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Expert Advice: Fun Facts 9 Breeds With Really Cool Nicknames
Even though we give our dog a name, many times we also give them a nickname, as well. "Sammy" gets shortened to "Sam," for example. Similarly, Labrador Retrievers are often called Labs, just as Golden Retrievers are called "Goldens." But did you know that some breeds have special nicknames? These nicknames were crafted especially for […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/9-breeds-with-really-cool-nicknames/ | October 2, 2017
Yellow Labrador Retriever getting a shot at the vet.
Expert Advice: General Health Bordetella Vaccine for Dogs: What to Know
One important way to keep your dog healthy is to get regular vaccinations. The Bordetella vaccine, in particular, is key to preventing kennel cough.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/bordetella-vaccine-dogs/ | July 6, 2017
Beagle laying down in its open crate.
Expert Advice: General Health ​Tramadol for Dogs: Uses, Side Effects, and Alternatives
Looking to learn more about Tramadol for dogs? We discuss what it's used for, what side effects it causes, and correct dosages.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/tramadol-for-dogs/ | November 30, 2016
Vizsla puppy laying down on the couch.
Expert Advice: Common Conditions Hookworms in Dogs: Signs, Symptoms, Treatments
Parasites are unpleasant, and hookworms are no exception. Here's what you need to know about the symptoms of hookworms in dogs and how to treat them.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/hookworms-in-dogs/ | September 12, 2016
Expert Advice: Fun Facts Medium Size Dogs
Dogs that can be considered of medium size can be found in most of the AKC’s seven groups. Whether it’s the energetic Shetland Sheepdog, the sporty spaniels, or the laid back Bulldog, there is a range of temperament and appearance within this size category. When considering getting a dog, size is a factor, but only […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/medium-size-dogs/ | April 9, 2015
Expert Advice: Fun Facts The World’s Largest Dogs
Big dogs equal big love and loyalty. Here are the large dog breeds that earn their place at the top of the size chart. Most people will know the Great Dane but what about the lovely Leonberger? When considering getting a dog, size is a factor, but only one of them. The dog’s personality, activity […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/largest-dogs/ | April 9, 2015
Expert Advice: Fun Facts What are the best dog breeds for your kids?
There was a time not long ago that nearly every advertisement featuring a child with a dog seemed to include a Lab or a Golden Retriever, consistently among the most popular dog breeds in America. Today, there’s a bit more variety in the breeds being photographed with children for commercial advertising. Perhaps the public perception […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/best-dog-breeds-for-kids-families/ | April 9, 2015
Saint Bernard wearing a barrel collar laying down in the grass.
Expert Advice: Fun Facts Top Ten Breeds Of The 1890s
Accepted into AKC in 1885, the Saint Bernard swiftly rose to the position of the most popular dog of the 1890s. To this day, it is the only giant breed to secure the country’s top position as well as the only number-one breed to never appear in the top ten again. In later decades, two […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/top-ten-breeds-of-the-1890s/ | February 13, 2015
Pages Glossary
  Welcome to the AKC . We have put together definitions for dog words that you may not be familiar with. If you have additional questions regarding the glossary, please contact our Special Services Department. A Abdomen The belly or under surface between the chest and the hindquarters. Acetabulum The concave lateral portion of the […]
https://www.akc.org/about/glossary/ | December 19, 2014
Press Releases Presidential Purebred Pups Are a White House Tradition
  New York, NY – From Washington's Foxhounds to Bush's "Barney" and "Miss Beazley" presidential purebred pups are as traditional as baseball and apple pie. The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) reports that 22 U.S. presidents have owned purebred dogs and most shared the White House with them. While some dogs had jobs - "Millie" authored […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/presidential-purebred-pups-are-a-white-house-tradition-1/ | July 2, 2008

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