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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
How to Get More Involved in Nose Work
There are many types of nose work for dogs, from scent work to various sports like tracking, earthdog, search and rescue, or barn hunt.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/akc-scent-work-nose-work-activities/
| January 18, 2019
Expert Advice: General Health
Is It Safe for Dogs To Drink Out of Communal Water Bowls?
Communal water bowls at the dog park or coffee shop can come with some hidden risks. Your dog may be lapping up bacteria, viruses, or parasites.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/communal-water-bowl-safety/
| October 13, 2021
Expert Advice: Health
How Long Can You Keep Your Dog Outside?
How long can you keep your dog outside? Here we explore just how to determine when it's time to call your dog back inside after a day of outdoor fun.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/how-long-can-dogs-be-outside/
| May 25, 2021
Expert Advice: General Health
Heart Disease in Dogs: Signs, Symptoms, Treatments
New tools allow veterinarians to detect, diagnose and treat various types of heart disease in dogs. Learn more about heart disease.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/heart-disease-in-dogs/
| September 19, 2024
Expert Advice: How to...
How to Introduce Your Dog To New Roommates
Roommates and dogs can live comfortably together, but it's important to start everyone off with positive introductions. Here's how.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/advice/introduce-dog-new-roommates/
| September 24, 2021
Expert Advice: Studies
Does Your Dog Know When You’re Lying?
Can dogs detect sincerity or can you lie to them with ease? Recent research answers the question of if your dog knows when you're lying.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/does-your-dog-know-when-youre-lying/
| September 16, 2021
Expert Advice: DIY Projects
Paw Print Art: DIY Flower Painting For Dogs
The flowers are blooming, the sun is shining, and you might be looking for a new activity to do with your dog. Flower paw print paintings make perfect gifts for any holiday and they're even a fun gift to give your dog's vet or trainer. It's a simple but cute project that's easy to do […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/diy-paw-print-flower-art-for-dogs/
| March 29, 2022
Expert Advice: Lifestyle
International Dog Culture: How Canines Live Around the World
How are dogs treated around the world? What dog laws exist in other countries? We take a look at international dog culture around the globe.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/global-canines-international-dog-culture/
| November 12, 2021
Expert Advice: Dog Behavior
Why Does My Dog Eat Toilet Paper?
There are many reasons why your dog may eat toilet paper. Here's how to keep your dog from eating toilet paper before they damage their digestive system.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/dog-eats-toilet-paper/
| August 21, 2020
Expert Advice: Why does my dog...
Why Does My Dog Wake Me Up?
If you've ever asked "Why does my dog wake me up?" there are lots of possible answers to that question. Learn about why your dog may wake you up and how to redirect unwanted behaviors to more positive ones.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/advice/why-does-my-dog-wake-me-up/
| February 28, 2022