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Expert Advice: News
5 Ways to Support Local Dog Businesses During the Pandemic
As many Americans hunker down in their homes, emerging for only essential errands or obligations, small businesses and service industries are feeling their absence where it hurts the most – in their pocketbooks. The slowdown caused by the coronavirus containment is also affecting those who work in dog-related fields, including groomers, trainers and dog walkers, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/ways-to-support-your-local-dog-businesses-during-the-pandemic/
| March 19, 2020
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Expert Advice: Breeding & Whelping
AKC Breeder Spotlight: Jill DiGesare of Wiscoy Labrador Retrievers
Jill DiGesare of Eden, NY, has been involved in showing and breeding Labrador Retrievers under the Wiscoy prefix since the mid-1970s. DiGesare always keeps at the forefront of her breeding program the temperament, health, and type of her Labradors. She is a licensed AKC judge for Labrador Retrievers and has judged Lab specialty shows both […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/breeder-spotlight-jill-digesare-wiscoy-labrador-retrievers/
| March 19, 2020
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Expert Advice: Training
Canine Cavaletti: Equine Exercises You Can Do At Home With Your Dog
You may have an incredible canine conditioning secret tucked away in your garage, closet, or kitchen. Its name—cavaletti—sounds like something that should come with marinara sauce and meatballs. In reality, it's an Italian word meaning "little horse." Equine trainers developed cavaletti exercises, such as variations of stepping over poles, for horse conditioning. This tool migrated […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/canine-cavaletti-at-home-exercises-for-your-dog/
| March 18, 2020
Pages
Dog Themed Books for Grades K-6
Does your child love dogs and reading? Spend some time reading these awesome dog-themed books! Max Goes to the Moon by Jeffrey Bennett You can listen to astronaut Mike Hopkins read Max Goes to the Moon from the International Space Station! View here. Dex: The Heart of a Hero by Caralyn Buehner A scrappy Dachshund learns […]
https://www.akc.org/public-education/dog-themed-books-grades-k-6/
| March 18, 2020
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Expert Advice: Basic Training
How to Keep Up With Your Dog’s Training While Stuck Inside
Indoor dog training helps keep your dog engaged and active if you're stuck inside. Here are ways to make indoor dog training work for you and your dog.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/keep-up-with-your-dogs-training-indoors/
| March 18, 2020
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Expert Advice: Feature
Behind Bang Away: Breeder Friederun von Miran-Stockmann & Her Iconic Boxers
Dogs require a degree of sacrifice, which owners happily make for the pleasure of having them in our lives. We invest in quality veterinary care and the best dog food we can afford. We buy lint rollers in bulk and learn to live with saliva streaks on our glass doors and windows. And we scooch […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/vom-dom-boxers-and-bang-away/
| March 17, 2020
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Expert Advice: Training
How to Keep Your Dog Entertained Indoors
Cold temperatures and inclement weather can make it hard to do normal activities outdoor with your dog. Learn how to keep your dog entertained indoors.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/how-to-keep-your-dog-entertained-indoors/
| March 16, 2020
Legislative Alerts
California: Palm Springs to Vote on Thursday (3/19) on Breeder Restrictions. Act Now!
In addition to emergency measures to address the COVID-19 virus, the City Council of Palm Springs has stated they will continue with their full scheduled agenda at their meeting on Thursday, March 19. This includes a second reading on a proposal enacting breeder restrictions in the city. At their February meeting, the council gave initial […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/california-palm-springs-vote-thursday-3-19-breeder-restrictions-act-now/
| March 16, 2020
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Expert Advice: Puppy Health
Help Your Puppies Have Vet Visits With Less Stress
A vet visit is not typically high on any dog’s list of favorite things. For some, it can be so terrifying that it's almost impossible for veterinarians to provide important care. As a conscientious breeder, you are in the best position to set puppies up for success during the many vet visits that all dogs will make throughout their lives. The things that you are already doing […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/puppy-vet-visits-with-less-stress/
| March 16, 2020
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Expert Advice: News
Sheltering in Place With Your Dog During an Emergency or Disaster
Depending on the type and intensity of a natural disaster or pandemic, it may be safer for you and your dog to stay where you are than to evacuate. FEMA advises that sheltering in place is appropriate when “conditions require that you seek immediate protection in your home, place of employment, school, or other location […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/sheltering-place-dog-natural-disaster/
| March 14, 2020