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Expert Advice: Health
Does CBD Work for Dogs?
Does CBD work for dogs? It depends. Here's how to choose the best and safest CBD oil or CBD products for your dog based on available research.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/does-cbd-work-for-dogs/
| July 1, 2021
Expert Advice: Health
Canine CBD: What to Know
You may recognize the term CBD, which comes in many different forms. But can it be used safely for dogs? Learn more about canine CBD.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/canine-cbd/
| June 6, 2021
Expert Advice: Health
CBD Oil for Dogs: What You Need to Know
Dr. Jerry Klein gives the need-to-know information about using CBD oil to treat dogs. Learn what CBD oil is, what it does, side effects, and more.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/cbd-oil-dogs/
| February 24, 2021
Expert Advice: Health
How to Talk to Your Veterinarian About CBD Oil for Dogs
Questions about CBD oil for dogs? You may not get answers from your veterinarian. Our Chief Veterinarian, Dr. Jerry Klein, weighs in.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/talk-veterinarian-cbd-oil/
| January 8, 2021
Expert Advice: Health
Can CBD Oil Help Dogs With Epilepsy?
Can CBD oil help dogs with epilepsy and seizures? Anecdotal evidence suggests maybe — CBD oil may offer a treatment alternative for several illnesses, including canine epilepsy, but no in-depth studies have verified these claims. Cannabidiol (CBD) is an extract of the cannabis plant (marijuana). Unlike the major active ingredient of the plant, delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), CBD […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/cbd-oil-for-dog-seizures/
| January 8, 2021
Expert Advice: Health
Librela for Dogs: Uses, Side Effects, and Alternatives
Librela is a new pain management drug for canine osteoarthritis. Learn more about its advantages, limitations and when it is a suitable treatment option.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/librela-for-dogs/
| April 3, 2024
Expert Advice: Health
Colitis in Dogs: Signs, Symptoms, Treatment
Colitis in dogs is an inflammation of the colon, which is the large bowel or large intestine. If you think your dog has colitis, here's what to know.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/colitis-in-dogs/
| January 16, 2024
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Fetch News and Updates
January 2, 2024: We are pleased to announce the newest addition to the AKC Family Dog lineup – AKC Fetch. In AKC Fetch, dogs and their handlers have fun, get exercise, and they can earn four levels of AKC titles by demonstrating retrieving skills. AKC Fetch is designed for all breeds. Dogs who are at […]
https://www.akc.org/fetch/forms-for-judges/
| October 2, 2023
Clubs & Delegates
State Issues May 2023
News from the State Capitols Here are some highlights of state-level issues AKC GR is currently tracking. Alabama – SB 2 seeks to prohibit inmates from participating in training of dogs for tracking humans. AKC is monitoring this legislation, which was assigned to the Senate Veterans and Military Affairs Committee. Alabama – SB 242 seeks to remove the […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/state-issues-may-2023/
| May 22, 2023
Expert Advice: Health
Everything You Need to Know About Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever in Dogs
Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever (RMSF) is a potentially fatal tick-borne disease, but if caught early is usually curable. Know the signs!
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/rocky-mountain-spotted-fever-in-dogs-what-to-know/
| May 18, 2023