Although dog walks are a great way to provide exercise and enrichment to most dogs, they can be the source of stress for others. How can you help?

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.

Nominees in Conformation Michael Canalizo Michael Canalizo has spent many years in the Dog Show World as a Breeder/Owner, Professional Handler, turned Judge. His first exposure to his primary breed: the Afghan Hound came in 1961 as a member of “the typical Hobby Breeder family” with their purchase of “Babu Bamn of Grandeur”. He showed […]

Dog pneumonia has many causes from viruses to bacteria to inhaled foreign particles. Learn to recognize the signs and treatment options for your dog.

[accordion] [accordion_panel title="2024"] AKC National Detection Dog Conference, July 23 – 25, 2024  The AKC Detection Dog Task Force (DDTF) is pleased to announce the AKC National Detection Dog Conference will take place July 23 – 25, 2024, at the Roberts Centre in Wilmington, Ohio. This year’s theme is Detection Dogs: Past, Present & Future. The […]

14-year-old Calista Sophia McKee Competing this year in Orlando, Florida at the 10th AKC Obedience Classic, with the goal of competing in all 50 states.

Saint Bernard 'Shayna' may not be the most agile dog, but she is competing in both the AKC Obedience Classic and the AKC Agility Invitational.

Celena and Dallas Quinney of Quinney’s Boxers are located in South Texas where their family has been breeding and competing with Boxers since 2011. It is a family endeavor and their children, William, Todd, and Charlotte, are invaluable to their breeding program as they spend countless hours in the whelping box and socializing puppies. At […]

Choosing a name for your girl dog requires some creative inspiration and plenty of thought. After all, this is a name that you'll be saying to your new puppy every day for many happy years ahead. Like human baby girl names, female dog names rise and fall in popularity. It's unlikely you're meeting a lot […]

A sweet, calm nature, and a soft expression with distinctive markings on the coat and face, contribute to the majestic Bernese Mountain Dog's popularity. But this breed is also a hardworking farm dog, dating back in carting and drafting thousands of years.

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.

The Great Pyrenees is an ancient breed with a fascinating, disputed history. From royal palaces to mountain pastures to your couch, read about how this giant breed you know and love today came to be.

Learn about innovations in dog hearing aids, the challenges with their development, and whether the can improve your pet's quality of life

Hormone-sparing sterilization (vasectomy or ovary-sparing spay) retain hormones associated with possibly better health and behavior.

You may not have heard of a Nederlandse Kooikerhondje, but when you see Senna zipping around the AKC Agility Premier Cup, you'll be surprised at her talent.

A Border Collie named Flint is using his refined sense of smell to help control a damaging widespread infestation of the spotted lanternfly.

Like people, dogs may experience health issues that affect their mobility. Alongside traditional medicine, your vet might suggest a chiropractic.

Just like humans with Alzheimer's disease, dogs can suffer from Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome or dog dementia. Learn the signs and how you can treat it.

There are lots of reasons why dogs throw up, but is your dog vomiting or regurgitating? It's important to know the difference.

Every year, the AKC publishes its list of breed rankings by popularity, based on registration statistics. 2022, the top 10 least popular breeds were: Pyrenean Shepherds (No. 190) Cesky Terriers (No. 191) Sussex Spaniels (No. 192) Harriers (No. 193) Azawakhs (No. 194) Belgian Laekenois (No. 195) American Foxhounds (No. 196) Sloughis (No. 197) Norwegian Lundehunds […]