Is your dog anxious or fearful? Learn how to reduce dog anxiety with confidence-building, enrichment, and positive training.

[accordion] [accordion_panel title="October 2, 2026"] Patriotic Puppy Program Breeder Spotlight Judy Braun, Bluegrass Bloodhounds Judy Braun, owner of Bluegrass Bloodhounds in Leitchfield, Kentucky, breeds, trains, and handles scent-specific man-trailing Bloodhounds. “Since I began handling Bloodhounds in 2009, the field has shaped every part of my breeding philosophy,” says Judy. “I breed for the dog I […]

If your dog eats cooked chicken bones, stay calm and remove any remaining bones if it’s safe to do so. Monitor your dog closely for signs of choking, discomfort, or digestive issues, and contact your veterinarian for guidance.

Since the 1980's, there have been significant advances in the field of animal assisted therapy and the use of therapy dogs. Organized therapy dog groups provide educational material to volunteers, they screen both volunteers and dogs, and they provide liability insurance for when the dog and handler are volunteering in a therapy setting. Therapy dog […]

Breeder of Merit FAQs [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Prepaid Registrations In Breeder Toolkit"] If you plan to use the prepaid option to register all of the puppies – Do not select the electronic (downloadable) litter kit when you register the litter. That will disable the prepaid option. You are able to send an individual Registration Application for […]

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 […]

Fall 2026 Season Enrollment Has Closed Winter 2027 Season enrollment will open in mid-December. Please watch this page for updates on opening dates. If you wish to be placed on the Winter Season contact list or have questions, please write AgilityLeague@akc.org.   Current Rankings The AKC Agility LeagueTM adds a fun and exciting way for […]

Why is the Anatolian Shepherd Dog such a respected livestock guardian? Learn about the breed’s history, traits, size, and impact on wildlife conservation.

The Clumber Spaniel looks like a more rugged version of the Cocker Spaniel, but the two breeds are very different. The Clumber is a rare breed with mysterious origins. Learn more about this Sporting breed with these Clumber Spaniel fun facts. No One Is Sure Where They're From There is a theory that the Clumber […]

The American Water Spaniel is a rare breed. Learn more about these dogs with these American Water Spaniel fun facts.