Getting ready to take your dog on a car trip? Before you hit the open road, there are a few things you can do to make sure your dog is safe in the car.

Dog breeders in New Hampshire are being targeted by legislation that seeks to make them criminals. The legislation is scheduled for a committee hearing on Tuesday, March 5. Responsible dog breeders and owners across the country are needed to join the fight to defend the rights and reputations of purebred dog breeders and to respectfully […]

From tenacious terriers to stunning sighthounds, learn more about the 8 AKC-recognized Irish dog breeds that hail from the Emerald Isle.

AKC’s Herding program offers both tests and trials. The herding test is offered in a non-competitive pass/fail format as an Instinct Test, Herding Test, and Pre-Trial test. All are conducted within a fenced arena and includes the use of livestock such as ducks, sheep, or cattle. During a test, a dog must demonstrate the ability […]

Your dog's eye and vision evolved to emphasize the vision needed for hunting at night. Yours evolved for picking berries during the day. Here's how.

Reactive dogs often overreact to certain things or situations. But, reactivity is often confused with aggression. Here's how to tell the difference.

There are many reasons why you might take your dog's temperature, so it's good to know the best thermometer to use, how to use it, and what to look for.

When he was born, he was struggling to survive. Now, Australian Shepherd "Leonidas" is a conformation dog and PTSD service dog.

Clothes like dog coats, jackets, and boots can be important safety measures when it's very hot or very cold outside. But how do you get your dog comfortable with them?

Learn how to identify arthritis in dogs, obtain a diagnosis from a veterinarian, and explore the various techniques to manage and treat the disease.

You may have seen dog shows on TV, but what exactly happens at a Conformation event? How are dogs judged, and how do they win?

You may recognize the term CBD, which comes in many different forms. But can it be used safely for dogs? Learn more about canine CBD.

A combination of breed and socialization will help determine how your dog will behave. Here's why breed matters when selecting a pet.

Canine degenerative myelopathy (also known as DM) is a spinal cord disease. DM can result in gradual paralysis in dogs, starting in the hind legs.

Wondering why your dog eats bees? Bee stings in dogs can lead to life-threatening allergic reactions so it is good to be prepared.

Looking to learn more about Tramadol for dogs? We discuss what it's used for, what side effects it causes, and correct dosages.

Just as we have social etiquette for meeting new people, dogs have rules for greetings too. Learn how to greet strange dogs safely and politely.

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While AKC Scent Work is a relatively new sport, it has become one of the fastest-growing. This low-impact sport is an excellent way to build your dog's confidence and is great for all dogs no matter their size, breed, age, or ability. Scent Work is all about your dog's joy of sniffing. In AKC Scent […]

Lure-and-reward training is a method of teaching dogs new behaviors and movements. Find out how to use it effectively when training your dog.

Do dogs grieve the loss of their owners? Here's how to recognize dog grief and support a dog during periods of loss.

Intervertebral disc disease (IVDD) in dogs is a neurologic condition affecting the spinal cord. It can range in severity, from pain to paralysis.

When Rick and Lorie Douglas first set eyes on puppy Biscotti Rose two years ago, they knew she was special. Now a Westminster and Conformation star, she is also Rick's best support system through cancer treatment.

Can dogs sense death? Ask any group of dog lovers, and they can give you example after example. But is it just a coincidence, or can they tell?

We have some big news to report about All-Americans succeeding at earning the top titles and honors in Agility, Coursing Ability, Fast CAT, Rally, Obedience, Scent Work, Tracking, and Trick Dog. Many dogs are also having success in AKC’s Virtual Titling programs! Agility Congratulations to this dog on earning the Agility Grand Champion title: AGCH […]

We know and love probiotics for people, but what about probiotics for dogs? Probiotics have many benefits, from better skin to a stronger immune system.

Puppy mouthing and play biting hurts, but with patient, consistency, and these expert tips you can teach your puppy not to mouth humans.

Can dogs see in the dark? Learn how dog vision works and how dogs manage to see safely at night.

Do you suspect your dog is having vision trouble? Perhaps they're nervous in dimly lit spaces or bumping into things in unfamiliar environments. Although many conditions could be responsible for your dog's vision loss, one possible cause is progressive retinal atrophy, also known as PRA. This is a genetic disease of the retina in the […]

Greyhounds aren't known for being water-lovers but dock diving enthusiast Shuggs is an exception. He is the only dog of his breed to title in Diving Dogs.