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Expert Advice: Responsible Breeding
Signs of a Responsible Breeder
How do you find a reputable dog breeder? Once you decide to look for a puppy of your own, AKC Marketplace can connect you with a responsible breeder. But you’re also going to have to do some research, mixed with a dollop of good, old-fashioned gut instinct. Here are some considerations to guide you in […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/signs-of-a-responsible-breeder/
| April 15, 2021
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Expert Advice: Basic Training
How to Teach Your Dog Their Name
Want to know how to teach your dog their name? The best way to do this is to teach them to associate their name with something positive.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/how-to-teach-dog-name/
| April 13, 2021
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Expert Advice: Basic Training
Why Do Dogs Bite? Understanding the Reasons Why Dogs React
No one likes to think their dog could be capable of biting. One of the most common questions most of us get when someone wants to greet our dog is, "Does your dog bite?" If your dog enjoys meeting people you probably tell them that no, your dog doesn't bite. But the reality is that […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/why-do-dogs-bite/
| April 1, 2021
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Expert Advice: Breeding Tips & Best Practices
AKC Breeder Spotlight: Sheryl Bradbury of Black Majesty US Grand Bassets Griffon Vendéen and Lancashire Heelers
Sheryl Bradbury breeds Grand Bassets Griffon Vendéen (GBGV) and Lancashire Heelers, a breed in the AKC Foundation Stock Service (FSS). "My Lancashire Heeler kennel, Mashury, is devoted first to health, temperament, and conformation and to breeding dogs that can work hard, play hard, and love their shepherd." “I imported my first GBGV in 2012 from […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/akc-breeder-spotlight-sheryl-bradbury-black-majesty-us-grand-bassets-griffon-vendeen-lancashire-heelers/
| March 16, 2021
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Expert Advice: Feature
Adapting to Change: Unexpected Ways Dog People Found Purpose in the Pandemic
2020 was a year of pain, sadness, and frustration. For our sport, it has meant many months of doing without the weekly dog shows where we compete and socialize. We’re all familiar with the old saying, “When life hands you lemons, make lemonade.” That phrase was never truer than in 2020, when fanciers found innovative […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/adapting-change-unexpected-ways-dog-people-found-purpose-pandemic/
| February 5, 2021
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Meet the Biewer Terrier: The Newest AKC-Recognized Breed
In the COVID-19 era, you better be careful when uttering the word fever. But rest assured, Biewer Fever is all about smiles and plenty of engaging inquisitiveness tossed in for good measure. Welcome the Biewer (pronounced Beaver) Terrier to the American Kennel Club’s full-fledged competition family in the Toy Group. As the AKC’s 197th recognized […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/biewer-terrier-akc-recognized-breed-2021/
| January 4, 2021
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Previously Aired Judges Education Webinar-2020
Monday, March 30 Welsh Springer Spaniel Tuesday, March 31 Belgian Laekenois Wednesday, April 1 Ibizan Hound Thursday, April 2 Puli Friday April 3 Airedale Terrier Monday, April 6 Sloughi Tuesday, April 7 Affenpinscher Wednesday, April 8 Lagotto Romagnolo Thursday, April 9 Rottweiler Monday, April 13 Finnish Spitz Tuesday, April 14 Welsh Terrier Wednesday, April 15 […]
https://www.akc.org/public-education/akc-education-webinar-series/previously-aired-judges-education-webinar-2020/
| December 1, 2020
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Expert Advice: Travel & Adventure
Dog Car Safety: Training Your Dog to Ride in the Car
Dog car safety keeps drivers, passengers, pets, and other people safe. Here's how to train your dog proper car manners for when you're on the road.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/travel/dog-car-safety-training/
| November 29, 2020
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Expert Advice: Feature
Why Are People Afraid of Black Dogs?
We know that people associate black cats with Halloween, but people are afraid of black dogs. Some cultures believe that black dogs are bad luck.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/why-people-afraid-black-dogs/
| October 13, 2020
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Expert Advice: Lifestyle
Working Dogs: Meet 31 Purposely-Bred Dogs
You may or may not know that each AKC registered breed is assigned to one of seven groups. In honor of Work Like a Dog Day on August 5, we're taking a closer look at the Working Group to see what these 31 beauties were bred to do. Akita This dignified and courageous Japanese breed was developed […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/working-group-dogs/
| August 1, 2020