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Expert Advice: News
Sheltering in Place With Your Dog During an Emergency or Disaster
Depending on the type and intensity of a natural disaster or pandemic, it may be safer for you and your dog to stay where you are than to evacuate. FEMA advises that sheltering in place is appropriate when “conditions require that you seek immediate protection in your home, place of employment, school, or other location […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/sheltering-place-dog-natural-disaster/
| March 14, 2020
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Expert Advice: Advanced Training
Truffle Hunting Dogs: Tracking Underground Treasure Using Trained Dogs
Sometimes called “edible gold," truffles are likely part of some of your favorite gourmet dishes. But did you know that dogs can be trained to hunt for them? Commonly found from Northern California up throughout Washington and into British Columbia, truffles are fungi that grow at the base of trees. As hard as they are […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/truffle-hunting-dogs-track-underground-treasure/
| March 11, 2020
Legislative Alerts
Virginia Update: Amended Tethering Bill Passes House and Senate, Heads to Governor
This weekend, the Virginia House and Senate passed a Substitute version of SB 272 and the bill now heads to the governor. This Substitute included the absolute temperatures and weather conditions language, along with a new (and unclear) provision that would allow an animal control officer to assess a situation a determine the ability of […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/virginia-update-amended-tethering-bill-passes-house-senate-heads-governor/
| March 9, 2020
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Expert Advice: Lifestyle
Why Does My Dog Prefer My Partner Over Me?
Psychologist Dr. Joel Gavriele-Gold weighs in on why some dogs prefer one partner over another, and how couples can cope with these affection discrepancies.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/why-does-my-dog-prefer-my-partner-over-me/
| March 9, 2020
Clubs & Delegates
State Issues February 2020
State Issues: News from the State Capitols Here are some highlights of state-level issues AKC GR is currently tracking. Visit the 2020 Legislation Tracking page and click on your state to get the latest updates on state bills monitored by the AKC. Alabama – HB 209 seeks to authorize food service establishments to allow pet dogs in […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/federal-issues-april-2019/state-issues-february-2020/
| March 5, 2020
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Expert Advice: Common Behavior Issues
How to Stop Dog Fence Fighting
Many dog owners are familiar with fence line dog wars. Here's how to stop dog fence fighting and get neighbor dogs to get along.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/how-to-stop-dog-fence-fighting/
| March 4, 2020
Expert Advice: Puppy Health
Proper Puppy Nutrition Nourishes Rapid Growth
Puppies grow rapidly. At times during their rapid growth and development from weaning until approximately 4 to 6 months of age, puppies, depending on the breed, require about twice as much energy, or calories, per pound of body weight as adult dogs of the same breed and a higher nutrient intake to support their growing […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/proper-puppy-nutrition-nourishes-rapid-growth/
| March 3, 2020
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Expert Advice: Training for Dog Sports
Easy Exercises for Canine Conditioning
Just like us, dogs can benefit from a stretching and strengthening program. It can build and maintain muscle mass, improve body awareness and balance, and provide a physical and mental workout. Canine athletes definitely gain an advantage from this type of conditioning, but senior dogs also need to stay limber. Couch potatoes and bored dogs […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/easy-exercises-for-canine-conditioning/
| March 3, 2020
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Expert Advice: Basic Training
Basic Obedience Training for Puppies: Where to Start
Treats play a vital role in the lives of happy and healthy dogs. We’re highlighting an “AKC Treat of the Month” all year long in partnership with Whitebridge Pet Brands. March is all about puppies, including National Puppy Day on March 23. Train your puppy with a range of wholesome treats from Dogswell®. In the […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/basic-obedience-training-for-your-dog/
| March 2, 2020
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Expert Advice: Senior Dog Health
Three Easy At-Home Exercises for Senior Dogs
"Use it, or lose it,” so the saying goes, and this applies to dogs as well as people. That’s why regular exercise becomes more important with each passing year, and especially impactful for senior dogs. “Many older dogs often lose strength in their rear limbs, as well as proprioception—essentially the ability to know where their […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/easy-do-at-home-exercises-for-senior-dogs/
| February 28, 2020