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French Bulldog puppy holding a corn cob in its mouth in the grass.
Expert Advice: Basic Training How to Teach Your Dog to Trade Items With You
Dogs often grab items they shouldn't have which can be dangerous. Teach your dog to trade items with you to make retrieval of those items easier.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/teach-dog-to-trade-items-with-you/ | August 29, 2024
Legislative Alerts DeKalb County, GA: Litter Permits and Dog Breeder/Seller Restrictions Deferred to October
The DeKalb County Board of Commissioners deferred consideration of a proposed ordinance that would, among other provisions, enact litter permits and impose restrictions on breeders and individuals who sell/transfer dogs. Revisions to the proposal are in process, and it will be on the agenda October 8, 2024. It is important for DeKalb County commissioners to […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/dekalb-county-ga-litter-permits-dog-breeder-seller-restrictions-deferred-october/ | August 29, 2024
Basenji running through a field.
Expert Advice: Dog Breeds Best Dog Breeds for Hot Weather
The outdoor temperature where you live affects your dog's comfort level. If you live in a warm or tropical climate, what are the best breeds for hot...
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/best-dog-breeds-for-hot-weather/ | August 29, 2024
Expert Advice: Studies NIH Study Underscores Benefits of Service Dogs for PTSD Veterans
A new study providing proof of the power of service dogs for veterans with PTSD could lead to more people benefiting from these positive partnerships.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/benefits-of-service-dogs-for-ptsd-veterans/ | August 26, 2024
Golden Retriever on an exam table having its heart checked by a vet.
Expert Advice: News Can Dogs Get Bird Flu? What to Know About Bird Flu and Dogs
A massive outbreak of H5N1 bird flu in the US has led to widespread rates of infection in both wild birds and farmed birds. With recent cases of the...
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/bird-flu-in-dogs/ | August 23, 2024
Russell Terrier hiding under the bed.
Expert Advice: Dog Gear & Accessories Ear Muffs for Dogs: When and Why Your Dog Might Need Them
A variety of ear muffs designed for dogs are helping to protect canine hearing. Here's why you might consider ear muffs for your dog.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/ear-muffs-for-dogs/ | August 23, 2024
Bichon Frise sitting next to his owner while she picks up poop in the park.
Expert Advice: How to... Dog Poop Disposal: The Importance of Cleaning Up After Your Dog
Dog poop is an environmental contaminant, so it's essential to scoop it up and dispose of it properly. Learn about the different disposal options.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/advice/dog-poop-cleanup/ | August 23, 2024
Expert Advice: Feature Washington Dog Sport Handlers Form Area’s First Support Group for Widows
The Washington Puget Sound area's Grief Support Dogs is a place where widowed people can talk about their experiences as widowed people. But dog sports brought them together.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/washington-dog-handlers-widow-support-group/ | August 23, 2024
Expert Advice: General Health Hair Loss in Dogs: Signs, Symptoms, Treatments
The sight of fur on your clothes and furniture is inevitable when you have a dog. Shedding is part of your dog's normal cycle of hair growth.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/hair-loss-in-dogs/ | August 21, 2024
Expert Advice: Dog Breeding Placing Adult Dogs
Puppies are wonderful, but the job of raising one isn’t for everyone. Placing adult dogs can be a good option, enabling breeders to move along with their breeding programs while making a dog and someone seeking a canine companion very happy. Though it’s hard to say goodbye to their puppies, breeders expect to place them […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/placing-adult-dogs/ | August 20, 2024

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