-committee-hearing-june-26-start-contacting-members-now/
| June 13, 2017
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Expert Advice: Lifestyle
36 Husky Dog Names for Your New Best Friend
With their fluffy coats and striking eyes, Siberian Huskies are always recognizable. Such an iconic dog needs an iconic name. Below are some names that would be perfect for a Husky. Let's start with some names inspired by Alaska, the state where Huskies have been running sleds since the early 1900s: Snowy - If you want something obvious […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/36-husky-dog-names-for-your-new-best-friend/
| June 12, 2017
Expert Advice: Breeding Tips & Best Practices
AKC Breeder Spotlight: Jennifer Young-Hopkins of Y-Farms Kennels
AKC Breeder Spotlight: Jennifer Young-Hopkins of Y-Farms Kennels Each month, the American Kennel Club (AKC) profiles breeders to hear about how they got started, their breeding program, and their experience with AKC Marketplace. We recently spoke with AKC Breeder of Merit Jennifer Young-Hopkins of Y-Farms Kennels in Zachary, La. Here, she answers questions about […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/jennifer-young-hopkins-y-farms-kennels/
| June 9, 2017