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Expert Advice: Fun With Your Dog
A Dog’s New Year’s Resolutions
Wonder what your dog's New Year's resolutions are? Take a look at some behavior changes that may be on your dog's mind.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/dogs-new-years-resolutions/
| December 22, 2022
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Expert Advice: Training
Setting Dog Training Goals for the New Year
Here are ways to set dog training goals for the new year and how to go about keeping these resolutions and achieving these attainable goals.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/new-year-dog-training-goals/
| December 22, 2022
Legislative Alerts
U.S. Congress: Impact of 2023 Omnibus Appropriations on Dog Policy and Care
On Tuesday, Congressional lawmakers released the final version of a must-pass $1.7 trillion fiscal year 2023 federal spending bill that provides funding for the U.S. Government. The agreement between House and Senate appropriators contains spending for several key areas impacting dogs. It also includes report language impacting canine policy, including legislative proposals AKC has tracked […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/u-s-congress-impact-2023-omnibus-appropriations-dog-policy-care/
| December 22, 2022
Press Releases
JUDITH M. RUSSELL NAMED 2022 AKC BREEDER OF THE YEAR
Judith M. Russell was presented with the 2022 AKC Breeder of the Year award for Karnovanda Kennels, Reg. Siberian Huskies at the AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin on Sunday, December 18, 2022. The annual award honors those breeders who have made an impact on their breed and dedicate their lives to improving the […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/judith-m-russell-named-2022-akc-breeder-year/
| December 22, 2022
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Expert Advice: Common Behavior Issues
How to Keep Your Dog Calm During Fireworks
Holidays with fireworks cause lots of loud noises, which can cause dog anxiety. Learn how to keep your dog calm during fireworks.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/how-to-keep-your-dog-calm-during-fireworks/
| December 22, 2022
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Expert Advice: Natural & Whole Foods
How a Diet Change Can Help Dogs With Sensitive Stomachs
This Is a Paid Advertisement for The Farmer's Dog For an animal with a reputation for having an iron constitution, capable of (and hell-bent on) eating anything in sight, dogs are surprisingly prone to upset stomachs and other digestive issues. There are countless causes of stomach upset, and diet is one huge factor in your […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/nutrition/diet-change-sensitive-stomach/
| December 21, 2022
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Expert Advice: Vet's Corner
What to Do if Your Dog Drinks Alcohol
"I host a lot of get-togethers in my home and my dog “works the room” begging for treats. Most of my guests know not to feed him, but I’m nervous he’ll lap up the alcoholic beverages left unattended without my knowledge. How much alcohol is too much? Are some alcohols more dangerous to dogs than […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/vets-corner/is-alcohol-dangerous-for-dogs/
| December 20, 2022
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Meet Terri Walker of Le Berger Bien Aime Pyrenean Shepherds
Terri Walker, of Le Berger Bien Aime (the beloved shepherd) in Tennessee, fell in love with Pyrenean Shepherds in the ’90s. She is involved in several international health initiatives on behalf of the breed, has hosted international forums, and written many breed-related articles. Terri is a long-standing member of the breed clubs in the US […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/meet-terri-walker-le-berger-bien-aime-pyrenean-shepherds/
| December 14, 2022
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Expert Advice: Breeding Tips & Best Practices
2023 Resolutions for Dog Breeders
I looked up and it is already mid-December! Where did the year 2022 go? All my friends seem to be asking the same question… I have always heard that time marches on, but this year it is in a full out sprint to the end! As I look back at 2022 and forward into 2023, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/2023-resolutions-dog-breeders/
| December 14, 2022
Legislative Alerts
New York: Bill Limiting Pet Choice, Breed Rescue on Governor’s Desk – Call Today!
A bill is pending on the New York governor’s desk that, if signed, will prohibit retail pet stores from selling any dogs or cats. Instead, they would only be allowed to “showcase” animals available for adoption from a shelter, rescue, or adoption agency that has no affiliation with breeders. New York residents are strongly encouraged […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/new-york-bill-limiting-pet-choice-breed-rescue-governors-desk-call-today/
| December 14, 2022