You may recognize the term CBD, which comes in many different forms. But can it be used safely for dogs? Learn more about canine CBD.

Does CBD work for dogs? It depends. Here's how to choose the best and safest CBD oil or CBD products for your dog based on available research.

Can CBD oil help dogs with epilepsy and seizure? Research says maybe. Here's everything we know about CBD oil for dog seizures.

Dr. Jerry Klein gives the need-to-know information about using CBD oil to treat dogs. Learn what CBD oil is, what it does, side effects, and more.

Questions about CBD oil for dogs? You may not get answers from your veterinarian. Our Chief Veterinarian, Dr. Jerry Klein, weighs in.

If you've used CBD or considered it for your dog, you may also be considering CBD oil. Here are key differences between CBD treats and CBD oil for dogs.

Canine idiopathic epilepsy, defined as recurrent seizures with no identifiable underlying cause, is the most common medical neurologic disease in dogs.   Twenty to thirty percent of affected dogs continue to experience seizures despite treatment with currently available anti-epileptic drugs (AEDs).  In addition, side effects from these drugs, such as increased appetite, sedation, restlessness, or anxiety [...]

Learn how to identify arthritis in dogs, obtain a diagnosis from a veterinarian, and explore the various techniques to manage and treat the disease.

CBD to calm anxiety. Mushrooms to boost immunity. Probiotics and plant-based diets. No, this isn't a rundown of advice from your favorite Instagram wellness coach, it's a list of rising wellness trends for dogs. Are these new trends truly beneficial for your dog, or are they merely passing fads? Get to know each trend and [...]

Canine idiopathic epilepsy, recurrent seizures with no identifiable underlying cause, remains a common concern of dog owners and veterinary professionals. Despite the development of new anti-epileptic drugs, many dogs’ seizures remain uncontrolled using currently available therapies. To address this major health concern the AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF), along with its donors, has invested over [...]

How do you know if your dog has anxiety? What can you do to treat dog anxiety? We're here to explain everything you need to know.

Dog calming treats can relieve anxiety, soothe senior dogs, and reduce excitability. The best option will depend on your dog's specific needs.

Is your dog scared of thunder and storms? Learn why your dog is frightened and how you can help soothe your dog's thunderstorm anxiety.

Despite or perhaps as a result of the stress and unusual health precautions Americans experienced in 2020, people focused more than ever on their pets. For the first time, pet industry sales exceeded $100 billion, according to American Pet Products Association (APPA) 2020 State of the Industry Report. This tidal wave of spending is expected to continue for [...]

The first time a German Shepherd Dog named Titan arrived at MaryMac's Doggie Retreat in New Orleans, he didn't want to get out of the car.

Holidays with fireworks cause lots of loud noises, which can cause dog anxiety. Learn how to keep your dog calm during fireworks.

Librela is a new pain management drug for canine osteoarthritis. Learn more about its advantages, limitations and when it is a suitable treatment option.

Dogs are naturally curious animals, which can sometimes get them in trouble. Even the most attentive dog owners can be caught off guard when their dog licks or chews a household item that is toxic to dogs. It's important to familiarize yourself with the signs of poisoning in dogs and learn what to do if [...]

Learn more about the symptoms, causes, prevention, and treatment of separation anxiety in dogs and puppies from AKC's dog training experts.

We had Jaco less than 10 months when it happened. Jaco was a German Shepherd Dog exported from the Czech Republic when he was 16 months old. I wanted him to be my next scent-detection dog, a partner in the work I’ve done for more than a decade, finding the missing and the dead. He was [...]

Epilepsy is the most common neurological disorder seen in dogs, but with proper diagnosis and drugs therapy, most epileptic dogs can live long happy lives.

Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever is a potentially fatal tick-borne disease, but if caught early is usually curable. Here's what you need to know.

Know the signs of IBD and IBS and how to diagnose and treat them. IBS is less common in dogs than IBD, but can have many different causes.

“You might be able to fool a kiosk, but you can’t fool a canine’s nose.” Those words were spoken by Paul Nardella, CBP Assistant Port Director for the Area Port of Philadelphia, after a woman who was traveling from Athens, Greece, to Philadelphia with almost $40,000 of undeclared currency and [...]

Introduction In many breeding programs, genetic health testing has become an essential part of responsible dog breeding. One concept frequently used by breeders is “Clear by Parentage” (CBP). This designation indicates a puppy inherited two normal copies of a genetic variant because both parents tested “clear” for a known disease-associated variant. While this can be [...]

We recently comes across several stories of pet owners acting courageously when their dogs’ lives were threatened by wild animals. For instance, one woman fought off a python that had wrapped around her dog. Another tussled with an alligator that snatched her dog. And then there’s Pierce Orminston, a 15-year-old Canadian, who [...]

  Harley, a Yellow Labrador Retriever, may have lost her sight, but that doesn't stop her from making a difference in the lives of all she meets. Harley and her owner, Rita Harrell, travel to Shriners Hospital for Children every week and visit patients, reports CBS News. Harley is a therapy dog, and a [...]

For the past 35 years, we have had the great pleasure of spending most or all of the summer at Cape Cod, MA, with our many generations of Golden Retriever and mixed-breed dogs.  As we near the salt water, the dogs always sniff the air and eagerly look out the window at the many salt marshes [...]

The American Kennel Club is pleased to announce that the permanent record from the first AKC Parent Club Conference has been placed on CD-ROM for distribution to parent clubs and delegates. The CD contents include a transcript record of all the sessions held at the conference, as well as the PowerPoint presentations and video clips [...]

The spotlight shines on one of the rarest breeds competing in the AKC Agility League. Koda is a Karelian Bear Dog (KBD) – a breed in the AKC Foundation Stock Service (FSS). Koda is the first of his breed to earn an AKC agility title! He is no slouch in other areas as he is currently [...]