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Expert Advice: Flea & Tick
Identifying Flea Bites on Dogs: Signs, Symptoms, and What to Look For
The best way to find out if your dog has fleas is to look for symptoms of flea bites on dogs. So what do flea bites look like on dogs?
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/flea-bites-on-dogs/
| March 25, 2022
Expert Advice: Health
Cushing’s Disease in Dogs: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Treatment for Cushing's Disease in Dogs is expensive and ongoing, and it requires consistent monitoring. Here's what symptoms to look for.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/cushings-disease-in-dogs/
| May 21, 2021
Expert Advice: Puppy Training
How to Potty Train a Dog When You Live in an Apartment
When you live in an apartment or high-rise, the logistics of getting a puppy outside when they have to go potty gets more difficult.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/potty-train-dog-in-apartment/
| February 18, 2020
Expert Advice: Training
How to Help Your Dog Love Children
Many dogs are apprehensive around kids, so it's important to train your dog how to behave around children while building plenty of positive associations.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/helping-your-dog-love-children/
| February 16, 2021
Expert Advice: Breeding Tips & Best Practices
Do Puppy Temperament Tests Predict Adult Dog Behavior?
Puppy temperament tests can be a helpful tool for breeders placing puppies in homes. But can they predict their behavior into adulthood?
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/puppy-temperament-tests/
| June 15, 2021
Expert Advice: Home & Living
How to Keep Your Dog Safe in Your Yard
There may be things in your yard that are potential hazards to dogs. Know what can be harmful to keep your dog safe.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/home-living/yard-safety/
| July 10, 2017
Expert Advice: Why does my dog...
Why Do Dogs Dig?
Digging is such a source of joy for so many dogs. Has your dog filled your yard with holes? Does your garden look like gophers had a wild party? Digging is a common problem behavior in dogs, and many dog owners suffer the consequences at some point. It can be challenging to prevent, and dangerous […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/advice/why-is-my-dog-digging/
| October 25, 2019
Expert Advice: General Health
Should Dogs Lick Wounds to Heal Them?
Dogs instinctively lick wounds, but should they? Dog saliva was long thought to have healing effects, but science shows licking may do more harm than good.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/should-dogs-lick-wounds/
| December 12, 2019
Expert Advice: Vitamins & Supplements
What Are Dog Supplements and What Do They Do?
What are the most popular dog supplements, and how might they help your pet's health? Learn more about dog supplements and their purposes.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/nutrition/popular-dog-supplements/
| May 4, 2020
Expert Advice: Common Conditions
IBD and IBS in Dogs: Signs, Symptoms, and Treatment
Know the signs of IBD and IBS and how to diagnose and treat them. IBS is less common in dogs than IBD, but can have many different causes.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/ibd-and-ibs-in-dogs/
| July 7, 2023