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Expert Advice: Fitness & Exercise
Hydrotherapy for Dogs: Benefits, Uses, and What to Expect
Considering hydrotherapy for your dog? Learn how water-based exercise can help dogs regain strength, improve mobility, and recover from surgery or injury.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/hydrotherapy-for-dogs/
| March 10, 2020
Expert Advice: Common Conditions
Dermatitis in Dogs: What to Know
Learn the signs, causes and treatments of the most widespread types of canine dermatitis, a common dog skin condition that can range in severity.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/dermatitis-in-dogs/
| March 22, 2024
Expert Advice: Can my dog...
Can Dogs Eat Figs?
If you're eating a fig, can you share it with your dog? That depends. Parts of the fig plant can cause issues for dogs.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/advice/can-dog-eat-figs/
| August 18, 2026
Expert Advice: AKC Family Dog
Building the Bond: Creating a Lasting Connection With a New Dog
When you get a dog, you want to build a connection with the new dog. Learn the best ways to build a strong bond.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/family-dog/build-connection-new-dog/
| August 19, 2026
Expert Advice: Lifestyle
“Alexander and Diogenes,” Landseer’s Little Joke on Us
Sir Edwin Landseer (1802–73) was Victorian England’s leading painter of canine subjects. He was said to be the Queen’s favorite artist, and to this day museums and private collectors treasure his works. But the amusing little dogatelle related here begins not in Victoria’s British Empire but in the Macedonian empire built in the fourth century […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/pup-culture-alexander-and-diogenes-landseers-little-joke-on-us/
| September 3, 2015
Expert Advice: Puppy Information
How to Prepare Your Apartment for a New Puppy
You're bringing home your new puppy pretty soon. But while you're overjoyed, you've also never owned a puppy while living in an apartment, so you aren't sure what to expect. Don't worry, even in a small space or a rental, you can raise a happy and healthy puppy. By taking preventative measures and dedicating time […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/puppy-information/prepare-apartment-for-new-puppy/
| November 16, 2021
Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Australian Shepherd History: Behind the Breed’s Herding Heritage
Like many Americans whose ancestors arrived in previous centuries, the Australian Shepherd history is a confounding mix of many different cultures.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/australian-shepherd-history/
| September 3, 2020
Expert Advice: Breed Preservation
Is the Border Collie a Good Fit for You?
If you're an experienced dog owner seeking a companion for your active lifestyle, look no further than the Border Collie.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/border-collie-right-for-you/
| February 26, 2025
Expert Advice: Breed History
Coton de Tulear History: Madagascar’s Feral, Fluffy Dogs
Some see a stuffed toy or a mound of whipped cream with a nose and two black button eyes. Most say they see a “walking cotton ball,” and that’s pretty much on the mark because the first part of the breed’s name is the French word for cotton. Fluff aside, the dog known as the […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/coton-de-tulear-history/
| October 14, 2021
Expert Advice: Lifestyle
15 Dog Movies for Every Dog Lover
Looking for something for your family to watch on your next movie night? Check out our picks for the best dog movies for all ages.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/dog-movies/
| January 18, 2017