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Expert Advice: Basic Training
Dog Ownership Etiquette: How to Be a Good Dog Owner in Your Community
Owning a dog means having certain responsibilities that come with dog ownership. It also means following the sometimes unspoken rules of dog ownership etiquette and good manners. After all, common courtesy goes a long way in making your dog a welcome member of the neighborhood. For new dog owners, knowing community dog ownership protocols can […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/dog-ownership-etiquette/
| February 25, 2022
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Expert Advice: Why does my dog...
Why Does My Dog Lick Their Crotch?
Dogs can be embarrassing. Especially when you have company over for dinner and they decide to lie in full view and lick their crotch. As your company averts their eyes, you can't help but wonder why on earth your dog is doing that and if it's normal. Crotch licking is a perfectly natural dog behavior […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/advice/dog-lick-crotch/
| February 25, 2022
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Expert Advice: Safety
The Common Signs and Symptoms of Poisoning in Dogs
Many dogs will get into anything they come across, from rat poison to dropped medication to antifreeze. And of course, that puts the dog's health at risk. Teaching a “leave it" cue to your dog can be a lifesaver, but you can't watch your pet every minute of the day. It's important to know the common signs […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/the-common-signs-and-symptoms-of-poisoning-in-dogs/
| February 25, 2022
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Expert Advice: Common Behavior Issues
Why Do Dogs Pee on Beds?
Why do dogs pee on beds? Learn about the possible reasons your dog might be peeing on your bed and how to prevent this behavior in the future.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/dog-pees-on-bed/
| February 25, 2022
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Expert Advice: Breeding Tips & Best Practices
Dog Breeding Pregnancy & Nutrition: Q&A With Experts
No matter how experienced you become at dog breeding and whelping litters of puppies, you may sometimes face scenarios you have not seen before. Purina Pro Plan turned to experts to answer questions related to dog breeding. Purina senior research Nutritionist Arleigh Reynolds, DVM, Ph.D., DACVN, a board-certified veterinary nutritionist, and Andrea Hesser, DVM, DACT, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/dog-breeding-pregnancy-nutrition-qa-with-experts/
| February 25, 2022
Legislative Alerts
Voices of Tennessee Dog Owners Are Heard! Support for Working Dog Protections Needed
This week, the voices of responsible dog owners were heard by Tennessee legislators. Here are updates on three bills that affect dogs, plus information on how you can continue to support House Bill 1646, which would protect certain working dogs. SUPPORT: HB 1646 – ADDITIONAL PROTECTIONS FOR CERTAIN WORKING DOGS. House Bill 1646, a bill […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/voices-tennessee-dog-owners-heard-support-working-dog-protections-needed/
| February 24, 2022
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Expert Advice: General Nutrition
How to Pick Safe, Edible Dog Chews
Edible dog chews make a great snack for active chewers. Here's how to know which type of chews are right for your dog and are safe to enjoy.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/nutrition/choosing-edible-chews-for-dogs/
| February 24, 2022
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Expert Advice: Basic Training
When Can I Phase Out Treats During Dog Training?
A common question you might ask when you start training your dogs is: When can I stop giving them treats? Some owners are in a hurry to put the treats away because they see it as proof that their dog really knows how to do something. In reality, you don't need to ever completely phase […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/when-can-i-stop-treating/
| February 23, 2022
Legislative Alerts
CT Info: Hearing February 25th Concerning Tethering and Sheltering of Dogs
The Connecticut Joint Planning and Development Committee has scheduled a Friday, February 25, 2022, public hearing. The committee’s agenda includes numerous bills, including newly-introduced HB 5170. The bill would amend the state’s current cruelty law to ban tethering a dog: In a manner that places it at adverse risk of injury by another animal, For […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/ct-info-hearing-february-25th-concerning-tethering-sheltering-dogs/
| February 23, 2022
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Expert Advice: Alternative Medicine
Why Music is Therapeutic for Dogs
Some dogs take to music right away, even howling along to their favorite tunes. Other dogs tend to retreat from these sounds in fear. The fact that pleasant sounds can capture a dog's attention is something people know intuitively and science confirms it. If you listened to a recording of dogs and their owners, you'd […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/why-music-is-therapeutic-for-dogs/
| February 23, 2022