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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 Sports
Dog Athlete of the Month: Hex the Samoyed
When most people first see Hex, a 7-year-old Samoyed, they might think she's just really good at winking. In reality, she's just good at seeing out of one eye, having the other removed in 2018 due to glaucoma. Despite the odds, she and owner Mary Drexler still compete in AKC Rally, Obedience, and Agility, placing […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/dog-athlete-of-the-month-hex-the-samoyed/
| January 13, 2022
Expert Advice: Health
Unknown Canine Respiratory Illness: What We Know So Far
An unknown canine respiratory illness has become increasingly prevalent over the past few months in many states. Here's what we know so far.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/unknown-canine-respiratory-illness/
| December 11, 2023
Expert Advice: General Health
Black Fly Bites on Dogs: Signs, Symptoms, Treatments
Black fly bites heal on their own within a few days, but you should consult a veterinarian if your dog experiences hives or facial swelling.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/black-fly-bites-on-dogs/
| June 26, 2024
Expert Advice: General Health
Jaundice in Dogs: Signs, Symptoms, Treatment
Your dog's eye whites turning yellow is often the first clue that your dog may have jaundice. Jaundice in dogs can have many different causes.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/jaundice-in-dogs/
| August 12, 2024
Expert Advice: Health
Setting up Your Dog’s Emergency Caregiver
You can't prepare for everything, but you can make sure your dog has someone to look after them if anything were to happen to you. Having an emergency caregiver ensures that your dog is looked after, even if you can't look after them yourself.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/emergency-caregiver-for-your-dog/
| August 23, 2023
Expert Advice: Health
Yeast Dermatitis (Malassezia) in Dogs: Signs, Symptoms, Treatments
Yeast dermatitis is another type of dermatitis that can affect dogs, also called Malassezia. Learn the signs, symptoms, and how to treat.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/yeast-dermatitis-in-dogs/
| March 7, 2024
Expert Advice: Common Conditions
Wheelchairs for Dogs: Everything You Need to Know
Wheelchairs help dogs walk, and are good for a variety of injuries and conditions. It's easy to find the right one, considering a few key factors.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/wheelchairs-for-dogs/
| September 1, 2021
Expert Advice: Alternative Medicine
Acupuncture for Dogs: What to Know
Acupuncture for dogs is a popular complementary therapy. Learn more about the potential benefits of this low-risk treatment along with its limitations.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/acupuncture-for-dogs/
| June 30, 2023
Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Rescued Afghan Hound Earns Utility Dog Title
When you think about breeds competing in Obedience and earning a Utility Dog (UD) title, an Afghan Hound probably isn't the first breed that comes to mind. Count on Golden Retrievers, Shetland Sheepdogs, Border Collies, Labrador Retrievers, and German Shepherd Dogs to lead the pack of breeds who achieve UDs in obedience. But Hope, a blue and white […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/rescued-afghan-hound-earns-utility-dog-title/
| June 7, 2019