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Canine Partners
Earning Trick Dog Honors is a Great Way to Use Spare Time
Lnh's Shot Of Fire FCAT ACT1 CGC TKE owned by Lindsey Hazlett of Mount Horeb, WI “Heisman is a 5-year-old rescue who has spent the last year learning complex tricks and routines for the AKC Trick Dog program,” Lindsey said. He earned his Elite Performer title in December 2021 after performing a routine called Heisman […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/earning-trick-dog-honors-great-way-use-spare-time/
| April 7, 2022
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Expert Advice: Training
5 Common Dog Training Mistakes to Avoid
There's a lot of information out there about how to train a dog. You can teach your pet just about anything, using a variety of methods, but there are plenty of mistakes owners make when training their canine companions. These missteps are super common and can have a big impact on whether or not your […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/train-dog-common-mistakes-avoid%e2%80%8b/
| April 7, 2022
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Expert Advice: Natural & Whole Foods
Can Dogs Eat Raspberries?
When it comes to fruit and vegetables, it can be difficult for dog owners to remember which foods are okay for their pets to consume and which ones could prove fatal. So, where do raspberries fall? Can dogs eat raspberries? Yes, raspberries are safe for dogs to eat, but they should be given in moderation. […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/nutrition/can-my-dog-eat-raspberries/
| April 7, 2022
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Expert Advice: Fun Facts
8 Ways Kids Benefit from Having a Dog
Want a smarter, more empathetic, possibly healthier child? It may come as no surprise that having a family dog can benefit your child’s emotional intelligence. A collection of scientific studies outlined by Nienke Endenburg and Ben Baarda in their paper The Role of Pets in Enhancing Human Well-being: Effects on Child Development, along with other […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/kids-benefit-from-having-a-dog/
| April 7, 2022
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Expert Advice: Natural & Whole Foods
Can Dogs Eat Mango?
Can dogs eat mango? The fruit is full of vitamins and safe for your dog to consume as long as you keep a few things in mind.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/nutrition/can-dogs-eat-mango/
| April 7, 2022
Legislative Alerts
Georgia Recognizes May 1, 2022, as Purebred Dog Day
This week, the Georgia Senate enacted Senate Resolution 868, which recognizes May 1, 2022, as Purebred Dog Day in Georgia. Congratulations to Gail LaBerge, president of the Georgia Canine Coalition (GCC); the American Kennel Club (AKC)-affiliated clubs and individuals who, through the GCC, are the collective voice of responsible dog owners in Georgia; and purebred […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/georgia-recognizes-may-1-2022-purebred-dog-day/
| April 6, 2022
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Expert Advice: Lifestyle
11 Questions to Ask When Getting a Dog From a Rescue or Shelter
Rescuing a dog is exciting but can also be intimidating. Whether you’re looking at the local shelter or using a private rescue organization, there can be many dogs to choose from. Although you might be tempted to pick the first cute face you see, it’s essential to make an informed choice. Your goal is to […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/questions-to-ask-when-getting-a-dog-from-a-rescue-shelter/
| April 6, 2022
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Expert Advice: Breed History
Pharaoh Hound History: The Dog That Hunts Rabbits With Ferrets
The history of dogs might be very different without the people of Phoenicia. These seafaring traders sailed the Mediterranean from what is today Lebanon 2,500 years ago, During their trip, they did business in luxury items. As they went, it's assumed that the Phoenicians disseminated Egyptian hounds throughout the ancient world. The prevailing theory suggests […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/pharaoh-hound-history-rabbit-dog/
| April 6, 2022
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
English Setter History: The Making of One of the Oldest Gun Dog Breeds
What kind of dog would prompt an acclaimed food critic and writer to open one of his last bottles of very expensive French wine? If the critic is Jim Harrison, the answer is simple: an English Setter. I remembered that on this very day a friend had sent afresh foie gras ... I ate it […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/english-setter-history-making-one-oldest-gun-dog-breeds/
| April 5, 2022
Legislative Alerts
CA Dog Trainers: Take Three Actions Today to Fight Bill Regulating All Trainers
As mentioned in a previous alert, California Assembly Bill 1901 (authored by Assemblyman Nazarin of Hollywood Hills/Toluca would regulate all dog trainers in the state as boarding kennels – regardless of the type of training class or the length of the class. The definition of dog training is very broad and must be assumed to […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/ca-dog-trainers-take-three-actions-today-fight-bill-regulating-trainers/
| April 5, 2022