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Expert Advice: Training
Dog Muzzles: When, Why, and How to Correctly Use Them
Learn why every dog should be muzzle trained, not just aggressive dogs or dogs with a bite history, and the types of muzzles that are available.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/dog-muzzles-when-why-how-to-use/
| September 1, 2021
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Expert Advice: Training
Bark Control Tools to Help Stop Nuisance Barking
Barking is natural for dogs. It's how they communicate, and different dog barks can have different meanings. In addition, barking has many root causes. Your dog might be excited, anxious, frustrated, or even bored. Whatever the reason, excessive barking can become problematic, cause friction with housemates or neighbors, or be disruptive during times when we’re in need of […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/bark-control-tools-to-help-stop-nuisance-barking/
| September 1, 2021
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Expert Advice: Puppy Training
Finding the Best Dog Training Class for Your Dog or Puppy
Choose a dog training class or facility carefully for your dog or puppy since it's a big decision. Here's what to consider before enrolling your dog.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/find-dog-training-class/
| September 1, 2021
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Expert Advice: Travel & Adventure
How to Make Sure Your Dog Respects Wildlife
Here are tips from wildlife experts and conservationists on how to make sure your dog respects wildlife and creates minimal disturbance to the environment.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/travel/how-to-make-sure-your-dog-respects-wildlife/
| August 31, 2021
Legislative Alerts
New York: Ulster County Accepting Comment on Arbitrary Temperature, Tethering Restrictions on September 8
The Ulster County (NY) Legislature is hosting a public hearing on Wednesday, September 8, to take public comment on proposed changes to the county’s tethering laws. Those who reside or participate in dog events in Ulster County are strongly encouraged to attend the hearing, and contact the Legislature to express concerns and request clarifying amendments […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/new-york-ulster-county-accepting-comment-arbitrary-temperature-tethering-restrictions-september-8/
| August 31, 2021
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Training Tip Summer 2021
Photo Courtesy of Mark L. Baer 2019 Training Tip: Get Started in the Fun Sport of Fast CAT! This issue’s tip is brought to us by long-time dog sports enthusiast and AKC Delegate Maureen Setter. Maureen’s dog, Gif, is consistently ranked as one of the fastest All American Dogs in Fast CAT and received an invitation to compete in the first-ever Fast […]
https://www.akc.org/register/information/canine-partners/newsletter/training-tip-summer-2021/
| August 30, 2021
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Junior Spotlight Summer 2021
Meet Willow Martin: Not Content to Sit and Watch! Name: Willow Martin Age: 17 Hometown: Williamsburg, VA Grade: 11th Family: Parents, Randi and David Martin AKC: How old is Violett and how did she come into your life? Willow: Violett (she has an extra “t” because she is extra special) turned 7 on April 17. She came into our lives by accident. When I was about 10, a […]
https://www.akc.org/register/information/canine-partners/newsletter/junior-spotlight-summer-2021/
| August 30, 2021
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Competition/Titles Update Summer 2021
We have some big news to report about All-Americans succeeding at earning the top titles and honors in Agility, Coursing Ability, Fast CAT Rally, Obedience, Scent Work, Tracking, and Trick Dog. Many dogs are also having success in AKC’s Virtual Titling programs! AGILITY Master Agility Championships (MACH) Congratulations to these dogs who have earned more […]
https://www.akc.org/register/information/canine-partners/newsletter/competition-titles-update-summer-2021/
| August 30, 2021
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AKC Title Recognition Summer 2021
The AKC works with several non-AKC service and sports organizations to recognize the titles that AKC-registered dogs earn in their programs. This includes the AKC Therapy Dog program and the AKC Search & Rescue program. AKC also recognizes titles of the Barn Hunt Association (BHA); North American Diving Dogs (NADD); North American Flyball Association (NAFA); and […]
https://www.akc.org/register/information/canine-partners/newsletter/akc-title-recognition-summer-2021/
| August 30, 2021
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Expert Advice: Puppy Training
How to Be Patient With Your New Puppy
There is so much you're trying to teach your new puppy, that it can feel overwhelming: house-training, sleeping through the night, not to nip, not to chew, and all the other household rules you've established. Add to that a puppy's natural curiosity and energy, and you might start to feel as if he'll never get […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/how-to-be-patient-with-your-new-puppy/
| August 30, 2021