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Expert Advice: Lifestyle
Why Do Dogs Tilt Their Heads?
It’s irresistibly cute. A dog with a head cocked to the side makes us smile, and it’s hard not to shower him with praise, pats, or treats. But why do dogs tilt their heads? Do they know how adorable they look, or is something else going on? According to Los Angeles-based certified applied animal behaviorist […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/why-do-dogs-tilt-their-heads/
| January 29, 2019
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Expert Advice: Fun Facts
The Terrier Group: Planet Earthdog
Among the marvels of human ingenuity is the way various breeds of dog were developed, mentally and physically, to tackle specific jobs. Consider the farmer’s eternal war against rodents and other burrowing mammals that devastate grain stores, raid henhouses, tear up fields, dig away riverbanks, and carry disease. As their number-one weapon in subterranean warfare, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/the-terrier-group-planet-earthdog/
| January 28, 2019
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Expert Advice: Lifestyle
What Were Toy Group Dogs Bred to Do?
Toy dogs are more than just small. Learn more about each of the Toy Group breeds and find out what exactly these adorable dogs were bred to do.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/toy-group-dogs/
| January 25, 2019
Press Releases
2019 AKC National Championship Judging Panel Now Available
The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) is pleased to announce the judging panel for the 2019 AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin to be held at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida on Saturday, December 14 and Sunday, December 15, 2019. The 2019 event will showcase the top national and international canine athletes […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/2019-akc-national-championship-judging-panel-now-available/
| January 23, 2019
Clubs & Delegates
State Issues January 2019
Here are some highlights of state-level issues AKC GR is currently tracking. Visit the 2019 Legislation Tracking page and click on your state to get the latest updates on state bills monitored by the AKC. Idaho – Senate Bill 1312 would increase penalties for any person who purposely injures or harasses a service dog or a service […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/state-issues-january-2019/
| January 22, 2019
Clubs & Delegates
New Year, New Dog Laws – Make Sure You are in Compliance
2018 was another busy year for AKC Government Relations, its state federations, and responsible dog owners and breeders advocating for dogs. Over 2,100 bills impacting animals were monitored by AKC Government Relations department. Several new laws impacting dog owners and breeders were enacted over the past year. It is imperative for responsible owners to ensure […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/new-year-new-dog-laws-make-sure-compliance/
| January 22, 2019
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Expert Advice: Common Conditions
Dog Obesity: Why It’s Important To Manage Your Dog’s Weight
Plump puppies may be cute, but when it comes to canine health, lean is better. Still, as is true with humans, too many dogs are overweight, according to the Association For Pet Obesity Prevention (APOP). In its eighth annual survey of the girth of American pets, released in March 2015, the organization found that 53 […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/fat-dogs-and-dog-obesity/
| January 22, 2019
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
How to Get More Involved in Nose Work
There are many types of nose work for dogs, from scent work to various sports like tracking, earthdog, search and rescue, or barn hunt.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/akc-scent-work-nose-work-activities/
| January 18, 2019
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Expert Advice: Fun With Your Dog
Why Not Give AKC Scent Work a Try?
The sport of AKC Scent Work® makes a game out of your dog’s favorite activity — sniffing. Scent work asks a dog to locate a hidden cotton swab scented with essential oil. Besides being incredibly fun, the sport has many benefits, and any dog, purebred or mixed breed, is welcome to compete. Why Try Scent […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/why-not-give-akc-scent-work-a-try/
| January 15, 2019
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Expert Advice: Fitness & Exercise
Getting the Overweight Dog in Shape
An important aspect of being a responsible dog owner is being sure your dog is in shape. No matter how cute an overweight dog is, they could still be at risk for health problems. Certain breeds will be affected more than others by even the slightest weight gain, so it’s important to maintain your dog’s […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/getting-the-overweight-dog-in-shape/
| January 14, 2019