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

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.

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 […]

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 […]