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Expert Advice: Senior Dog Health
How to Make Your Home More Accessible For Your Senior Dog
Taking care of a senior dog can present a lot of challenges for pet owners. Your canine companion is moving more slowly. His coordination and eyesight aren't what they used to be — and neither are his bones. To help your aging dog get around better, here are some ways you can make your home […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/making-home-accessible-for-senior-dog/
| March 8, 2022
Expert Advice: Breed History
Samoyed History: From Nomadic Hunters to Fluffy Friends
With their fluffy white coats and classic “Sammy smile,” it’s easy to see how one could miss the Samoyed's true nature. Learn more about the breed's history.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/samoyed-history/
| March 7, 2022
Expert Advice: Travel & Adventure
Pet-Friendly Hotels in the United States
Setting off on vacation can be tough on pet owners if it means they have to leave their dogs behind. Luckily, many hotel chains are not just pup-friendly nowadays — many of them are virtually rolling out the red carpet for our furry companions. About 75 percent of luxury, mid-scale, and economy hotels now allow […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/travel/a-guide-to-pet-friendly-hotel-chains-in-the-united-states/
| March 7, 2022
Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
The Smallest Dog Breeds
Small dogs are some of the most popular dog breeds in the world. Not only do they take up less space, but they also usually have large, fun personalities. Many people like smaller dogs because small-breed supplies are generally less expensive, and small dogs live longer and can be ideal for apartment living. However, not […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/world-smallest-dog-breeds/
| March 7, 2022
Expert Advice: Grooming
How to Wash a Dog Without Water: Mess-Free Tips
Have you ever wondered how to wash a dog without water? Here are tips and mess-free products to use to keep your dog clean between baths.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/mess-free-ways-keep-dogs-clean-baths/
| March 6, 2022
Expert Advice: Lifestyle
How to Choose the Best Crate for Your Dog
Dogs are den animals and having a crate for them in your home gives them a cozy spot of their own. Here's how to choose the best dog crate for your home.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/choose-best-crate-dog/
| March 6, 2022
Expert Advice: Cleaning
How to Clean Your Dog’s Bed and Why It’s Important
There are lots of benefits of sharing your home with a dog, but the extra dirt they generate might not be one of them. While hoovering up hairs may become part of your daily routine, it's not uncommon to overlook your dog's bed and let it go weeks without a wash. However, given that these […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/home-living/how-to-clean-a-dog-bed/
| March 6, 2022
Expert Advice: Puppy Training
The Importance of Teaching Your Puppy How to Be Alone
There's a lot to manage when bringing home a new puppy. But there is one step you don’t want to forget: teaching them to enjoy being alone.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/leaving-puppy-alone/
| March 6, 2022
Legislative Alerts
Rhode Island Action Alert: “Lawyers for Animals” Bill to be Heard on March 10, 2022 – Express Opposition Today!
AKC Government Relations (AKC GR) encourages Rhode Island residents to take action as soon as possible on H. 7678, which seeks to create court-appointed legal advocates for animals. The bill will be considered by the House Judiciary Committee at a public hearing on Thursday, March 10, 2022, starting after the House session ends, at approximately […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/rhode-island-action-alert-lawyers-animals-bill-heard-march-10-2022-express-opposition-today/
| March 7, 2022
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Training Tip Winter 2022
Teach Your Dog to Back Up This issue’s Training Tip is brought to us by Mandy Baker CPDT-KA CBATI CCUI, who has been training and competing with All American Dogs for 16 years in rally, agility, scent work, freestyle and more. She shares her tips for getting a fantastic back-up, an important skill for many […]
https://www.akc.org/register/information/canine-partners/newsletter/training-tip-winter-2022/
| March 4, 2022