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Expert Advice: Dental Health
What to Do If Your Dog Has a Loose Tooth
It's normal for puppies to lose their primary teeth. For an adult dog, a loose or wiggly tooth can be the result of an injury or a sign of dental...
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/dog-loose-tooth/
| February 27, 2024
Expert Advice: Breed History
Basset Hound History: From Monastery Hound to Noble Clown
Discover the fascinating history of the Basset Hound, from its origins in France to its rise as a beloved companion.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/basset-hound-history/
| November 8, 2021
Expert Advice: Health Testing
What Can Dog DNA Tests Tell You About Your Dog’s Health?
It’s the day every dog owner dreads: a bad diagnosis that drops out of the blue. These days, an increasing number of pet owners are using dog DNA tests to ward off this sudden heartbreak or help them diagnose existing symptoms. It’s a tempting idea: just take a swab from your dog’s cheek and send […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/dog-dna-testing-genetic-screenings/
| September 19, 2021
Expert Advice: Travel & Adventure
Top 10 Dog-Friendly Airports in the U.S.
If you're traveling with your dog, you'll want to know which airports are dog-friendly. Some airports are better than others - check out our lists!
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/travel/top-dog-friendly-airports/
| December 6, 2016
Expert Advice: Common Conditions
Heartworm in Dogs: What You Should Know About the Mosquito-Borne Parasite
Heartworm is a potentially deadly parasite that is transmitted only by mosquitos, which pick up larval heartworms, called microfilaria, circulating in the bloodstream of infected animals. Dogs and other canids, such as fox, wolves, and coyote, are considered the primary heartworm hosts, but these parasites can also affect other mammals, including cats and ferrets. There are treatments […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/heartworm-in-dogs-symptoms-diagnosis-treatment/
| May 14, 2021
Expert Advice: Grooming
Have a Hairless Dog? Here’s How to Groom Them Properly
Hairless dogs may not have fur, but their skin still needs washing and moisturizing to prevent infection, fungal growth, and irritation.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/groom-hairless-dog/
| October 4, 2024
Expert Advice: Dog Sports
‘Chick’ the Bulldog Is a Dog Sports Triple Threat
You might be fooled by Chick's short and stocky frame, but Chick the Bulldog excels in many sports, including Fast CAT, Diving Dogs, and Rally.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/chick-the-bulldog-fastest-dogs-usa/
| May 16, 2023
Expert Advice: Dog Gear & Accessories
How to Find the Right Life Jacket for Your Dog
A dog life jacket is key to helping you and your dog stay safe in the water. Follow these tips to find the right life jacket for your dog.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/why-your-dog-needs-a-dog-life-jacket/
| June 1, 2021
Expert Advice: Dog Athletes
Whippet ‘Oats’ Is Making Waves at the AKC Diving Dogs Premier Cup
John Moore of Maple Valley, Washington will be making a big splash at the AKC Diving Dog Premier Cup this month with Oats, his four-year-old Whippet....
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/diving-dogs-premier-cup-oats/
| October 21, 2024
Expert Advice: Breed History
Field Spaniel History: A Type Brought Back From Extinction
With solemn but curious brown eyes, the mahogany spaniel in the doorway gazes upon a visitor. A well-formed male with power in his stance, the dog pads gently forward, in a slow, assessing approach. His big brown nose investigates the newcomer. They say that Field Spaniels can be reticent when first meeting a stranger, but […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/field-spaniel-history-a-type-brought-back-from-extinction/
| May 9, 2022