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Expert Advice: AKC Family Dog
Good Grooming – Improving Your Dog’s Nail-Care Routine
Trimming your dog's nails can be a hassle. That's why having a dog nail care routine that works for you both is so important.
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| November 19, 2024
Expert Advice: How to...
How to Change Your Dog’s Routine
Dogs thrive on consistency. But what should you do if you need to shift your dog's routine? Here are some tips to help them adjust to changes in routine.
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| June 21, 2024
Expert Advice: Training
Setting Dog Training Goals for the New Year
Here are ways to set dog training goals for the new year and how to go about keeping these resolutions and achieving these attainable goals.
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| December 22, 2022
Expert Advice: Comfort & Sleep
How Does Daylight Saving Time Affect Dogs?
Twice a year, most Americans will experience the gain or loss of one hour's sleep when their clocks fall back or skip ahead for Daylight Saving Time. Many of us will adjust by sleeping in, drinking a second cup of strong coffee, and changing the time on our clocks and watches. Although our dogs don't […]
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| November 8, 2022
Expert Advice: Health
Why Your Dog Needs a Routine at Every Stage of Life
Does your dog have a routine? Dogs thrive on consistency and benefit from knowing what to expect. Routines can support every aspect of your relationship...
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| July 12, 2022
Expert Advice: Puppy Training
Five Things Puppy Owners Should Never Do
New puppy owners hear a ton of advice from their family, their neighbors, and even the overly-talkative owner at the dog park. Some is spot on, and some is ill-advised. Because those early weeks with a new puppy are critical, it's important to filter that advice and do what's best for your pup and their […]
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| June 14, 2022
Expert Advice: Puppy Training
Setting Schedules and Developing a Routine for Your New Puppy
There are so many new experiences and things to think about when you bring home your puppy that you may forget one of the most important parts of puppy homecoming: establishing a routine. Structure will help your new canine family member feel secure and know what’s expected of him. The best way to do this is to […]
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| January 1, 2022
Expert Advice: Common Conditions
Why Won’t My Dog Eat?
It can be very concerning when your dog isn't eating regularly. After all, a good, healthy diet is a key part of a happy life. So what exactly is happening when your dog refuses to eat? Learn about some common, plus some lesser-known, reasons why your dog might not be eating. Illness The most likely […]
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| September 20, 2021
Expert Advice: Dog Behavior
How to Keep Your Dog Quiet During Online Video Meetings
Don't let your dog be the one to bark and whine through your boss's presentation. Read on for tips to keep your dog quiet during online video meetings.
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| April 23, 2021
Expert Advice: Puppy Information
How to Introduce Puppies Into Homes With Senior Dogs
Considering adding a new puppy or new puppies to your family, with a senior dog already at home? There are certain precautions you'll need to take to maintain your older dog's mental and physical health during this time of transition. Here's what Dr. Jerry Klein, Chief Veterinary Officer for the American Kennel Club, offers as advice. Finding the […]
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| March 26, 2020