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Planning a Multiple Sire Litter in 2025 – Navigating AKC Regulations

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Plus, New Years Resolutions for Breeders – From the Dog's Point of View Plus, New Years Resolutions for Breeders – From the Dog's Point of View Sponsored by: Courtesy of AKC and Royal Canin   Planning a Multiple Sire Litter in 2025 – Navigating AKC Regulations The AKC permits registration of litters from multiple sires, provided breeders follow specific protocols. The parentage of each puppy must be verified through DNA testing, which is essential for ensuring accurate records and lineage. Below is a comprehensive guide to help breeders plan a successful multiple sire litter. From start to finish, this process can take 6-12 weeks. In 2023 the AKC processed 120 multiple sire litter registrations. Read More » ...

How Often Should I Wash My Dog’s Bowl?

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Plus, Meet AKC's Newest Recognized Dog Breed View Online   How Often Should I Wash My Dog's Bowl? When you've finished eating a bowl of cereal or instant noodles, you might scrub your dishes by hand or stick them in the dishwasher. For many reasons, and the possibility of getting sick, you probably wouldn't put dirty dishes back in the cupboard or reuse your cereal-encrusted bowl the next morning. But can you say the same for your dog's food and water bowl? READ MORE »     Group Winners Crowned at the 2024 AKC National Championship After a weekend of intense competiti...