Canine massage has many benefits for dogs from puppies to seniors. It can ease pain, increase mobility and circulation, and aid in recovery.

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.

Laura Jane Stewart and her son, Noah Hines, are the owners of Three Oaks Farmdogs in Raleigh, North Carolina. They bought their first Danish-Swedish Farm Dog in December of 2017 and have raised two litters. Danish-Swedish Farmdogs are a rare breed and, though they are new to it, Laura Jane and Noah have had a […]

Dog doors are a great option for many households, but they're not for everyone. Here are some things to consider before installing a dog door in your home.

Amitriptyline, which goes by the brand name Elavil, is prescribed as an off-label treatment for generalized anxiety and separation anxiety in dogs.

The Spotlight shines on a special dog - Aspen, who is deaf and an amazing agility competitor. Aspen ran last season on the League team Living the Dream based at Dream Acres Agility in Wisconsin. She helped her team win the Season 6 Regulation Sophomore Championship with her speed and accuracy. Her owner and handler, […]

Carefully bred for working ability, Briar has more than fulfilled her breeder’s hopes. The 4-year-old Golden Retriever has already earned the AKC Obedience Trial Championship and the AKC Master Agility Championship, as well as shown her ability in the field with a Junior Hunter title. She has learned the tasks for service dog work, the […]

Mary-Kay Schroeder of Bayswater Portuguese Water Dogs is an AKC Breeder of Merit who has been breeding PWDs since 1993. She lives in Cicero, Indiana, which is about 30 miles north of Indianapolis and on Morse Lake. Mary-Kay shows her dogs in conformation, agility, water, obedience, and scent work.   AKC: How did you get […]

There are many common dog training mistakes that can confuse or frustrate your dog. Learn to avoid them to boost your training skills.

Finding a dog for your family is a hard decision. Why not consider the Labrador Retriever, one of the most popular breeds in the US?