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Chihuahua chewing on a bone in the grass.
Expert Advice: Nutrition Can Dogs Eat Pork Bones?
Can dogs eat pork bones? It's not advisable for them to do so. Here's why you should avoid giving your dog pork bones and what to do if they do eat one.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/nutrition/can-dogs-eat-pork-bones/ | August 25, 2022
Anatolian Shepherd walking amongst a herd of sheep.
Expert Advice: Dog Breeds Working Dogs: Meet 32 Purposely-Bred Dogs
Each AKC-recognized breed is assigned to one of seven groups. We're taking a closer look at the Working Group to see what these 32 breeds were bred to do.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/working-group-dogs/ | August 1, 2020
sad pure-bred dog, puppy Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, lie, close up muzzle
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
Bullmastiff puppies playing with toys in the grass.
Expert Advice: Puppy Training Keep Your Puppy Active and Out of Trouble With Stimulation and Exercise
For a healthy and socialized puppy, it’s important to provide physical exercise and mental stimulation. Here are some activities for training your puppy.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/puppy-active-stimulation-and-exercise/ | May 7, 2019
Expert Advice: Why is my dog... Why Is My Dog Chasing Everything?
Does your dog chase cars, bikes, skateboarders, squirrels, or other wildlife? You aren't alone. The good news is that it's possible to train your dog to ignore the temptation to chase and even channel that desire into games and sports.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/advice/why-is-my-dog-chasing-everything/ | October 4, 2019
Expert Advice: Basic Training Is Your Dog Ready To Be Off-Leash?
Many dog owners are eager to give their dogs the opportunity to run off-leash. Here's how to know if your dog is ready for that privilege.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/dog-ready-to-be-off-leash/ | September 21, 2022
Expert Advice: Dog Breeding New Years Resolutions for Breeders – From the Dog’s Point of View
After my 2024 article, someone asked me to do the next New Year’s Resolution article from our dogs’ perspectives. So, I am going to put my best foot forward in an open and honest attempt to tell you what I think our dogs may want us to resolve to do in 2025! First, we must […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/new-years-resolutions-breeders-dogs-point-view/ | January 21, 2025
Miniature American Shepherd at the AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin.
Expert Advice: Breed History Miniature American Shepherd Breed History: From Medium to Small-Sized Equine and Personal Companion
An affinity for horses, gutsy herding talent, and pick-up-and-go portability helped make the Miniature American Shepherd a rising star in the late 1960s.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/miniature-american-shepherd-history/ | December 24, 2024
Siberian Husky puppy laying in the grass howling.
Expert Advice: Why does my dog... Can Huskies Talk and What Are They Saying?
Huskies have an amazing range of vocalizations, as any Husky owner knows. They howl, yelp, whine, and scream. But can Huskies talk?
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/advice/can-huskies-talk/ | September 29, 2022
Puppy being trained in the grass.
Expert Advice: Puppy Information New Puppy Checklist: Gear You’ll Need for Your New Dog
Before you welcome a new puppy into your home, you'll need to make sure your space is ready for them. But raising a puppy isn’t easy. Puppies require a lot of attention and care, so making a checklist of what you'll need is suggested, and picking up these basics for your new puppy is a great […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/puppy-information/new-puppy-checklist/ | March 23, 2023
Pages AKC Detection Dog Webinars
[accordion] [accordion_panel title="2025"] Nicholas King Presents ‘Selection & Development of Working Canines’ Webinar January 10, 2025 On Wednesday, the AKC Detection Dog Task Force (DDTF) welcomed industry expert and Patriotic Puppy Program Mentor, Nicholas King, of Von Der King Kennels and Training (VDK) for its latest educational webinar, “Selection & Development of Working Canines”. King […]
https://www.akc.org/akc-detection-dog-task-force/webinars/ | May 2, 2022
Pages Competition/Titles Update Spring 2023
We have some big news to report about All-Americans succeeding at earning the top titles and honors in Agility, Coursing Ability, Fast CAT, Rally, Obedience, Scent Work, Tracking, and Trick Dog. Many dogs are also having success in AKC’s Virtual Titling programs! Agility Congratulations to these dogs who have added more MACH titles to their […]
https://www.akc.org/register/information/canine-partners/newsletter/competition-titles-update-spring-2023/ | June 8, 2023
Expert Advice: Obedience ‘Dreamer’ the Kromfohrlander Represents Rare Breed at 2024 AKC Obedience Classic
A memorable trip to Germany gave Cynthia Heyman an opportunity to visit family, tour the Rhine River, and meet her dream dog, aptly named "Dreamer."
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/obedience-classic-kromfohrlander-dreamer/ | December 9, 2024
Expert Advice: Dog Behavior Why Does My Dog Eat Toilet Paper?
There are many reasons why your dog may eat toilet paper. Here's how to keep your dog from eating toilet paper before they damage their digestive system.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/dog-eats-toilet-paper/ | August 21, 2020
Expert Advice: Health Tummy Troubles: When Does Dog Vomiting Require Veterinary Care?
When your dog is showing signs of illness or injury, you become a first responder, assessing your patient and determining what type of care—if any—he requires. For a vomiting dog, ask the following questions: Does he look sick? If your dog is—on one extreme—lying down and uninterested in the surroundings as well as vomiting, it’s […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/tummy-troubles-dog-vomiting-require-veterinary-care/ | May 26, 2020
Two Shih Tzu with pet clips together in the grass.
Expert Advice: Dog Breeds The Shih Tzu’s Purpose: To Please People for a Thousand Years
With their delicate appearance and small size, Shih Tzu now fulfill their ancient role as canine comforters in ways their Imperial breeders never imagined.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/shih-tzus-purpose-please-people-thousand-years/ | October 2, 2020
Black Labrador Retriever in a field
Expert Advice: AKC Family Dog AKC Patriotic Puppy Program Builds Confidence With New Course
Training dogs has been a way of life for Roxane Dutson since she was a teen. She taught the family dogs tricks and then became involved in competition through an obedience training group. “My love for working with dogs became stronger as my husband and I got our first Labrador in 1996,” Dutson says. “From […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/family-dog/akc-patriotic-puppy-program-confident-puppy-course/ | August 8, 2022
Expert Advice: Common Conditions Why Dogs Eat Poop and How to Stop It
Of all the odd habits our dogs have—drinking toilet water, rolling in dead things, licking their butts— nothing disgusts most dog owners more than knowing that dogs eat poop sometimes. A dog's motivation for eating poop isn't to gross us humans out, but the act of eating poop certainly disgusts us. So much so, in […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/why-dogs-eat-poop/ | June 29, 2022
Senior Golden Retriever laying down in the grass.
Expert Advice: Senior Dog Health Preventing Obesity in Senior Dogs
Like the humans who care for them, older dogs are not exempt from gaining weight. Here's how to prevent canine obesity in senior dogs.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/preventing-obesity-in-senior-dogs/ | April 6, 2021
Chihuahua sitting outdoors in the snow in a pink winter coat.
Expert Advice: Dog Gear & Accessories Does My Dog Need a Winter Coat? Choosing the Best Winter Coat for Your Dog
Do all dogs need a winter coat? If so, what are the best winter coats for dogs? We break down our favorites for dogs of all sizes and breeds.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/dog-winter-coat/ | January 25, 2023

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