Every season is the right time for dog training but spring and summer, when the weather inspires owners to spend more time with their dogs, is a particularly good time to get busy with training that helps to make their relationship even better. One of the things you can do to make their journey even […]

As 2024 moves quickly through the first quarter of the year, it’s easy to get focused on the next big thing.  Afterall, AKC is hosting the Detection Dog Conference again in July, which requires significant effort and focus to ensure a quality event.  However, 2023 was a banner year for the AKC Detection Dog Task […]

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!

Once upon a time, old newspapers were the go-to material for puppy housetraining. They were readily available and practically free. Everyone had at least one daily paper delivered, and if there were puppies needing more than the usual amount, people were happy to save and share their old papers with breeder friends. But luckily, there […]

CH Von Hawes Forever Forward, a Rottweiler known as “Granger” triumphed over 1,717 dogs ages six months to 18 months to become the AKC® Royal Canin National All-Breed Junior of the Year, held today in Orlando, Fla in conjunction with the AKC® National Championship Presented by Royal Canin. “Granger,” owned and bred by Peter Hawes […]

Meet "Granger" the Rottweiler, 12.5 month-old winner of the 2023 AKC/Royal Canin National All-Breed Puppy & Junior Stakes.

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To help your puppy buyers get a good start with training their new family members, the AKC GoodDog Helpline or Video Training Consultations might be the best addition to your puppy “goody bag.” The GoodDog Helpline gives owners telephone access to trainers Monday through Friday, 9AM – 9PM and Saturday and Sunday, noon – 6PM […]

by Russ Kelley, Scientific Services Nutritionist – Royal Canin US As a breeder, you play an important role in ensuring your puppies start on the right nutrition to give them a healthy start. And while Royal Canin provides you with tools to recommend a dog food, nothing can replace having a real, one-on-one conversation about […]

October 2023 Breeding and training dogs for detection dog programs can be an intimidating feat.  Add the stress of having someone else evaluate those same dogs…well, it can be downright overwhelming! Recently, a group of Patriotic Puppy Program participants attended a hands-on seminar at K2 Solutions in Jackson Springs, NC to learn how K2 evaluates […]

Puppy strangles (or juvenile cellulitis) is an uncommon idiopathic skin disease. It's believed that a hereditary autoimmune issue, and is not contagious to humans or other dogs.

Paid Advertisement It’s important that your puppy owners move their puppy to an adult formula at the right time to meet nutritional needs and maintain a healthy weight. Timing the transition from a puppy formula to adult formula can vary greatly when considering both the breed and the activity level. Large and giant dogs, for […]

Puppy mouthing and play biting hurts, but with patient, consistency, and these expert tips you can teach your puppy not to mouth humans.

2023 | 2022  Graduates of AKC Patriotic Puppy Program   Agent Local Law Enforcement Anakin Private Sector Anders Private Sector Arrow Private Sector Arvid Private Sector Aspen Private Sector Atlas Private Sector Audi Private Sector August Private Sector Bailey Sutter Sheriff Department-Prison Baker K2 Solutions Baloo Private Sector Bandit Private Sector Batu Local Law Enforcement […]

Your puppy needs to chew. Experts at AKC GoodDog Helpline give these ten tips for teaching your puppy safe and appropriate chewing behavior.

Summer is here, and many dog owners enjoy taking their dogs along when they go to the lake, the beach, or the pool. Educating your puppy buyers about water safety for their dogs is a good idea, as many people don’t understand that all dogs can’t swim or that there are some serious hazards in […]

2023 | 2022   Meet some of the 2022 Graduates of AKC Patriotic Puppy Program   Other Placements: Kirsten Fulk of Tyler, TX, has successfully placed two dogs; Daisy and Doug: Daisy - Black Lab - DOB 9/20/21 was placed with TSA through Arete Canine on 2/10/22. Doug -Black Lab - DOB 9/20/21 was accepted […]

Potty training a puppy is challenging, but with the help of the AKC GoodDog! Helpline, these 10 tips can help make things easier for you and your dog.

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Congratulations! You’ve taken the plunge and joined the exciting and sometimes chaotic world of dog ownership. By now, you’ve probably done some research and have an understanding of how to care for your new puppy. Your house is going to be the place where your dog spends the majority of their life, so it’s vitally […]

Before you welcome a new puppy into your home, you'll need to make sure your space is ready for them. Puppies require a lot of attention and care, so making a checklist of what you'll need is suggested, and picking up these basics for your new puppy is a great place to start. Best Food & Water […]

In recent years, the French Bulldog has blossomed in popularity, becoming America’s most sought-after breed in 2022. With their bat-like ears, flat faces, and compact frames, the Frenchie is instantly recognizable: and absolutely adorable. As with any pet, read up on their specific needs and traits to make sure that a French Bulldog is the […]

In 2019, the AKC Detection Dog Task Force (DDTF) started the Patriotic Puppy Program (PPP) as a pilot project to educate AKC breeders about breeding and raising detection dogs; and to determine if they could consistently produce puppies suitable for advanced training and success as government working dogs. The project was broken into several phases. […]

Showing dogs—the formal term for it is “Conformation”—is a sport. Like any football game or tennis match, dog shows have rules, too. But folks who sit on the sidelines can easily become bewildered if they don’t understand how guidelines apply to the game at hand. Whether you’re taking aim at a fastball or trotting with […]

You've done all the new puppy owner preparation: You researched and asked questions about the right breed for you, you selected a responsible breeder from whom to acquire your puppy, you puppy-proofed your home, and you spent more hours than you'd care to admit watching videos of dog training tips on AKC.tv. Good job getting off to […]

On December 16, English Springer Spaniel Foxboro Tiffany Running Down A Dream was named AKC/Royal Canin National All-Breed Junior of the Year. The AKC/Royal Canin National All-Breed Puppy & Junior Stakes event took place in Orlando, Florida, in conjunction held with the AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin. The 10-month-old, known as “Earl,” beat out […]

Foxboro Tiffany Running Down A Dream, an English Springer Spaniel known as “Earl” triumphed over 1,617 dogs ages six months to 18 months to become the AKC/Royal Canin National All-Breed Junior of the Year, held today in Orlando, FL in conjunction with the AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin. “Earl,” owned by Susan Still […]

Like many serious dog fanciers of today, most of us were introduced to dogs by someone else.  Someone with some knowledge of different breeds, or training, or care.  Through the years an interest in dogs often turns into a passion that consumes our thoughts and our dreams.  We may become breeders, amateur or professional trainers, […]

AKC Puppy Folders make a great welcome resource for your new puppy buyers! When you purchase our customizable folders you can add your business card and the individual puppy information. If you are a Bred with Heart (BWH) breeder your folders will also feature the AKC Bred with H.E.A.R.T. logo. AKC Puppy Folders are full […]

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