The top dogs in the nation were crowned from an overall entry of 132 dogs this past weekend at the AKC Rally Champion (RACH) Invitational. Competitions were held December 11-12, 2025, in conjunction with the 25th AKC® National Championship Presented by Royal Canin at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL. The winners: AKC […]

Sunquest Hidden Treasure, a Pekingese known as "Digger" triumphed over 1,756 dogs ages six months to 18 months to become the AKC® Royal Canin National...

Never mind the Mouse. In December, Orlando is all about the dog. Actually, make that plural: Dogs–thousands of them, from tiny Chihuahuas to ginormous Great Danes–stream into Florida to compete in the American Kennel Club's annual flagship event, the AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin. But if you're never attended before, you might just […]

In today’s ever-connected world, your puppies’ families aren’t always the neighbors across town who found you in the local paper. Sometimes, prospective buyers will need to fly their new puppy home. To help them prepare, here are some useful tips and a travel checklist you can share with your puppy buyers. What Breeders Can Do […]

Pat Speas and her 11-year-old Scottish Terrier 'Pickles' are on their eighth round of the AKC Agility Invitationals, now in its 20th year.

Rocco, a Siberian Husky, goes once a month to meet Richard Orea of Homeboy Puppy Fades Pet Grooming Salon for a clean start.

Why do dogs like belly rubs? Here's the reason your dog might enjoy having their stomach touched: and why it's also OK if they don't.

The world of dog shows, or conformation, has a unique set of language and terminology. Learn what some of the words you hear at dog shows actually mean.

Unfortunately, dog pee can kill grass, leaving brown and yellow spots on your lawn. Here's why and how to prevent and fix it.

Labrador Retriever "Bea," owned by Buddy Niner, wins the 2025 AKC Award for Canine Excellence in the Service Dog category.

"Flint," a German Shepherd Dog, has won the 2025 Award for Canine Excellence in the Search and Rescue - Disaster Response category with Jen Michelson.

Deputy Gabriel Jasso and K-9 Bloodhound 'Keva' work on live-finding missing persons. The team won the 2025 AKC Award for Canine Excellence.

The 2025 AKC UpDog Invitational winners have been crowned! See who took home the prize in Freestyle, Men's Far Out, and Women's Far Out!

Two‑time UpDog Freestyle Champion Bonnie Scott and her dog Kiddo bring high‑energy teamwork and joy to the AKC UpDog Invitational.

Walking your dog is essential for daily exercise and stimulation, but how long and how often do you need to walk a dog each day?

Holidays can be stressful for dogs. The following tips will help you prepare your dog so you can both enjoy the coming holiday season.

Do all dogs need a winter coat? If so, what are the best winter coats for dogs? We break down our favorites for dogs of all sizes and breeds.

Why do dogs spin before they poop? It may seem like odd behavior, but some dogs like making circles rather than making number two on the spot.

Congratulations 2023 NLCC winners! December 3, 2023Ardmore, OK   Best of Breed Winners: FC Kaatje Vlam Of Synergon SC BCAT Afghan Hound     M O'Neill/E Abresch FC Kel Simoon Ramisi 'N Sambala RN MC CA BCAT CGC Azawakh     M BISBEE DC Bisa's Bold Spirit MC LCX Basenji     T Colbert FC Oxota I Am The Storm SC ATT Borzoi     L Abordo Kd Just A […]

The AKC works with non-AKC service and sports organizations to recognize the titles that AKC-registered dogs earn in their programs. This includes the AKC Therapy Dog program and the AKC Search & Rescue program. AKC also recognizes titles of the Barn Hunt Association (BHA); North American Diving Dogs (NADD); the North American Flyball Association (NAFA); […]