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Expert Advice: Common Conditions
Dog Ear Infections: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment, and Prevention
An estimated 20 percent of dogs have some form of ear disease. Here are the symptoms and treatment for dog ear infections.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/dog-ear-infections/
| September 2, 2019
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Expert Advice: Puppy Training
How To Teach a Puppy To Walk on a Leash
Want to teach your dog to walk on a leash without pulling? Here's a step-by-step guide on leash training for both dogs and puppies.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/teach-puppy-walk-leash/
| August 30, 2019
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Expert Advice: Feature
Mr. Borzoi: Louis Murr Was a Russian Wolfhound Advocate and Judge to Be Reckoned With
Louis Murr was a renowned Borzoi owner, breeder, exhibitor, and judge. Most authorities of the time considered Murr's Ch. Vigow of Romanoff to be the greatest Borzoi ever bred on American soil A tragic event cut Vigow's career short Murr died in 1978, two years after retiring from judging, at age 84 Never mind Rasputin's […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/borzoi-louis-murr-breeder-judge/
| August 28, 2019
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Expert Advice: Common Behavior Issues
How to Stop Your Dog from Begging at the Table
Feeding your dog in a separate room than you dine in can help prevent begging Teach your dogs basic obedience commands to help discourage impulse-based behaviors Reward your dog for good behavior When you sit down for mealtimes, if you end up with a furry beggar at your feet giving you those big puppy-dog eyes, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/how-to-stop-your-dog-from-begging-at-the-table/
| August 22, 2019
Press Releases
The American Kennel Club to Host 2019 U.S. Detection Dog Conference
-Conference aims to examine possible solutions to the shortage of detection dogs- The American Kennel Club will host the 2019 AKC U.S. Detection Dog Conference Tuesday, August 27th - Thursday, August 29th, 2019 in Durham, NC to explore solutions to the shortage of domestic dogs for explosives detection in the United States. The Conference will bring together […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/american-kennel-club-host-2019-u-s-detection-dog-conference/
| August 20, 2019
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Rocco and Rider Become the First AKC Scent Work Detectives — On the Same Day
The pathway to becoming a full-fledged detective has had its challenges for Rocco and Rider but it has never been a mystery to either, or their Midwest owner/handlers. The AKC Scent Work® Detective title, considered the pinnacle of success in the popular sport, went unclaimed since its inception on Oct. 1, 2017, until July 14 […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/rocco-rider-become-first-akc-scent-work-detectives/
| August 15, 2019
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Expert Advice: Puppy Health
How to Make Sure Your Puppy Gets Enough Sleep
Puppies are little bundles of energy, and you may have asked, "How much do puppies sleep?" In fact, they usually sleep from 18 to 20 hours a day. Sleep is essential to healthy growth, contributing to the necessary development of the central nervous system, brain, immune system, and muscles. All of that sleep also helps […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/how-much-do-puppies-sleep/
| August 15, 2019
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The Cost of Owning a Dog
While the benefits of pet ownership far outweigh the costs, every responsible dog owner knows that along with love and companionship comes financial responsibility. An online survey of more than 1,000 visitors to www.akc.org determined what responsible owners can expect to pony-up for their pooch: One-time costs such as a crate, spaying/neutering or emergency vet […]
https://www.akc.org/press-center/articles-resources/facts-and-stats/cost-owning-dog/
| August 12, 2019
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Join the AKC Puppy Pack and Spread the Word on Purebred Dog Ownership
The AKC Puppy Pack tells the story of our puppies’ lives through engaging, educational and of course cute photos and videos on Instagram. This program covers the first year of 7 puppies’ lives as they attend veterinarian visits, participate in training, sports & events, and the day-to-day trials, tribulations and joys of raising a puppy. […]
https://www.akc.org/press-center/articles-resources/facts-and-stats/join-akc-puppy-pack-purebred-dog-ownership/
| August 12, 2019
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Top 10 Questions to Ask When Getting a Dog from a Shelter
Congratulations on making the decision to welcome a new furry friend into your home. Just as it’s important to ask breeders questions about their practices before purchasing a puppy, it’s equally important to do a little digging before rescuing a dog from a shelter. Here are some pre-adoption questions to ask to make sure the […]
https://www.akc.org/press-center/articles-resources/facts-and-stats/top-questions-getting-shelter-dog/
| August 12, 2019