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Expert Advice: Puppy Nutrition
How to Train a Bernese Mountain Dog Puppy: Milestone Timeline
Large and sturdy, Bernese Mountain Dogs are as beautiful as they are affectionate. Berners, as they're also called, live to please their owners. Their intelligence and gentle temperament make them easy to train. But Berners can be sensitive to harsh correction and don't do well with being left alone. That's why it's important to consider specific training […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/nutrition/train-bernese-mountain-dog-puppy-milestone-timeline/
| May 3, 2022
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Expert Advice: Lifestyle
Should I Get A Dog? How to Know If You’re Ready
You say you want a dog every time you see a friendly Golden Retriever on the street. But are you actually prepared to bring one into your home? As much as we love the idea of having a canine companion to love unconditionally, being a responsible dog owner is a lot of work. Before getting […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/should-i-get-a-dog/
| May 3, 2022
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Expert Advice: Nutrition
Do Dogs Get Tired of Eating the Same Food Every Day?
Paid Advertisement My black Curly-Coated Retriever, "Wave," loved his food – until one day, he didn’t. He was healthy and active, and nothing had changed in his life. He just seemed to be bored with the food he previously devoured. In contrast, my current dog, a brown Lagotto Romagnolo, does a Snoopy dance of joy […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/nutrition/dogs-tired-eating-same-food/
| May 3, 2022
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Expert Advice: Health
How Can Joint Supplements Help Dogs With Arthritis?
Protecting your dog’s joints with the right supplement is an ongoing, daily commitment that will help ensure a good quality of life.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/joint-supplements-help-dogs-arthritis/
| May 3, 2022
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Expert Advice: General Health
Can Glucosamine for Dogs Help Treat Arthritis and Joint Pain?
Many dogs suffer from arthritis as they age. This painful condition, which occurs in dogs and people, results when cartilage, the cushioning between the bones, begins to thin and wear away. As a result, the ends of the bones start to rub against each other, and you may notice your dog starting to limp. Trauma, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/glucosamine-dogs-arthritis-joint-pain/
| May 3, 2022
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Expert Advice: Vitamins & Supplements
Senior Dog Nutrition and Supplement Tips
As dogs age, they undergo specific internal and external changes. Some are obvious, such as greying fur, weight gain, or hip or elbow dysplasia. Others may be harder to spot, such as slower metabolism or decreased immune function. By the time your dog is a senior, one of these key changes is a new set […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/nutrition/nutrition-and-supplements-for-senior-dogs/
| May 3, 2022
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Expert Advice: Senior Dog Health
Everything You Need to Know About Osteoarthritis in Dogs
Osteoarthritis is a common problem in dogs, particularly in seniors and large breeds. Although there is no cure for this progressive condition, identifying the problem early and initiating appropriate management can help keep your dog active and improve quality of life. What Is Osteoarthritis? Osteoarthritis, also referred to as Degenerative Joint Disease (DJD), is a […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/osteoarthritis-signs-treatment/
| May 3, 2022
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Expert Advice: Common Conditions
Hip Dysplasia in Dogs: Signs, Symptoms, Treatment
Hip dysplasia is a common condition in dogs. Learn what to know about hip dysplasia including symptoms, treatment options, and preventative measures.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/hip-dysplasia-in-dogs/
| May 3, 2022
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AKC Detection Dog Webinars
[accordion] [accordion_panel title="2024"] AKC Detection Dog Task Force Hosts Webinar Discussing Canine Nutrition and Working Dogs February 22, 2024 Nutrition is a critical part of caring for a working dog. Not just to ensure the dog’s health, but also to help the dog perform its jobs at the optimum level. Yesterday, the AKC Detection Dog […]
https://www.akc.org/akc-detection-dog-task-force/webinars/
| May 2, 2022
Legislative Alerts
Arizona: Ask Governor to Support Bill Regarding Microchipping, Lost Dog Recovery
The Arizona Legislature has passed a bill that will help identify lost dogs and hopefully reunite them more quickly with their owners. Arizonans are encouraged to contact Governor Ducey and ask him to sign House Bill 2626. Let him know this is a reasonable bill that will helps dogs and dog owners in the state. […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/arizona-ask-governor-support-bill-regarding-microchipping-lost-dog-recovery/
| May 2, 2022