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Expert Advice: Common Behavior Issues
Is Your Dog Stressing You Out?
We all love our dogs, but sometimes living with them is frustrating, especially if you have a young puppy or a dog with behavioral challenges. Unfortunately, when people are stressed, they sometimes take their frustration out on their dogs. This manifests in many different ways, whether it's mocking, speaking cruelly, or ignoring their dog upon […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/is-your-dog-stressing-you-out/
| February 16, 2022
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Australian Cattle Dog “Millie” Conquers Dock Diving, Flyball, & More
As Kayla Stanley was taking photos at her local dog club in 2018, she realized she wanted her own dogs to get in on the fun. But at the time she only had two older dogs and a Beagle who weren't interested in dog sports. Kayla told her husband they needed another dog just for […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/australian-cattle-dog-millie-conquers-dock-diving-flyball-more/
| February 16, 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/
| February 14, 2022
Legislative Alerts
Virginia: Update – Pet Shop Spay/Neuter Bill Continued Until 2023
The Virginia Senate Agriculture, Conservation, and Natural Resources Committee (ACNR) voted 10-0 at its recent meeting to continue Senate Bill 89 to next year. As introduced, Senate Bill 89 would amend existing Code of Virginia section 3.2-6510 by adding language stating that “No pet shop shall sell a dog or cat unless such dog or cat […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/virginia-update-pet-shop-spay-neuter-bill-continued-2023/
| February 11, 2022
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Expert Advice: Home & Living
What to Do if You Inherit Someone Else’s Dog
Nothing about the passing of a loved one is easy. But what is already a painful and stress-filled situation might be made more stressful if you've inherited your loved one's dog, especially if you weren't prepared for the challenge of welcoming a new pet into your life. Here's what you need to know if you're […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/home-living/inherit-someone-elses-dog/
| February 10, 2022
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Expert Advice: Training
Are Your Dog Training Expectations Too High?
Do you feel like your dog isn’t living up to your expectations? If you constantly feel discouraged or disappointed in your dog or your training sessions, chances are it’s because your expectations are too high or unrealistic. Setting realistic training expectations is important regardless of whether you’re taking your first dog to puppy kindergarten or are competing […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/are-your-training-expectations-too-high/
| February 9, 2022
Sports & Events
Junior Report: Savanna Michalak
My name is Savanna Michalak and I am ten years old. I was born with a lazy left eye, which my ophthalmologist diagnosed as right intermittent exotropia. My eye would wander off to the side without me knowing and without me being able to control it. My parents took me to University Children's Eye Center […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/juniors/junior-resources/junior-spotlight/junior-report-savanna-michalak/
| January 31, 2022
Sports & Events
Junior Report: Charley Newlen
My name is Charley Newlen, and I am 11 years old. I am from Bakersfield, California, just north of the Los Angeles area. I show an Australian Shepard named Gracie May. Gracie is seven years old, and I have been training Gracie for three years. I got Gracie as a puppy, but she was never […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/juniors/junior-resources/junior-spotlight/junior-report-charley-newlen/
| January 31, 2022
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Expert Advice: Conformation
Irish Terrier in NYC Becomes Unexpected Champion Show Dog
The story of “Woodbine, the Pandemic Puppy” starts with Christmas 2019 when James Canavan surprised his wife, Breedette Hayes, with a gift book, “The Curious History of Irish Dogs,” by David Blake Knox. “We live in New York City but are originally from Ireland, so we were keen to learn more about native breeds,” says […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/irish-terrier-unexpected-champion-show-dog/
| January 28, 2022
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Expert Advice: Studies
Would Your Dog Give You Treats If They Could?
You do so much for your dog – from walks, to meals, to games of fetch. And your dog pays you back in their own canine way. For example, they bark to protect you and comfort you when you're down. But would your dog do that for just about anybody or do all your efforts […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/would-your-dog-give-you-treats-if-they-could/
| January 25, 2022