How to Fit Probiotics into Your Dog's Daily Routine Dogs experience digestive ups and downs just like we do. Whether it's potty struggles or a rumbly...

Maggie Hoddick, a thirteen-year-old from Valashia, New York competes in AKC Rally and Obedience with her five-year-old Portuguese Water Dog, "Windy."

Bringing home a new dog? Experts explain why taking time off or working from home can help with bonding, training, and veterinary care.

There is so much misinformation passed around about dogs, but to truly know your pet, get to the bottom of these common dog myths.

While vets do prescribe aspirin for dogs, it has some serious side effects. Before you reach into your medicine cabinet, talk to your vet.

Learn why Dalmatians have spots, how their distinctive coat develops, and what genetics reveal about breed history, deafness, and bladder stones.

Crate training is beneficial for every dog. It's important to know the common challenges. Here are tips to help your dog love their crate.

One of the most valuable lessons dog owners can learn is that training never really stops. You might think your dog is only learning during training classes or when you have formal practice sessions at home. But your dog learns all the time, whether you're officially teaching them a skill or not. You're training your […]

Barking is a natural dog behavior, but excessive barking is a nuisance. Learn to curb your dog's barking and teach them better ways to behave.

Crates are valuable tools for puppies, especially when it comes to potty training and preventing your pup from chewing the furniture. A crate can also provide an adult dog with space for relaxation and time away from stressful situations. Plus, crates make for safe traveling with your dog.  With so many benefits to crate training, […]

Learn how to house train a puppy with frequent potty breaks, positive reinforcement, crate training, and routines.

Thinking about getting a family dog? Discover how dogs can help kids develop empathy, build self-esteem, and learn responsibility.

For a healthy and socialized puppy, it’s important to provide physical exercise and mental stimulation. Here are some activities for training your puppy.

A new puppy checklist is a great starting point before welcoming a dog into your home. Learn what's essential and what can wait.

Puppies, like human babies, do a lot of learning in their early months, especially when it comes to navigating their new environment and adopting good manners. In This Article Building Trust Training at 8–16 Weeks Skills by 6 Months Skills by One Year Training Older Dogs FAQs About Puppy Training Timeline For tips on how […]

If you want to include potty pads in your puppy’s housetraining routine, read on for tips on how to potty train a puppy on pads.

Season 13 - Spring/Summer Season 2026 [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Extended Ph.D."] Top Three Teams Champion – Michigan Border Patrol – Michigan Reserve Champion – Misfits on the Run – West Virginia Third Place – Let’s Play TAG – North Carolina Individual Dog Placements 8-Inch Regular 1st – Smirk, Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Pluff Mudd Brats 12-Inch Regular 1st – […]

The AKC Outstanding Sportsmanship Award Program was established in 2006 to provide each AKC Member Club with an embossed AKC medallion to award on a yearly basis as an ongoing effort to celebrate its volunteer club members. This award honors those individuals who deserve special recognition that have made a difference in the Sport of […]