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Expert Advice: Grooming
How to Make Homemade Dog Shampoo
Whether you're a regular DIY'er or just want to save some money, making your own dog shampoo is an easy way to do both.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/easy-natural-homemade-dog-shampoo/
| July 17, 2020
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Mastiff vs. Bullmastiff: How to Tell the Difference
There are many large, muscular dog breeds. And several have droopy flews (big, hanging upper lips). But can you tell them apart? For those unfamiliar with the breeds, the Mastiff and the Bullmastiff in particular can be tricky to distinguish. Read on to learn about these two formidable protectors. Mastiff Mix-Up When Diane Collings, two-time […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/how-to-tell-the-difference-mastiff-vs-bullmastiff/
| July 15, 2020
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Expert Advice: Safety
Choosing the Right Playpen for Your Dog
Although a dog playpen, also called an exercise pen or Xpen for dogs, may not be the first thing on your must-have list, this piece of equipment is surprisingly useful. Like a dog crate, they serve as a way to contain your dog. But unlike a crate, they give them plenty of space to move […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/playpens-for-dogs/
| July 14, 2020
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Golden Retriever Puppy Training Timeline: From 8 Weeks to 2 Years
Remember “The Golden Girls” — that TV sitcom staple decades ago? Well, today’s version is fun-loving, too, but has gone to the dogs. And boy do they know their breed, Golden Retrievers. Nancy Lewine and Jenny Cochran are the brains and workhorses behind GoldenSoul Dogs, of Harleysville, Pennsylvania, and American Kennel Club Breeders of Merit. […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/golden-retriever-puppy-training-timeline/
| July 9, 2020
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Expert Advice: Training
Why Does My Puppy Nip at Me and Chew on My Clothes?
When some dogs are excited, they show their love and attention in challenging ways—treating people like chew toys. To learn why this behavior happens in the first place and for advice about how to redirect the habit, we turned to the experts: Dr. Jerry Klein, Chief Veterinary Officer of the American Kennel Club, and certified […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/why-does-my-dog-treat-my-arm-like-a-chew-toy-and-playfully-nip-at-me/
| July 7, 2020
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Expert Advice: Events
‘Dogtor’ Loki and the GO TEAM Honored with AKC Paw of Courage Awards
The AKC Paw of CourageSM is an award given to show appreciation for the work that dogs do in the service of humankind. This award recognizes dogs who serve their communities, making great impacts in the lives of their human counterparts. Paw of Courage awards can be presented to Police K-9s, Military Working Dogs, Therapy Dogs, Service Dogs, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/dogtor-loki-go-team-honored-paw-of-courage/
| July 7, 2020
Press Releases
American Kennel Club Honors Canine Heroes with AKC Paw of Courage Awards
The American Kennel Club (AKC®), the world’s largest purebred dog registry and leading advocate for dogs, is proud to honor ‘Dogtor’ Loki and the Go Team Therapy Dogs with the AKC Paw of CourageSM awards. The AKC Paw of Courage shows appreciation for the work that dogs do in the service of humankind. These awards […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/american-kennel-club-honors-canine-heroes-akc-paw-courage-awards/
| July 7, 2020
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Puppy Training Timeline for Your German Shepherd Dog: From 8 Weeks to 2 Years
A well-trained German Shepherd Dog (GSD) is a joy to live with, one of many reasons why this is America's second-most popular dog breed. Making sure you bring out the best of this remarkable breed starts with puppy training, when your GSD is most impressionable. Finding a Puppy Who Is the Best Fit for You […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/puppy-training-timeline-for-your-german-shepherd-dog/
| July 2, 2020
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Expert Advice: Breeding Tips & Best Practices
Turning Puppy Inquiries Into a Teachable Moment
Reading through posts on social media, breeders seem to agree that dealing with puppy inquiries can be frustrating. It is certainly a time-consuming aspect of raising dogs and having a public presence; it always has been. But compared to decades ago, before the Internet and personal computers, when breeders had to type individual responses, perhaps […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/turning-inquiries-teachable-moment/
| June 30, 2020
Legislative Alerts
Montana: Helena to Hold Public Hearing on Animal Control Rewrite on July 13
The City of Helena is proposing a rewrite of its animal control code, with a particular focus on nuisance and dangerous dogs, and revised licensing requirements for those who own multiple dogs. A public hearing has been scheduled for July 13, 2020 (Scroll down for more information). Helena residents and those who participate in events […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/montana-helena-hold-public-hearing-animal-control-rewrite-july-13/
| June 29, 2020