Cancer is one of the most common diseases in dogs, especially seniors. Discover symptoms, diagnosis, treatment options, breed risks, and prevention tips.

The newest AKC recognized breed, the Danish-Swedish Farmdog is a little dog with a lot of personality. Learn more with these breed fun facts.

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.

Does your dog have a double coat? Learn how double coats work, why they matter, and how to groom double-coated breeds throughout the year.

Does a dog's brain size affect how trainable they are? Scientists looked at the large and small relative brain sizes of dogs to see.

Dog body language can be confusing. But if you know the signs and signals to look for, it can make it easier to communicate with and understand your pet.

Many dogs enjoy sharing frozen treats with their owners, but ice cream isn’t always the best option. Because most ice cream is made with milk and cream, its lactose can cause stomach upset, gas or diarrhea in sensitive dogs, and the sugar can contribute to weight gain. Fortunately, there are plenty of dog-friendly frozen treats that cool dogs […]

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 […]

Dog owners tend to dismiss bad dog breath as just “dog breath,” but there is usually a very good reason behind the odor. Here's how to address it.

You have more options than you know to keep your dog's teeth clean. Learn more about dental health tips to keep your dog's teeth sparkling.

Dog have blood types, but they're more complex than humans'. Learn about how transfusions work.

Spider bites in dogs can cause symptoms from mild irritation to life-threatening. Learn the signs, treatment options, and prevention tips.

Learn the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of deafness in dogs, plus tips for helping deaf dogs live safe, happy, and active lives.

Discover the history of the Portuguese Water Dog, from its origins as a hardworking fishing companion to its modern role as an athletic family dog.

From the Emerald Isle to presidents' homes, Irish Setters are a striking breed. Learn more about the breed with these Irish Setter fun facts.

(updated 10/6/26 ) 9/14/2026 From the September Board Meeting - one new breed was added to the Foundation Stock Service Program – Seppala Siberian Sleddog. The American Dutch Shepherd Association is the official parent club for the Dutch Shepherd and to accept the Dutch Shepherd into the AKC Stud Book on June 30, 2027 . […]

Papillon Learn about Papillons [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Rescue Organizations"] PapAdopters & Placement Service Phone: 248-231-5076 Email: info@papadopters.com Papillon Haven Rescue phone: 501-865-4442 (central time), fax: 501-865-4600 (central time) Email: jorolan@catc.net or jorolan2@yahoo.com Papillon Pals Rescue phone: 904-477-6829 - Tami Steinle Email: papillonpals@comcast.net  [/accordion_panel] [/accordion] Parson Russell Terrier Learn about Parson Russell Terriers [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Rescue Organizations"] Parson Russell Terrier […]

Cairn Terrier Learn about Cairn Terriers [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Rescue Organizations"] Cairn Terrier Club of America Patricia Gould, 9510 190th Place SW Edmonds, WA 98020; 406-459-8290; CairnPup@gmail.com Col. Potter Cairn Rescue Network [/accordion_panel] [/accordion] Canaan Dog Learn about Canaan Dogs [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Rescue Organizations"] Canaan Dog Rescue Network, Inc. [/accordion_panel] [/accordion] Cane Corso Learn about Cani Corso [accordion] […]

The American Kennel Club is a "club of clubs", and not a club of individuals. There are over 500 clubs that meet AKC membership requirements and have duly elected or appointed Delegates to represent them at quarterly meetings of the Delegate Body. Each Delegate functions as a representatives of his or her AKC Member Club […]

To view other Pee Wee photos click here. If you have a Pee Wee photo you would like to share, please send to: juniors@akc.org [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Procedures and Guidelines"] A Club must submit a Special Attractions Form to conduct the Pee Wee Class Special Attraction. The request must be approved by the Event Operations department. The […]