The 18th annual AKC® Agility Invitational Presented by YuMOVE® took place December 16-17, 2023 in Orlando, FL in conjunction with the AKC® National Championship Presented by Royal Canin, demonstrating the highest level of training and teamwork between dog and handler. The top five dogs in each breed received an invitation to compete in this prestigious […]

In our award-winning Down and Back: Stories From the American Kennel Club Archives dog podcast, now in Season Four, host Bud Boccone tells the tales of breeds, dogs, and personalities who’ve shaped America (and Americans) over generations. Using the American Kennel Club's historical records, archival material, oral histories, interviews, and more, the show brings dog […]

Dog paralysis may be permanent or temporary, depending on the cause. Common causes include infections, trauma, spinal stroke and disk disease.

Most dogs enjoy training, but dogs also might like one sport over another. So how do you tell if your dog likes the sport?

Originally bred as hunting companions, pointing breeds excel at tracking upland game for their owners. So which dogs are pointers, and what did they originally do?

Beth Kirven of West Columbia, South Carolina, has always had Sporting dogs — her first dog as an adult was an English Cocker. But once she married and had children, she decided to ditch the grooming and go for some smooth operators: namely, Pointers, acquiring her first from the late Susan Thompson of Solivia Pointers […]

Just like humans with Alzheimer's disease, dogs can suffer from Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome or dog dementia. Learn the signs and how you can treat it.

Targeting involves teaching your dog to touch an object with their paw or nose, and it is a very useful skill to teach your dog.

Dogs can come into contact with internal parasites at any point in their lives, including before they are born. These parasites—which are often different types of worms—can cause problems once they find their way into your dog's gastrointestinal (GI) tract. Depending on the parasite, your dog may experience symptoms, but this isn't always the case. […]

Being proactive with tick prevention helps protect your dog from nasty tick-borne diseases, including ehrlichiosis. Learn more about ehrlichiosis in dogs.

As seasons change and get warmer, flea and tick seasons change too. Learn your state's season and how to prepare your dog against fleas and ticks.

The number of cases of marijuana intoxication in dogs has risen dramatically in recent decades. Fortunately, it's rarely fatal, but it can bring about some worrying symptoms, and you should always seek veterinary advice if you suspect your dog has ingested this drug. Why Has There Been Such a Drastic Rise in Reported Cases? In […]

The winners of the 2023 AKC Diving Dogs Challenge were crowned in each of the three disciplines: Air Retrieve, Distance Jumping and Hydro Dash.

There’s a new top dog in town! The American Kennel Club (AKC®), a not-for-profit organization, the world’s largest purebred dog registry and leading advocate for dogs, announced this morning that the ever-popular Labrador Retriever’s record-breaking reign has ended. The playful and adaptable French Bulldog is America’s most popular breed for the first time. While it […]

The AKC uses registration data to collect the most popular breeds of the past year, and for the first time in history, the French Bulldog takes the #1 spot

Showing dogs—the formal term for it is “Conformation”—is a sport. Like any football game or tennis match, dog shows have rules, too. But folks who sit on the sidelines can easily become bewildered if they don’t understand how guidelines apply to the game at hand. Whether you’re taking aim at a fastball or trotting with […]

What are the best dogs for running or jogging partners? We run down dogs with endurance, build, athleticism, and temperament for running.

Wonder what your dog's New Year's resolutions are? Take a look at some behavior changes that may be on your dog's mind.

It's hard enough for humans to administer eye drops to themselves. But how do you give them to your dog? Although eye drops are important for various eye issues, it's challenging to gain your dog's cooperation. You don't want to waste expensive medication or potentially make your dog uncomfortable by holding them down. What is […]

Just as we humans get cold in chilly weather, your dog may, too. And while Siberian Huskies, Alaskan Malamutes, and other dogs with dense coats may be just fine in winter, short-haired, small, and light-bodied breeds can sometimes use an extra layer of protection. Senior dogs or sick dogs may not tolerate the cold well, […]