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Expert Advice: Health
Cerenia (Maropitant) for Dogs: Uses, Side Effects, and Alternatives
Cerenia is the drug of choice for motion sickness, but is not ideal for every dog. It's vital to know when to use or not to use it, and how to give it.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/cerenia-for-dogs/
| January 21, 2025
Expert Advice: Puppy Training
Adult Dogs and New Puppies: Understanding Both Dogs’ Needs
Bringing home a puppy when you have an older dog can be a lot of fun, but it can also bring about challenges. Decide whether it's best for your dog.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/adult-dogs-and-new-puppies/
| November 27, 2024
Expert Advice: Names
How to Choose Your Dog’s Name
Your dog's name reflects their personality and helps you effectively communicate with them. But how do you choose the perfect name? Here are some tips.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/choose-your-dogs-name/
| September 10, 2024
Expert Advice: Dog Gear & Accessories
Choosing the Right Collar for Your Dog
The right dog collar isn't just a fashion choice; it should be safe, secure, and comfortable. So what goes into choosing the right dog collar?
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/choosing-right-dog-collar/
| June 26, 2024
Expert Advice: Health
How to Take Your Dog’s Temperature
There are many reasons why you might take your dog's temperature, so it's good to know the best thermometer to use, how to use it, and what to look for.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/how-to-take-your-dog-s-temperature/
| February 20, 2024
Expert Advice: Dog Breeding
AKC Breeder Spotlight: Paul & Lynn Morrison of Little Brownies Kennel
Paul and Lynn Morrison, owners of Little Brownies Kennel, live in Michigan. They have been breeding, showing, training, and hunting American Water Spaniels for more than 30 years. These days, other than hunting, they primarily participate in AKC Performance Events where they often showcase their breed around the Midwest and East Coast at AKC spaniel […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/akc-breeder-spotlight-paul-lynn-morrison-little-brownies-kennel/
| December 18, 2023
Expert Advice: Training
Teach Your Dog to Dig on Cue
If you're looking for a fun new behavior to teach your dog consider teaching them to dig on cue! It's also a great way to redirect destructive digging.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/teach-your-dog-to-dig-on-cue/
| August 21, 2023
Expert Advice: Health
Canine Herpesvirus: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
Canine herpes virus can affect adult dogs as well as puppies, and it's important to take precautions against it since so many dogs get it.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/canine-herpesvirus/
| June 16, 2023
Press Releases
AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB ANNOUNCES 2024 BREEDER OF THE YEAR BY SPORT
The American Kennel Club (AKC®), the world's largest purebred dog registry and a leading advocate for dogs, wishes to acknowledge those individuals who have excelled at breeding dogs that have proven to be outstanding in AKC sports over an extended period. The commitment to preserve, protect, and improve a breed represents the very essence of […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/american-kennel-club-announces-2024-breeder-year-sport/
| December 19, 2024
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AKC Detection Dog Task Force
Homegrown terrorism and mass shootings have sadly become everyday news in the United States. As a result, the demand for explosives detection dogs as a deterrent against such crimes is on the increase with one major problem: there are not enough dogs to meet the growing need. The US Government purchases 80 to 90% its […]
https://www.akc.org/akc-detection-dog-task-force/
| October 18, 2024