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Expert Advice: News
New Resource Helps Veterinarians Re-Examine Risks and Benefits of Spaying and Neutering
Monday, August 29, 2016In April, the American Kennel Club (AKC) adopted changes to its Canine Legislation Position Statements related to spaying and neutering. The AKC Board of Directors, when considering the changes, took into account recent scientific studies that found that sterilizing a dog, particularly before it has fully matured, can lead to significant future […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/avma-helps-vets-examine-sterilization-risks-benefits/
| August 29, 2016
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Clubs & Delegates
New Resource Helps Veterinarians Re-Examine Risks and Benefits of Spaying and Neutering
In April, the American Kennel Club (AKC) adopted changes to its Canine Legislation Position Statements related to spaying and neutering. The AKC Board of Directors, when considering the changes, took into account recent scientific studies that found that sterilizing a dog, particularly before it has fully matured, can lead to significant future health issues, including […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/avma-helps-vets-examine-sterilization-risks-benefits/
| August 29, 2016
Expert Advice: News
AKC Agility Suspends Use of the Collapsed Tunnel
After concerns raised by the Agility community involving the collapsed tunnel, AKC Agility has suspended the use of this obstacle. See a message from Carrie DeYoung, Director of Agility, below: This past week, the AKC Agility department held their annual field representative meeting. During the meeting, the staff reviewed concerns raised by the Agility community […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/akc-agility-suspends-use-of-the-collapsed-tunnel/
| August 29, 2016
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Expert Advice: Fun Facts
8 Things You Didn’t Know About the Cardigan Welsh Corgi
When you hear "Corgi," do you think of the dogs that always trailed behind Queen Elizabeth II? Did you know that the Pembroke Welsh Corgi is actually only one of two different breeds of Corgi? The second breed is the Cardigan Welsh Corgi. Check out these fun Cardigan Welsh Corgi facts you may not have […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/things-you-didnt-know-about-the-cardigan-welsh-corgi/
| August 29, 2016
Canine Partners
Teen & Her Bossy Terrier Mix Achieve Agility Championship
Hannah Naiburg of Milford, CT, was just 10 years old when she helped her family select Molly from a shelter. The little terrier mix and Hannah started doing agility in their backyard. Nine years later, MACH Hannah’s Molly MXB MJB is an AKC Master Agility Champion, and the team has had many national successes. Hannah […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/teen-her-bossy-terrier-mix-achieve-agility-championship/
| August 26, 2016
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Expert Advice: Lifestyle
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Facts You May Not Know
Intelligent, outgoing, affectionate: that's the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever. Check out these fun facts you might not have known about this breed.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/fun-facts-nova-scotia-duck-tolling-retriever/
| August 25, 2016
Expert Advice: Advanced Training
Training for the Canine Good Citizen Test
A goal for nearly every dog owner is to have a dog that is a joy to live with. This is a dog who is well-mannered at home and in the community. The AKC’s Canine Good Citizen program provides a perfect starting point in training for all dogs. Canine Good Citizen test is a nationally […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/training-for-the-canine-good-citizen-test/
| August 24, 2016
Press Releases
The American Kennel Club Announces Second Round of Paw of Courage Recipients
The American Kennel Club (AKC®), the world’s largest purebred dog registry and leading advocate for dogs, is pleased to announce the second round of the AKC Paw of Courage award recipients, to show appreciation for the many sacrifices that working dogs make while serving and protecting our country. This award specifically recognizes the extraordinary sacrifices […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/second-round-paw-of-courage/
| August 24, 2016
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Clubs & Delegates
AKC GR Demonstrates 20 Years of Leadership at National Conference of State Legislatures
The AKC Government Relations (AKC GR) table was once again one of the most popular stops at the 2016 National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL), held this year in Chicago, Illinois. Melissa Ferrell, AKC Government Relations Research Analyst, and Jennifer Clark, Canine Legislation Manager, met and provided information to legislators and staff from across the […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/akc-gr-demonstrates-20-years-leadership-national-conference-state-legislatures/
| August 22, 2016
Expert Advice: Puppy Training
How to Establish Boundaries and Routines With Your Puppy
Header photo: SheltieBoy/Flickr Your puppy is growing up, and by now you've established the house rules and routines. If all has gone well, you've been consistent and patient while teaching your dog what is and is not acceptable behavior. He's on a feeding schedule, is on his way to being house-trained, is happy in his crate, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/boundaries-routines-for-puppy/
| August 22, 2016