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Expert Advice: Common Conditions
Cloudy Eyes in Dogs: What to Know
When you see dogs with cloudy eyes, it may be a natural part of the aging process. But cloudy eyes in dogs can also be a symptom of eye problems.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/cloudy-eyes-in-dogs/
| January 9, 2021

Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
15 Popular Presidents and Their Dogs
From Washington's Foxhounds to Obama's famous Portuguese Water Dogs, presidential dogs are as traditional as baseball and apple pie. Almost all of our presidents have shared the White House with a dog, and often more than one. These presidential dogs became as much a staple of the capitol as the rest of the First Family […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/15-popular-presidents-and-their-pups/
| February 3, 2023

Expert Advice: Health
How to Keep Your Dog’s Mind Sharp
Giving your dog’s mind a workout has many benefits for your dog, as well as for you, and is easier and more fun than you might think.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/how-to-keep-your-dogs-mind-sharp/
| November 11, 2016

Expert Advice: Health
Seborrhea in Dogs: Signs, Symptoms, Treatment
Seborrhea in dogs can cause flaking skin, oily skin and coat, and odor. Learn to recognize and treat this skin condition.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/seborrhea-in-dogs/
| January 16, 2024

Expert Advice: Puppy Health
When Can My Puppy Meet Other Dogs?
Early socialization is important. But it's also important to keep your puppy safe. Here's when to have your puppy meet other dogs.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/can-puppy-meet-dogs/
| October 11, 2021

Expert Advice: Fitness & Exercise
The Southwest Obedience Club of Los Angeles Goes the Distance with AKC FIT DOG
Whether they're going solo or in a group, dog owners are taking part in AKC FIT DOG challenges to keep themselves and their dogs in shape. One such group is members of the Southwest Obedience Club of Los Angeles, who found their love of fitness together — almost by accident.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/akc-fit-dog-southwest-obedience-club-of-los-angeles/
| January 8, 2024

Expert Advice: Lifestyle
15 Dog Movies for Every Dog Lover
Looking for something for your family to watch on your next movie night? Check out our picks for the best dog movies for all ages.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/dog-movies/
| January 18, 2017

Expert Advice: Health
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) in Dogs: What to Know
Do you suspect your dog is having vision trouble? Perhaps they're nervous in dimly lit spaces or bumping into things in unfamiliar environments. Although many conditions could be responsible for your dog's vision loss, one possible cause is progressive retinal atrophy, also known as PRA. This is a genetic disease of the retina in the […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/progressive-retinal-atrophy/
| October 20, 2022

Expert Advice: Lifestyle
10 Science-Based Benefits of Having a Dog
The benefits of having a dog are rooted in scientific facts. Learn about how dog ownership can benefit your health and social life.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/10-science-based-benefits-dog/
| October 20, 2020

Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Top 10 Breeds of the 1950s
The only breed to rank in the top ten breeds every decade since the founding of the American Kennel Club became the nation’s top breed in the 1950s—the Beagle. Not coincidentally, Charles Schultz’s pet Beagle, Snoopy, made his illustrious first appearance in national newspapers on October 4, 1950, and swiftly became a pop phenomenon. The […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/top-ten-breeds-of-the-1950s/
| February 13, 2015