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Expert Advice: General Health
Amitriptyline Hydrochloride for Dogs: Uses, Side Effects, and Alternatives
Amitriptyline, which goes by the brand name Elavil, is prescribed as an off-label treatment for generalized anxiety and separation anxiety in dogs.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/amitriptyline-hydrochloride-for-dogs/
| June 20, 2024
Expert Advice: Dog Athletes
It’s Not Fiction: ‘Watson’ Competes at AKC Disc Dog Challenge
Linda Shoenberger gets excited each time she gets to play Disc Dog with her Australian Shepherd, "Watson." They competed at the 2024 AKC Disc Dog Challenge.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/disc-dog-challenge-watson/
| June 10, 2024
Expert Advice: Alternative Medicine
Medicinal Mushrooms for Dogs: Uses, Side Effects, and Alternatives
You may have considered mushrooms' health benefits for humans, but what about the potential benefits of medicinal mushrooms for dogs?
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/medicinal-mushrooms-for-dogs/
| June 6, 2024
Expert Advice: General Health
NSAIDs for Dogs: Uses, Side Effects, and Alternatives
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) aim to reduce pain and inflammation in dogs struggling with chronic conditions and acute injuries.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/nsaids-for-dogs/
| May 23, 2024
Expert Advice: Dog Behavior
Aggression in Dogs: Signs, Symptoms, Treatments
Dog aggression is a serious and potentially dangerous behavior. Learn what it is and the motivation behind it so you can better help your dog.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/aggression-in-dogs/
| May 22, 2024
Expert Advice: Dog Athletes
When to Retire Your Dog From Sports
You love training and competing in dog sports, and chances are, your dog enjoys them even more. But at some point, they can't move like they used to.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/dog-sport-retirement/
| May 21, 2024
Expert Advice: Senior Dog Health
Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy for Dogs: Uses, Side Effects, and Alternatives
Platelet-rich plasma therapy (PRP) can help ease the discomfort of arthritis and promotes wound healing. Learn when PRP might be worth trying for your dog.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/platelet-rich-plasma-therapy-for-dogs/
| May 10, 2024
Expert Advice: Health
Study Busts the Myth That Purebred Dogs Have More Health Problems
A new study suggests that mixed-breed dogs do not have a medical advantage over purebred dogs. Both experience many of the same common health concerns.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/common-dog-diseases-not-breed-specific/
| May 9, 2024
Expert Advice: Can my dog...
Can Dogs Eat Parsley?
Dogs can eat curly parsley, Italian parsley can be toxic to dogs. When adding anything to your dog's diet, talk to their veterinarian first.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/advice/can-dogs-eat-parsley/
| May 7, 2024
Expert Advice: Safety
Why Do Dogs Run Away?
One of a dog owner's worst nightmares is having their dog run away, yet it's an all too common and dangerous scenario. So how do you prevent it?
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/why-do-dogs-run-away/
| April 18, 2024