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Expert Advice: Health
Dog Paralysis: What to Know
Dog paralysis may be permanent or temporary, depending on the cause. Common causes include infections, trauma, spinal stroke and disk disease.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/dog-paralysis-what-to-know/
| August 18, 2023
Expert Advice: Senior Dog Health
Is Your Dog a Senior Yet? Here’s How to Tell
Many people think their dog is a senior at seven years old. But there are many factors in when a dog becomes a senior, aside from age.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/is-your-dog-senior/
| July 28, 2026
Expert Advice: Cleaning
Yearly Home Cleaning Guide for Pet Owners
Make your annual cleaning ritual dog-friendly by adding these dog-specific tasks to your checklist. Remember to always use pet-safe cleaning products!
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/home-living/spring-cleaning-guide-pet-owners/
| March 17, 2023
Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Fun Facts About the Basset Fauve de Bretagne You May Not Know
Recently AKC-recognized, this hound dog has roots in France, and is a great hunter and family companion. Learn more about the Basset Fauve de Bretagne!
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/basset-fauve-de-bretagne-fun-facts/
| January 2, 2026
Expert Advice: Health
PEMF Therapy for Dogs: What to Know
PEMF therapy for dogs can be done at the vet or at home. It's a good choice for dogs who have osteoarthritis or an acute injury. Learn more.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/pemf-therapy-for-dogs/
| May 27, 2026
Expert Advice: News
Don’t Bark at Your Dog! Why to Avoid the Dangerous TikTok Trend
We all love seeing videos of dogs on social media, but sometimes the quest to try and go viral, or to get more “likes'' can lead to people making decisions that are harmful to dogs. Currently, a popular trend on TikTok is the “bark at your dog" challenge. To complete the challenge, dog owners are […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/dont-bark-at-your-dog-behind-the-dangerous-tiktok-trend/
| December 14, 2021
Expert Advice: Conformation
Keeping Your Dog Occupied at Dog Shows
Keeping your dog occupied at dog shows is important, so they can be at their best once in the ring. Learn tips for keeping your dog good to go at dog shows.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/keeping-your-dog-occupied-at-dog-shows/
| November 20, 2019
Expert Advice: How to...
Are Dogs Playing or Fighting? How to Evaluate Rough Play
If two dogs are wrestling and it seems too rough to you, with all that growling and snarling, body-slamming, and biting of each other’s necks, should you intervene? How can you tell if dogs are playing or fighting? This is normal dog play. Puppies play with their littermates constantly. From around two weeks, when their […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/advice/dogs-playing-or-fighting/
| May 9, 2019
Expert Advice: Puppy Health
Puppy Health Concerns
New dog owners should take the time to learn the signs of potential health problems that might develop as a puppy matures into an adult dog. Here are some of the conditions to watch for: Allergies In dogs, allergies often show up as skin conditions, itchy ears, head-shaking, scratching, or bald or raw spots, though […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/puppy-health-concerns/
| June 10, 2015
Expert Advice: Dog Breeding
Allan Unleashed: Joining Your Regional Breed Club
If you’re interested in learning as much as possible about dog sports and want to participate in a meaningful, hands-on way, joining your regional breed club is an important connection to make. It is a natural complement to membership in your local all-breed kennel club. The all-breed club will afford you the opportunity to learn […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/allan-unleashed-joining-your-regional-breed-club/
| July 4, 2018