When your dog is gazing up at you with endearing eyes, it’s tempting to share the scraps you have on your plate, especially when it comes to leftover barbecue. We’ve all heard the phrase “give a dog a bone,” but the literal action might not be as harmless as we think. Most people consider dogs […]

"Sitting pretty" is a cute trick also often referred to as “beg.” Here's how you can teach your dog to sit pretty.

Learning to sit is an important skill that is a fundamental in dog training. Here are tips on how to help teach your dog to sit.

After settling into your comfy chair, you're ready for a movie night at home. Before you can say "Pass the popcorn," your dog approaches, sits on your feet, and leans on your legs. This gesture has precedent, too; historically, aristocratic ladies used some small breeds as foot warmers. Plenty of doggie cushions line the floor, […]

In the Gregorian solar calendar, which is the international civil calendar, the New Year is a fixed day, Jan. 1, around the world. The Chinese calendar, however, is a lunar calendar, which is why the Chinese New Year falls on a different day each year. This year, the New Year is on Feb. 16. In […]

For siblings Ryan and Sarah Ford from Kentucky, Agility is a family sport. They compete in the AKC Agility League, and internationally, with their dogs.

In addition to the renowned conformation show, the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show presented by Purina® Pro Plan® hosted the third annual Masters Agility Championship and the inaugural year of the Masters Obedience Championship.   Masters Agility Championship Agility is an athletic event designed to demonstrate a dog's willingness to work in a variety of […]

Can a plastic hand-held toy tame prehistoric man-eating monsters? Sure, it has stunning special effects that make it seem as if those dinosaurs are going to leap into your lap. It has a hunky heartthrob, Chris Pratt, playing the central role of dino wrangler Owen. On its first weekend, it grossed an eye popping $200+ […]

  Small dogs—those weighing less than 20 pounds—have held a steady place in the hearts of Americans over the past four years according to American Kennel Club registration statistics. Since 2000, four of the top ten most popular breeds have been small dogs, indicating that while Americans may be gravitating towards bigger cars and appetites […]

The top dogs in the nation were crowned from an overall combined entry of 257 dogs this past weekend at the 12th AKC® Obedience Classic. Competitions were held December 13-14, 2025, in conjunction with the 25th AKC® National Championship presented by Royal Canin at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL. The 14th AKC® […]