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Expert Advice: Dog Gear & Accessories
Choosing the Right Collar for Your Dog
The right dog collar isn't just a fashion choice; it should be safe, secure, and comfortable. So what goes into choosing the right dog collar?
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/choosing-right-dog-collar/
| June 26, 2024
Expert Advice: Feature
Using Fast CAT as an Outlet for Pembroke Welsh Corgi ‘Lily’s’ Endless Stream of Energy
Nancy Carey relies on Fast CAT to help burn her Pembroke Welsh Corgi 'Lily's' energy, and it's turned into a passion for pet and owner.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/fastest-dogs-usa-corgi-lily/
| June 11, 2025
Expert Advice: Fun With Your Dog
What to Know If You’re Bringing Your Dog to a Pride Parade
Pride parades and festivals are often annual events that take place around the world to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community. Can you bring your dog?
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/dog-pride-parade/
| June 10, 2025
Expert Advice: Puppy Information
What’s the Best Age to Bring Your New Puppy Home?
Bringing home a puppy who is too young can have lasting effects. So what is the ideal age for a puppy to be when you welcome him into your home?
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/puppy-information/best-age-bring-puppy-home/
| February 19, 2021
Expert Advice: DIY Projects
7 Things You Can Do With Your Dog’s Fur
Have a lot of dog fur in your home but don't want to waste it? Here are seven ways to craft or improve your yard with your dog's hair.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/things-you-can-do-with-dog-fur/
| September 12, 2022
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: Breeding Tips & Best Practices
Everything You Need to Know About Dogs in Heat
How often do dogs go into heat? What does a dog's heat cycle look like? Learn more about the signs of a dog in heat, and how to care for dogs in heat.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/dogs-in-heat/
| July 30, 2015
Expert Advice: Dog Behavior
The Importance of Small Breed Puppy Socialization
When you bring home a small breed puppy, it's important to begin socializing that puppy early on to set them up for success throughout their life.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/socialize-small-dogs/
| April 25, 2025
Expert Advice: Breed History
Dogo Argentino History: From Argentine Grasslands to Global Recognition
The Dogo Argentino's history goes back to mid-1920s when a teenager had a vision of the ultimate big-game hunting dog. Learn more about the breed's origins.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/dogo-argentino-history/
| August 27, 2020
Expert Advice: Common Conditions
Can Dogs Get Hemorrhoids?
Although dogs don't get hemorrhoids, they can have problems with their anus and rectum, just like people can. Learn what signs to watch for.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/can-dogs-get-hemorrhoids/
| October 12, 2022
Expert Advice: Dog Breeding
Spring Cleaning Tips for Kennels
I can hardly wait for warm weather to get here and stay here. This winter in my area has been a long hard one. In my last spring cleaning article, we covered several tasks that are helpful for breeders and kennel owners to do before spring springs! I will cover them again here and add […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/spring-cleaning-tips-kennels/
| March 19, 2025
Expert Advice: Flea & Tick
Ehrlichiosis in Dogs: What You Need to Know
Being proactive with tick prevention helps protect your dog from nasty tick-borne diseases, including ehrlichiosis. Learn more about ehrlichiosis in dogs.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/ehrlichiosis-in-dogs/
| April 20, 2023
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: Home & Living
Household Hazards for Dogs: Beware of These Potentially Dangerous Items
Keep your dog safe by learning which household items could be extremely harmful to them. Make sure to keep these safely away from your pet.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/home-living/household-hazards-poisons-for-dogs/
| March 19, 2018
Expert Advice: Why does my dog...
Why Does My Dog Kick the Grass After Pooping?
When you let your dog outdoors to take care of business and notice them kicking grass, sand, and dirt behind them, it's easy to think that the behavior is just a way to keep their area clean. In truth, it's actually a safety mechanism and an important part of how dogs communicate as a species. […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/advice/dog-kicks-poop-behavior/
| September 22, 2020
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
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
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
Sports & Events
AKC Agility League Spotlight: Coonhound Shines in Agility & More
The Spotlight shines on a dog representing Coonhounds – breeds not often seen in the agility ring. Barley is a handsome Treeing Walker Coonhound who not only holds his Novice Agility titles and runs agility on his League team in Ohio – he is the top TWC in AKC Fast CAT in the nation! His […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/agility/in-the-zone/akc-agility-league-spotlight-coonhound-shines-agility/
| July 2, 2025
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Competition/Titles Update Spring 2025
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! AGILITY AGCH (Agility Grand Champion) AGCH MACH6 PACH3 Patterday's Rocky Raccoon MXS2 PAD MJG2 PJD MXP8 MXPG PADP MJP9 MJPG PJDP PAX3 MFB MFPS […]
https://www.akc.org/register/information/canine-partners/newsletter/competition-titles-update-spring-2025/
| June 6, 2025