An estimated 20 percent of dogs have some form of ear disease. Here are the symptoms and treatment for dog ear infections.

If you're looking for the perfect at-home companion, consider the Shih Tzu. This loving, playful, and outgoing breed is known for being good with kids.

Food allergies can appear at any age, but most dogs eat an offending food for two years before symptoms appear. Here are the most common signs of allergy.

Canine brucellosis is a contagious bacterial infection that most often affects a dog's reproductive system, causing infertility, pregnancy loss, and reproductive complications. However, the bacteria can also affect other organs and make spayed or neutered dogs sick. Because canine brucellosis can spread between dogs and, in rare cases, from dogs to people, early detection and […]

The best dog for you depends on your lifestyle, not age. Learn more about dog breeds that can make great companions for older adults

Bringing home a new dog? Experts explain why taking time off or working from home can help with bonding, training, and veterinary care.

Based on American Kennel Club registration statistics, we rank the most popular dog breeds in America each year. The French Bulldog takes the No. 1 spot!

Competition & Title Updates  We have some big news to report about All-Americans succeeding at earning the top titles in Agility, Coursing Ability, Rally, Obedience, Scent Work, and Tracking. AGILITY Congratulations to the winners at the 2019 AKC Agility Invitational AKC Canine Partners congratulates the All-American Dogs and their owners who competed and won honors at the AKC […]

Homegrown terrorism and mass shootings have sadly become everyday news in the United States. As a result, the demand for explosives detection dogs as a deterrent against such crimes is on the increase with one major problem: there are not enough dogs to meet the growing need. The US Government purchases 80 to 90% its […]

AKC National Detection Dog Conference Returns to Durham, NC August 14, 2026 The American Kennel Club’s National Detection Dog Conference returned to Durham, North Carolina, August 4–6, 2026. The conference brought together researchers, breeders, trainers, veterinarians, law enforcement professionals, and industry experts to discuss advancements and challenges across the detection dog field. Pre-conference activities began […]