Epilepsy is the most common neurological disorder seen in dogs, but with proper diagnosis and drugs therapy, most epileptic dogs can live long happy lives.

Regularly bathing your dog, brushing their coat, and feeding them a balanced diet is all part of a balanced skincare routine.

You clean your own dishes after using them, but how often should you wash your dog bowls? Learn more about safety and the importance of washing dog bowls.

The AKC National Championship Week, included the RACH Invitational for AKC Rally for the first time ever this year. See the winners!

Luc is a 16-year-old Maltese from Houston, Texas. This Agility Grand Champion is looking forward to competing in the upcoming AKC Agility Invitational.

Jobs may come and go but being a responsible dog owner is a long-term commitment. Under ideal circumstances, you could work from home or bring your dog...

A new study from the University of Helsinki is showing that the changes after getting a puppy can result in "puppy blues," similar to baby blues.

Short limbs and an unusually large head are signs of a medical condition called dwarfism in dogs. Learn more about dogs with dwarfism.

Walks with your dog don't have to be boring. In fact, they're the ideal time to spend some quality time together with dog training games for walks.

Training your dog with games is not only fun but effective. These games will help your dog listen despite distractions and polish their obedience skills.

Your dog's name reflects their personality and helps you effectively communicate with them. But how do you choose the perfect name? Here are some tips.

Dogs often grab items they shouldn't have which can be dangerous. Teach your dog to trade items with you to make retrieval of those items easier.

Dog calming treats can relieve anxiety, soothe senior dogs, and reduce excitability. Yet, the best option depends on your dog's specific needs.

GCHG CH Hearthmore's Wintergreen Mountain RI CGC TKN FITB, a Giant Schnauzer known as “Monty” triumphed over more than 5,600 competitors to earn a $50,000 cash prize when they were awarded Best in Show at the AKC® National Championship Presented by Royal Canin, held December 14-15, 2024 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, […]

The top dogs in the nation were crowned from an overall combined entry of 266 dogs this past weekend at the 11th AKC® Obedience Classic. Competitions were held December 14-15, 2024 in conjunction with the AKC® National Championship Presented by Royal Canin at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL. The 13th AKC® Obedience […]

The top dogs in the nation were crowned from an overall entry of 139 dogs this past weekend at the first AKC RACH Invitational. Competitions were held December 12-13, 2024, in conjunction with the AKC® National Championship Presented by Royal Canin at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL. The winners: AKC RACH Invitational […]

The American Kennel Club (AKC®), a not-for-profit organization, the world’s largest purebred dog registry and leading advocate for dogs, is pleased to announce The AKC Agility League recently concluded its seventh season of competition and honored its top teams and competitors. Team champions were named in each of the eight divisions. The AKC Agility League […]

The following are the group designations that AKC breeds have been assigned. There are currently 202 breeds and 9 breeds with 21 varieties.  The varieties are by size, color or group.   The varieties are marked by **(Revised 1/01/25) [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Sporting Group – 33 breeds"] Sporting Group Naturally active and alert, Sporting dogs make likeable, […]

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! AGILITY Master Agility Champion (MACH) MACH George G RN MXB MJB XF TKP owned by Sophie Janavs of Studio City, CA George is Sophie’s […]

On October 22, the Ojai City Council voted 4-1 to adopt a first-in-the-nation law that prohibits the breeding of dogs and cats with “congenital anatomical features” that are likely to cause the animal or its offspring to suffer pain, deformity, or difficult expressing natural behaviors, difficulty breathing, difficultly with physical exertion or exercise, or difficulty […]