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Expert Advice: News
Meet Floyd: The Berger Picard Who Saved His Owner From Lymphoma
The first thing you should know about 2½-year-old Floyd is that he’s relentless... and a lifesaver. Last autumn, after his owner Leon Green, 57, and his family returned home to Kirkland, Wash., outside of Seattle, from a two-week vacation in Maui, Hawaii, Floyd, a Berger Picard, began burying his nose in Green’s armpits and groin […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/meet-floyd-berger-picard-saved-owner-lymphoma/
| September 28, 2016
Expert Advice: Health
How to Explain a Pet’s Death to Children
After reviewing the laboratory results and examining Bella for the last time, the veterinarian met with the dog's owners and delivered news the Millers weren't expecting. Their Golden Retriever's liver cancer had progressed and would not improve. The 12-year-old dog would not survive more than a few days. Devastated by the thought of losing their […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/how-to-explain-canine-death-to-children/
| October 27, 2021
Expert Advice: Feature
How the AKC Humane Grant Fund Is Helping Domestic Violence Shelters Become Pet Friendly
The statistics are staggering; every nine seconds, another woman in the United States is beaten, according to the Partnership Against Domestic Violence. While violence against women often takes place behind closed doors and isn't always visible to others, that doesn't mean it's not happening. Chances are, if there are children involved, they, too, are facing […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/akc-humane-grant-help-domestic-violence-shelters/
| October 20, 2017
Expert Advice: Training
Why Does My Puppy Nip at Me and Chew on My Clothes?
When some dogs are excited, they show their love and attention in challenging ways—treating people like chew toys. To learn why this behavior happens in the first place and for advice about how to redirect the habit, we turned to the experts: Dr. Jerry Klein, Chief Veterinary Officer of the American Kennel Club, and certified […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/why-does-my-dog-treat-my-arm-like-a-chew-toy-and-playfully-nip-at-me/
| July 7, 2020
Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Boxer History: From Hunter’s Assistant to Sparring Pal
Loyal, courageous, and always up for a good game, Boxers never shy away from showing off their silly side. Learn more about Boxer history.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/boxer-history/
| April 25, 2025
Expert Advice: News
Spike the Bearded Collie Became a Seizure-Alert Dog All on His Own
Spike is a 51-pound, 7½-year-old, fun-loving, task-oriented best friend. But there’s another side to this resourceful Bearded Collie’s multifaceted personality. He’s been a seizure-alert dog for his owner, Susan Zuckerman, of Boca Raton, Fla., since he was 6 years old, when she experienced her first epilepsy incident. "It seems like only yesterday," says her husband, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/seizure-alert-dog-spike/
| August 20, 2018
Expert Advice: Dog Sports
From ‘Plush Puppy’ to Junior Showmanship: Supporting Kids in Dog Shows
If your child is interested in dog shows, they don't need to wait until they're an adult to compete. Get involved with Junior Showmanship and special attractions!
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/supporting-kids-in-dog-shows/
| January 23, 2024
Expert Advice: Health
Sonoran Toads and Dogs: Can They Poison Your Dog?
Sonoran Desert toads, also called Colorado River Toads, are dangerous to dogs. They are often found near bodies of water in the southwest United States.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/dogs-sonoran-toads/
| November 8, 2023
Expert Advice: Safety
How to Keep Your Dog Safe in a Flood
Being prepared is a critical part of keeping your dog safe from a flood. Follow these tips to protect your dog and ensure their comfort in an emergency.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/keep-your-dog-safe-in-a-flood/
| September 12, 2025
Expert Advice: Common Conditions
Hot Spot Treatments and Prevention on Dogs
Hot spots are one of the most common skin conditions in dogs, particularly in the summer months. Here's how to treat and prevent hot spots on dogs.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/hot-spots-on-dogs/
| July 25, 2022