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Expert Advice: Common Conditions
Dog Diarrhea: Signs, Symptoms, and Treatments
Most dogs have had diarrhea in their life. Learn when it's a cause for concern, how to treat it, and when you should go to the vet for dog diarrhea.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/dog-diarrhea/
| December 13, 2022
Expert Advice: Feature
Berners Bring the Light With Holiday Parade
Imagine a picture plucked from a postcard: snowflakes drifting over a country road, Victorian carolers spreading good cheer, and Berners. Everywhere.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/berners-holiday-parade/
| November 13, 2025
Expert Advice: Basic Training
10 Expert Tips for Successful Dog Training
Training your dog can be challenging, but these 10 tips from the AKC GoodDog! Helpline can help you become an effective and successful trainer.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/expert-tips-for-dog-training/
| August 25, 2023
Expert Advice: Travel & Adventure
What to Know and Look for When Boarding Your Dog
You've got your passport ready, hotel booked, and bags ready. Now, there's just one thing left to do: find a kennel where your dog can have a vacation of their own while you're away. In This Article Scheduling Kennel Tours Daily Activities at the Kennel Health & Safety Requirements Trial Runs and What to Expect […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/travel/dog-boarding-tips/
| June 16, 2021
Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Remembering Dr. J.P. McCain, AKC’s First African-American Judge
According to a friend, Dr. James Price McCain started exhibiting dogs in the 1930s to “relieve the nervous tension of his medical practice and perhaps most of all to participate in an activity in which his success or failure would be determined in merit, not solely upon the color of his skin.” Dr. McCain’s merit […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/black-history-month-dr-j-p-mccain-akcs-first-african-american-judge/
| February 21, 2020
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: Feature
Meet the National Dog Show’s Dedicated Ambassadors
When you and 20-million-plus viewers tune in to the Thanksgiving Day telecast of the National Dog Show, presented by Purina, what you see is only a portion of the excitement and goodwill served up by The Kennel Club of Philadelphia year-round. Watching the tape-delayed event immediately following NBC’s live telecast of the Macy's Thanksgiving Day […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/national-dog-show-ambassadors/
| November 21, 2016
Expert Advice: Travel & Adventure
How to Keep Your Dog Comfortable During Car Rides
Along with keeping your dog safe in the car, be sure the experience is stress-free too. Here's how to keep your dog comfortable during car rides.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/travel/dog-comfortable-car-rides/
| July 27, 2021
Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Treibball Games to Play in Your Home & Backyard
If you're looking for something fun to do with your dog at home when the weather is nice, these Treibball-inspired games are a great way to give them some physical and mental exercise. Even if your pup doesn't have any natural herding abilities, these games will still get them up and moving! What is Treibball? […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/treibball-games-at-home-backyard/
| July 13, 2021
Clubs & Delegates
Federal Issues November 2022
AKC Government Relations continues to monitor Congress for issues of interest to dog owners. Visit our 2022 Legislation Tracking map and click on “Federal Bills” on the map to get the latest updates on federal bills currently being monitored by the AKC. Highlights of issues we are currently addressing on the federal level include: U.S. Congress – […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/federal-issues-november-2022-2/
| November 21, 2022