The English Setter, a member of the Sporting Group, has a long history as a gun dog. Learn more about this beautiful breed and its history.

Curious about Gordon Setter History? Learn about one of Scotland's oldest dog breeds, and how the four setter breeds differ.

Dogs can detect many things through scent. New reasearch supports that they may even be able to find hemangiosarcoma in other dogs.

All-American Dog "Paige" had a rough start as as puppy. Now 11, she and owner Flora Steffan have had an incredible agility career.

Learn the causes, signs, and treatment options for laryngeal paralysis in dogs, and how to help maximize your dog's quality of life.

The American Kennel Club is the world's largest registry of purebred dogs, and uses these statistics to rank the most popular breeds — and the rarest breeds. The numbers are in: these are the rarest dog breeds according to AKC registration statistics. In 2025, 202 total breeds were counted in the registration statistics. In 2026, 205 breeds will be counted [...]

The American Kennel Club has released registration statistics for 2025. Who will be crowned the most popular breed?

Dogs are renowned for their ability to read humans. But a study shows that the type of breed influences their level of human communication.

The American Kennel Club (AKC®), a not-for-profit organization that is the world’s largest registry of purebred and mixed-breed dogs, and a leading voice for canine welfare and responsible ownership, is excited to announce the champions of the AKC Agility League’s summer season! The League recently concluded its 13th season and honored its top [...]

  The spotlight shines on a beautiful young red dog who loves agility. Keavy is an Irish Setter who competes in the 20-Preferred class in the Agility League division of Regulation Sophomore and often is the top scoring Preferred Tall dog when League rankings come out. Her owner, Cheryl, has shared life with Irish Setters [...]