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Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Collie History: From Queen Victoria to Lassie & Beyond
In 2014, DreamWorks Animation announced that it was putting Lassie on the comeback trail, but not in the way you might think. “We realized that Lassie has an authenticity that makes her a merchandising holy grail,” DreamWorks executive Michael Francis crowed to The New York Times. Francis (the man behind Target’s fabulously successful Bull Terrier […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/collie-history-queen-victoria-lassie-beyond/
| March 21, 2022
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Expert Advice: Breed History
Samoyed History: Arctic Working Sled Dogs
January 1952: The luxury passenger train City of San Francisco labored through deep snows and the winds of a fierce blizzard in the Sierra Mountains. With a final clatter, the train ground to a halt, snowbound with 226 passengers onboard—trapped in the infamous Donner Pass. Desperate to clear the tracks, Southern Pacific tried everything— and […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/samoyed-history-arctic-working-sled-dogs/
| March 7, 2022
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Expert Advice: Puppy Training
The Ins and Outs of Potty Pad Training
If you want to include potty pads in your puppy’s housetraining routine, read on for tips on how to potty train a puppy on pads.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/the-ins-and-outs-of-potty-pad-training/
| March 4, 2022
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Expert Advice: Grooming
Finding the Right Shampoo for Your Dog
Wavy, curly, silky, short, double, dense, wooly, corded – dog coats are definitely not all the same. There’s a wide variation from breed to breed and among individual dogs. Not all dog shampoos are good for every dog, but how do you choose which is the best for your pet? Finding a shampoo that is […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/dog-shampoos/
| March 3, 2022
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Expert Advice: Breed History
Beagle History: From Ancient Small Pack-Hounds to Snoopy
The combination of talents and physical traits has given the Beagle a singular spot in American culture. Read more about the history of this quintessential family dog.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/beagle-history/
| February 28, 2022
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Expert Advice: General Nutrition
How to Pick Safe, Edible Dog Chews
Edible dog chews make a great snack for active chewers. Here's how to know which type of chews are right for your dog and are safe to enjoy.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/nutrition/choosing-edible-chews-for-dogs/
| February 24, 2022
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Icelandic Sheepdog History: Beloved Scandinavian Symbol
The Icelandic Sheepdog's roots go back more than a thousand years. About 1,100 years ago, Norse settlers sailed west across the Norwegian Sea to Iceland. These seafaring pioneers set about creating a new Scandinavian country on the otherwise uninhabited island. Among the cultural touchstones they brought from Norway were the Nordic language and a taste […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/icelandic-sheepdog-history-beloved-scandinavian-symbol/
| February 22, 2022
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Golden Retriever vs. Labrador Retriever: Similarities & Differences
They are two of the most well-known and beloved breeds – the Labrador Retriever and the Golden Retriever. In fact, the active Labrador is the most popular breed based on AKC registration statistics, an honor they've held since 1991. And devoted Goldens aren't far behind, ranking number four in 2020. You might be familiar with […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/golden-retriever-versus-labrador-retriever-do-you-know-the-difference/
| February 14, 2022
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Newfoundland Breed History: North America’s Water Rescue Dog
The Newfoundland holds a rich and noble place in history. These benevolent giants, best known as working companions and natural swimmers, have an instinctive drive to protect the waterfront and rescue people in distress – particularly those in water. Heroic tales abound of the powerful, bearlike dogs braving icy seas to rescue stranded boaters and […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/newfoundland-breed-history-north-americas-water-rescue-dog/
| February 14, 2022
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Expert Advice: Events
Watch AKC Dog Sports on ESPN This Sunday
Not interested in watching the Big Game this Sunday? Want a break from football? Switch the channel to ESPN to enjoy highlights from the AKC National Championship at 8 p.m. ET and highlights from the AKC K9 Detection Dog Challenge at 9 p.m. ET on Sunday, February 13. Check your local provider for your channel. […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/how-to-watch-akc-dog-sports-espn/
| February 9, 2022