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Expert Advice: General Health
Levothyroxine for Dogs: Uses, Side Effects, and Dose Monitoring
Levothyroxine for dogs treats the signs of hypothyroidism. Learn more about the drug's side effects and the importance of dose monitoring.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/levothyroxine-for-dogs/
| November 15, 2024
Press Releases
AKC NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP PRESENTED BY ROYAL CANIN DRAWS ENTRY OF MORE THAN 5,600 DOGS IN ITS 24th YEAR
The AKC® National Championship presented by Royal Canin has a grand total of 5,637 dogs that will compete for the title of America’s National Champion on December 14 and 15, 2024 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. Additionally, 1,756 puppies and juniors will vie for Puppy/Junior of the Year in the AKC/Royal […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-national-championship-presented-royal-canin-draws-entry-5600-dogs-24th-year/
| November 12, 2024
Legislative Alerts
Ojai, California Adopts Severe Dog Breeding Restrictions, Highlights Need for Local Government Vigilance by Fanciers and Breeders
On October 22, the Ojai City Council voted 4-1 to adopt a first-in-the-nation law that prohibits the breeding of dogs and cats with “congenital anatomical features” that are likely to cause the animal or its offspring to suffer pain, deformity, or difficult expressing natural behaviors, difficulty breathing, difficultly with physical exertion or exercise, or difficulty […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/ojai-california-adopts-severe-dog-breeding-restrictions-highlights-need-local-government-vigilance-fanciers-breeders/
| October 28, 2024
Expert Advice: Health
Recessed Vulva in Dogs: Signs, Symptoms, Treatment
A sometimes overlooked, common condition that can contribute to recurrent UTIs is recessed vulvas in dogs. Learn more about it's symptoms and treatment.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/recessed-vulva-in-dogs/
| October 4, 2024
Sports & Events
Event Kits by Sport
Click below to see downloadable resources for each sport: Agility CAT Conformation Earthdog Fast CAT Basset Hound Field Trials Beagle Field Trials Dachshunds Field Trials Pointing Breed Field Trials Retriever Field Trials Spaniel Field Trials Herding & Farm Dog Pointing Breed Hunt Tests Retriever Hunt Tests Spaniel Hunt Tests Lure Coursing Obedience Rally Scent Work […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/event-kits/
| October 2, 2024
Expert Advice: General Health
What to Know About Dwarfism in Dogs
Short limbs and an unusually large head are signs of a medical condition called dwarfism in dogs. Learn more about dogs with dwarfism.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/dwarfism-in-dogs/
| September 27, 2024
Expert Advice: Safety
Lead Poisoning in Dogs: Signs, Symptoms, Treatments
Dogs need certain proteins and minerals to support their growth and overall health. Lead is not on this list. Learn more about lead poisoning in dogs.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/lead-poisoning-in-dogs/
| September 26, 2024
Expert Advice: Health
Can Dogs Have Heart Attacks? Causes, Treatment, and Prevention
Heart attacks can occur and dogs, but they are rare. Knowing the signs of a heart attack can help you be prepared.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/can-dogs-have-heart-attacks/
| September 25, 2024
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: Dog Behavior
Preventing Aggression in Dogs: What to Know
There is no guarantee your dog will never act aggressively, but with four simple steps you can help lower the chances of dog aggression.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/preventing-aggression-in-dogs/
| September 13, 2024