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Legislative Alerts
Ask Your New York State Assemblyperson and State Senator to Support Bills Allowing Dogs in State Parks
New York Assembly Bill 6244 and Senate Bill 4993 will allow responsible dog owners more opportunities to enjoy outdoor activities and socialization with their well-behaved pets, while still protecting and respecting the ability of all New Yorkers to enjoy state parks. New York residents are encouraged to use the information below to contact your state […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/ask-new-york-state-assemblyperson-state-senator-support-bills-allowing-dogs-state-parks/
| January 24, 2024
Expert Advice: Dog Breeding
Get Your Pet Meds from the Place That Knows Your Dog Best
AKC, North America’s largest not-for-profit dog registry and leading advocate for dogs, has partnered with Allivet, an award-winning pet pharmacy, to bring you AKCRx – your new go-to source for all your pet med needs. As a responsible dog owner, you want to provide the best care for your dog, especially when it comes to […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/get-pet-meds-place-knows-dog-best/
| January 17, 2024
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: Health
Dog Pneumonia: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
Dog pneumonia has many causes from viruses to bacteria to inhaled foreign particles. Learn to recognize the signs and treatment options for your dog.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/dog-pneumonia/
| January 11, 2024
Expert Advice: Health
Unknown Canine Respiratory Illness: What We Know So Far
An unknown canine respiratory illness has become increasingly prevalent over the past few months in many states. Here's what we know so far.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/unknown-canine-respiratory-illness/
| December 11, 2023
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| December 11, 2023
Expert Advice: Health
Intervertebral Disk Disease in Dogs: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Intervertebral disc disease (IVDD) in dogs is a neurologic condition affecting the spinal cord. It can range in severity, from pain to paralysis.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/intervertebral-disk-disease-dogs/
| October 24, 2023
Legislative Alerts
UPDATE—Floyd Co., GA: Vote to Require Mandatory Spay/Neuter of Dogs Is TUESDAY, 10/10/23
Updated October 6, 2023 with email addresses for Floyd County Commissioners. Please scroll down to view this new contact information. URGENT: Please share this information with dog owners, breeders, conformation and event participants, sportsmen, and hunters in Floyd County, Georgia. A brief public hearing and vote to enact mandatory spay/neuter of dogs 6 months of […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/update-floyd-co-ga-vote-require-mandatory-spay-neuter-dogs-tuesday-10-10-23/
| October 6, 2023
Legislative Alerts
Floyd Co., GA: Vote to Require Mandatory Spay/Neuter of Dogs Is TUESDAY, 10/10/23
URGENT: Please share this information with dog owners, breeders, conformation and event participants, sportsmen, and hunters in Floyd County, Georgia. A brief public hearing and vote to enact mandatory spay/neuter of dogs 6 months of age and older is scheduled for next Tuesday morning, October 10, 2023, at 9:30am by the Floyd County, GA, Board […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/floyd-co-ga-vote-require-mandatory-spay-neuter-dogs-tuesday-10-10-23/
| October 5, 2023
Expert Advice: Health
Pyoderma in Dogs: What You Need to Know
Many dermatological conditions cause flaky, inflamed, itchy skin for our pups, but one of the most commonly diagnosed skin diseases is pyoderma in dogs.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/pyoderma-in-dogs/
| August 9, 2023