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Expert Advice: How to...
How to Organize a Dog Breed Meetup
Breed meetups are social gatherings of owners and their dogs that are the same breed. These events can provide opportunities to meet puppy playmates and provide a fantastic training opportunity for your companion. At meetups, dog owners can also bond, connect, and share resources about groomers, vets, and other professionals who specialize in your breed. […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/advice/how-to-organize-a-dog-breed-meetup/
| July 20, 2022
Expert Advice: Breed History
Glen of Imaal Terrier History: From Irish Farmyards to Modern Homes
The Glen of Imaal Terrier has a rich history that stems from the Emerald Isle and joined other AKC-recognized Irish Terriers in 2004.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/glen-of-imaal-terrier-history/
| July 14, 2022
Expert Advice: Grooming
How to Groom a Golden Retriever
Wondering how to groom a Golden Retriever? Here's a grooming guide on how to care for a Golden's coat, ears, teeth, and more.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/how-to-groom-golden-retriever/
| March 18, 2021
Expert Advice: Training
How to Help Your Dog Love Children
Many dogs are apprehensive around kids, so it's important to train your dog how to behave around children while building plenty of positive associations.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/helping-your-dog-love-children/
| February 16, 2021
Expert Advice: Breed History
Dandie Dinmont Terrier History: From Working Roots to Dignified Companions
The Dandie Dinmont Terrier owes its name – and arguably its continued existence – to a peripheral character in an 1815 novel.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/dandie-dinmont-terrier-history/
| August 13, 2020
Expert Advice: Lifestyle
How to Celebrate Your Dog’s Birthday
Whether it's your dog's first birthday or their sweet 16, you'll want to celebrate. This guide can help you plan a great day for your beloved dog.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/dog-birthday/
| September 20, 2020
Expert Advice: Advanced Training
Can Old Dogs Really Learn New Tricks?
It was the first day of a beginner’s dog obedience class. In front of me a woman was standing beside a Golden Retriever, and the dog’s face was showing a considerable amount of gray on it. The woman said to me, in a troubled tone, “I’m not sure that this class is going to do […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/can-old-dogs-learn-new-tricks/
| August 24, 2016
Expert Advice: Why does my dog...
Why Do Dogs Bark at Each Other?
Dogs use their barks to show how they feel and to communicate with other dogs. The reason behind their bark can change depending on the situation.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/advice/why-do-dogs-bark-at-each-other/
| October 22, 2020
Expert Advice: Juniors
Junior Handler Spotlight: Skylar Sowiecki
After taking a training class three years ago, now 16-year-old Skylar Sowiecki swiftly got involved with dog shows. Sowiecki resides in sunny Florida and owns German Shepherd Dogs—but can also be seen showing Borzois and occasionally Beaucerons and Greyhounds. Sowiecki and her two GSDs compete in a variety of sports including Conformation, Rally, Dock Diving, Fast […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/junior-handler-spotlight-skylar-sowiecki/
| June 23, 2022
Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Junior Handler Spotlight: Mia Alvarez
Mia Alvare is a thirteen-year-old Junior Handler who competes in Agility with her 3-year-old All- American dog Honey. Mia competes with the Antelope...
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/junior-handler-spotlight-mia-alvarez/
| July 14, 2022