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Expert Advice: Health
Why Do Dogs Cough? Causes and Treatments
Why do dogs and puppies cough? Every dog or puppy coughs from time to time, but here's how to know when to call a vet for help.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/dog-cough-causes/
| January 20, 2020
Expert Advice: General Health
The Real Reason Your Dog Smells Like Fish
Dogs can smell like many things, depending on what they have most recently rolled in, but one of the more unpleasant aromas dogs commonly develop is one of fish. If your dog smells like fish, it is probably not because he figured out how to spray himself with Eau de Sardine. A fishy odor is […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/real-reason-dog-smells-like-fish/
| January 15, 2020
Expert Advice: Common Conditions
How to Stop Dog Farts
Whether they're silent but deadly or startlingly loud and smelly, dog farts are something that no one wants to deal with. Not only are these farts embarrassing for you and your guests, they indicate that your dog could be in pain from excess gas. While the occasional gaseous emission from your pooch is a normal and […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/how-to-stop-dog-farts/
| January 10, 2020
Expert Advice: Common Conditions
Worms in Dogs: Diagnosis, Prevention, and Treatments
Worms like roundworms, whipworms, and hookworms can be dangerous to your dog. Learn more about preventing worms plus diagnosis and treatment tips.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/worms-in-dogs/
| December 18, 2019
Expert Advice: Health
Holiday Safety For Dogs
There are many things that change in your home during the holidays. Packages and visitors come through the door, decorations adorn the house, big meals are made with special foods, and wrapped gifts surround a new tree in the main part of your home. As much fun as this can be, it can also pose […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/holiday-safety-for-dogs/
| December 9, 2019
Expert Advice: Events
Meet the Oldest Dogs Competing in Sports at the 2019 AKC National Championship
While owning a senior dog comes with its own set of challenges, it doesn't mean your dog sports days are behind you. Participating in dog sports with your dog can provide mental and physical exercise, the thrill of competition, and a chance for you both to have fun. With veterinarian approval, there are still many sports you and your dog can […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/meet-the-oldest-dogs-competing-in-sports-at-the-2019-akc-national-championship/
| December 6, 2019
Expert Advice: Breeding Tips & Best Practices
Silent Night: Understanding Why Dogs Bark & Creating a Quieter Kennel
Dogs bark. It's a fact of life that nearly all dog owners must accept. Barking is a self-rewarding behavior. But it is important for breeders and kennel owners to understand the different types of barking, and when it has turned into a problem behavior. Canine Sounds & What They Mean A bark or vocalization is not just a bark or a vocalization. A dog owner, breeder, or […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/create-a-quieter-kennel-by-understanding-why-dogs-bark/
| December 5, 2019
Expert Advice: Responsible Breeding
Everything You Need to Know About Breeder Contracts
Most of life's major acquisitions require a legal contract, from purchasing a house to leasing a car. Add to that list bringing home a purebred dog. Reputable breeders almost universally require anyone who provides a home to one of their dogs to sign a contract. But if you've never purchased a dog from a reputable […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/everything-you-need-to-know-about-breeder-contracts/
| November 27, 2019
Expert Advice: Training for Dog Sports
Sport Psychology: An Alternative Approach To Training & Competition In Dog Sports
Brenda Riemer grew up a California girl surrounded by sunshine, sand, and surf. These days, though, she struggles with another "S" element – snow. All of these, however, have sublimely shaped the dynamics affecting the sport psychologist/mental skills trainer and her approach to teaching dog handling seminars nationwide. “I hate snow," Riemer says. “I hate winter. As someone who grew up in L.A., driving […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/dog-sport-psychology-an-alternative-approach/
| November 21, 2019
Expert Advice: Conformation
Keeping Your Dog Occupied at Dog Shows
Keeping your dog occupied at dog shows is important, so they can be at their best once in the ring. Learn tips for keeping your dog good to go at dog shows.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/keeping-your-dog-occupied-at-dog-shows/
| November 20, 2019