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German Shepherd Dog standing up on a tree trunk exploring a park.
Expert Advice: Dog Breeds Is a German Shepherd Dog a Good Fit for You?
Is a German Shepherd Dog right for you? Experts who know the breed will tell you that it all depends. Perhaps a better answer to the question "Which dog is right for you?" lies in a few bigger questions. What do you want in a dog? Where do you plan to take your dog? Gow […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/german-shepherd-dog-right-for-you/ | January 6, 2021
Pages Previously Aired AKC Education Webinars
[accordion] [accordion_panel title="2025"] Below you will find recording links and resources for webinars that aired in 2025. Once you click the recording link, you will be asked to enter your name and email address in order to access the recording. Webinar Topic Recording Link Neonate Navigation: Is that Normal? Wednesday, January 15, 2025 Coming Soon […]
https://www.akc.org/public-education/akc-education-webinar-series/previously-aired-akc-education-webinars/ | March 15, 2024
Expert Advice: Feature ‘Samara’ the Pyrenean Mastiff Shines as a Guardian and Therapy Dog
'Samara' the Pyrenean Mastiff Outshines as a Guardian and Therapy Dog
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/samara-pyrenean-mastiff/ | January 30, 2025
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
Legislative Alerts CT Alert: Hearing Monday – Oppose Patchwork Adoption of Pet Retail Rules
The Connecticut Joint Planning and Development Committee’s public hearing agenda for Monday, February 3, 2025, includes HB 6832, which would give Connecticut cities and towns the authority to locally ban pet retail sales of dogs, cats, and rabbits.  The American Kennel Club (AKC) opposes HB 6832 and encourages all concerned Connecticut residents to share their […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/ct-alert-hearing-monday-oppose-patchwork-adoption-pet-retail-rules/ | January 30, 2025
Legislative Alerts DeKalb Co., GA, Pet Breeder/Seller Restriction Ordinance on Agenda for 1/28/25
A problematic proposed dog ordinance in DeKalb County, Georgia—which, as currently worded, includes litter permits, litter limits, sales restrictions, and incomplete consumer protections—has been added to the Tuesday, January 28, 2025, agenda for the DeKalb County Board of Commissioners meeting.  As previously noted, County staff have reported that the ordinance is expected to be returned […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/dekalb-co-ga-pet-breeder-seller-restriction-ordinance-agenda-1-28-25/ | January 24, 2025
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
Clubs & Delegates State Issues January 2025
Twenty-six state legislatures and the District of Columbia are currently in session. The following are highlights of current, active legislation around the country:  Connecticut – S.B.166 would impose penalties to prevent fraud and abuse by persons claiming to have service animals.  It has been referred to the Joint Committee on Human Services.  Connecticut - S.B.182 […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/state-issues-january-2025/ | January 17, 2025
Legislative Alerts DeKalb Co., GA, Pet Breeder/Seller Restriction Ordinance Back Again for 1-21-25
In early December 2024, the DeKalb County, Georgia, Board of Commissioners deferred consideration of changes to its animal ordinance that AKC views as problematic for responsible dog breeders and owners.  As currently worded, it seeks to impose restrictions on breeders and anyone who transfers, gives away, or sells pets.  County staff have reported that the […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/dekalb-co-ga-pet-breeder-seller-restriction-ordinance-back-1-21-25/ | January 17, 2025
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