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Expert Advice: Feature
USPS Releases Stamps Honoring Military Working Dogs
The U.S. Postal Service has just released a series of beautiful stamps honoring the brave dogs who work with the U.S. military. These stamps were first made available on August 1 when they were unveiled at a dedication ceremony. The stamps are designed with a white star in the background, along with red, white, and blue colors […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/usps-releases-stamps-honoring-military-working-dogs/
| August 9, 2019
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Expert Advice: News
Time to Celebrate: The AKC Puppy Pack Turns One!
Can you believe the AKC Puppy Pack puppies are about to turn ONE? If you don't already know, the AKC Puppy Pack is a group of dogs we have followed on Instagram from birth through every first achievement in year one of life. What better way to celebrate than with a birthday party? All seven dogs are […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/puppy-pack-first-birthday/
| August 1, 2019
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Expert Advice: Grooming
Top 7 Best Pet Massage Tools for Dogs
Looking for the best pet massage tools? It's no secret that pets, like many humans, love a massage. And as with people, the feel-good benefits of a massage can have a meaningful impact on overall mental and physical health. It's true, a massage can help your dog by reducing stress, anxiety, and aches and pains, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/best-pet-massage-tools/
| July 29, 2019
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Expert Advice: Dog Gear & Accessories
Celebrate Shark Week With These 10 Shark Products for Dogs
As summer comes to its peak with ice cream, barbecues, and pool time, don't forget about one of the coolest events on television: Shark Week. The famous, sharp-toothed celebratory week is hosted by Discovery and is set to be comprised of 20 hours of programming lasting an entire seven days. Shark Week will run from […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/shark-week-products-for-your-dog/
| July 10, 2019
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Diet-Associated Dilated Cardiomyopathy in Dogs
In response to recently reported warnings from the FDA, the AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF) announces research funding for a scientific study of diet-associated dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) in dogs. With a grant from CHF Grant 02661: Investigation into Diet-Associated Dilated Cardiomyopathy in Dogs, a multi-institutional team of veterinary cardiologists and nutritionists will prospectively screen a […]
https://www.akc.org/breeder-programs/akc-breeder-of-merit-program/inner-circle-newsletter/diet-associated-dilated-cardiomyopathy-dogs/
| June 25, 2019
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Expert Advice: General Health
How to Keep Your Dog Healthy
It's important to know how to keep your dog healthy. Here are some of the key ways to maintain your dog's health, inside and out.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/how-to-keep-your-dog-healthy/
| June 16, 2019
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Expert Advice: Dog Gear & Accessories
Products to Help Keep Your Dog Cool on Hot Days
Here are some products that will keep your dog cool this summer. From portable water bowls cooling vests, help your dog beat the heat!
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/products-keep-dog-cool-hot-weather/
| June 11, 2019
Clubs & Delegates
What’s New from GR May 2019
What's New from Government Relations While some state legislatures are winding down for the year, twenty-seven are still in session, as well as Congress. AKC Government Relations has been very busy on federal issues, including closely monitoring and responding to the USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (USDA APHIS)’s request for public comments on […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/whats-new-gr-may-2019/
| May 28, 2019
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Expert Advice: Dental Health
Best Dog Toothpaste for Dogs and Puppies
We make a routine out of brushing our teeth every day, but many dog owners don't brush their dogs' teeth at all. Periodontal disease is the most common clinical condition in adult dogs according to the AKC Canine Health Foundation. So, to help prevent illness and keep your dog healthy, it's important to brush your […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/dog-toothpaste-gets-job-done/
| May 2, 2019
Legislative Alerts
CT UPDATE: Committee Decides Against Retail Sourcing Restrictions, Seeks to Study Impact Instead
Tuesday, March 26, 2019 The Connecticut Joint Committee on Environment held a hearing on March 1 on HB 5386, which sought to implement a law prohibiting pet stores from sourcing dogs or cats from anywhere but animal shelters and rescues, similar to legislation passed in California in 2018. The American Kennel Club (AKC) submitted testimony […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/ct-update-committee-decides-retail-sourcing-restrictions-seeks-study-impact-instead/
| March 26, 2019