"Why is my dog scooting?" you may ask. Learn about the possible medical causes of this behavior and how you can help your dog feel better.

Are peanuts safe to feed to dogs? Find out how to give your pet a peanut safely and how to prepare the legumes in a healthy way.

We take name inspiration from all of our favorite things in life. Our favorite places, flowers, family members, movies—so when it comes to naming a new puppy, why not take a cue from some of our most-loved foods too? Whether you prefer sweet, salty, or savory, we have all kinds of food names for dogs. As […]

Just like humans, dogs can have panic attacks. Here's how to tell if your dog is having a panic attack and what to do to help prevent them.

How can you help an overweight dog improve their health? Find out how to support your pet, one step at a time.

Dogs can get internal parasites. The most common internal parasites dogs can get, how they work, and the problems they may cause.

If you're looking to get pet insurance, you'll want to note what pre-existing conditions that different insurances cover. What should you look out for?

The earliest dog foods were our leftovers. The earliest commercial dog foods were made from ingredients deemed unfit for human consumption. That’s changed. Now, dog foods are increasingly competing with human foods as consumers of “human-grade” ingredients. This makes our pets’ environmental pawprints much larger than in the past; in fact, in the book Time […]

While vaccinations are critical, it's still important to know the signs of common puppy illnesses so you're able to respond appropriately.

Sixty-nine million U.S. households owned a dog in 2020, according to a recent survey by the American Pet Products Association (APPA). Slightly more than one-quarter of dog owners provide homes to more than one dog. You’ve probably heard it said by devoted dog owners – dogs are just like potato chips; you can’t have just […]

Although many dogs find visiting the vet scary, it doesn't have to be a negative experience! Here's how to make your puppy's first vet visit great.

How do you choose the best dog food for your pup? AKC's dog nutrition experts explain how to choose the best dog food diet for your dog or puppy.

While skin bumps and strange lumps should always be taken seriously, certain types of bumps are more common than you might think.

Dog hiccups are perfectly normal. Here's why they might happen, what to do if your dog gets hiccups, and when to go to the vet.

Can dogs eat marshmallows? Here's why you should avoid giving your dog these sugary treats and opt for something healthier.

Right now you may be at a cookout with your dog, wondering: Can dogs eat hamburger? Here's what to know before you give your dog a bite.

Cookouts are fun for the whole family and the smells are sure to allure your dog. But can dogs eat hot dogs? Here's what to do if your dog snags one.

A visit to the beach is an ideal way to spend a summer day, and it can be tempting to take your dog along. But be aware the beach isn't the best option for all dogs. However, for the right dog, the beach can provide new sights, sounds, and smells to experience as well as […]

Here's what you need to know about dog skin cancer in dogs to help you understand your dog's possible condition. Learn the symptoms and treatment options.

Dogs can develop allergic reactions to food, medications, insect bites, and environmental allergens such as pollen and dust mites. If your dog is scratching more than usual, you might be tempted to reach for something in your medicine cabinet to try to ease their discomfort. Benadryl, or diphenhydramine for dogs, is an over-the-counter human medication […]

Getting your dog microchipped is safe and easy, and it might just help bring them home if they're ever lost.

Just like humans, dogs can be allergic to things. There are different causes of allergic reactions, which can range in severity depending on your dog.

The shaggy Old English Sheepdog is a lovable pet, but they're also a hard worker and smart companion. Here are some facts you may not know about the breed.

When the going gets tough, the tough get dogs. That was the lesson of 2020, when global lockdowns saw dog breeders' waitlists multiply and rescues empty as everyone rushed out for a furry companion. But new findings reveal a stunning 73 percent of people who became first-time dog owners during the COVID-19 crisis have considered […]

Every puppy or dog should have ample time to decompress when entering a new home. Here's the importance of dog decompression.

Emotional self-control, also known as impulse control, is something most dogs need to be taught. Here's how to teach your dog self-control.

When Maria B. Moya was growing up, she always wanted a dog, but it wasn’t possible where her family lived. Then she got out on her own and moved to Hoboken, New Jersey. In her new town, everyone, it seemed, had a dog. Many of them were the trendy mixed-breeds, known as "Goldendoodles." Moya, who […]

Hypoadrenocorticism, more commonly known as Addison's disease, is a disease has serious consequences for dogs. Fortunately, with proper treatment, dogs diagnosed with Addison's disease are expected to have normal lifespans. Addison's disease occurs when the adrenal glands fail to produce the hormones that they are in charge of in the body. The most important hormones […]

Each AKC-recognized breed is assigned to one of seven groups. We're taking a closer look at the Working Group to see what these 32 breeds were bred to do.

Though we often don’t think about them in this way, dogs are really about people — those long-ago (or, sometimes, not so long-ago) figures who developed particular breeds for particular tasks. Some breeds — like the Doberman Pinscher, Teddy Roosevelt Terrier, and Cesky Terrier — owe their existence to just one visionary person. Other breeds were brought into being […]