If your dog doesn't like being brushed, don't worry. Here's why your dog may be acting out and here's how to get your dog more comfortable being brushed.

The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel's medium-long luscious coat and silky, feathery ears signal royalty. Here's how to groom a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.

Bike riding is a great way to enjoy the outdoors with your dog. Here are top tips on how to safely enjoy biking with dogs.

Acute or chronic kidney disease in dogs is a serious and progressive health concern. Early detection and proper management can extend your dog's life.

Can dogs get poison ivy? Though the plant is extremely bothersome to humans, cases of canines being affected by poison ivy are rare.

There are few sights more beautiful than watching a dog do the work it was bred to do, like Border Collies herding sheep.

Dogs can pick up viruses or parasites that lead to symptoms like vomiting and diarrhea. Famotidine, (Pepcid or Pepcid AC) can be used to treat this.

A new study shows that core strength training and conditioning may help dogs, especially canine athletes avoid knee injuries. Here's how to do it at home.

Boundary training teaches your dog to stay in or out of certain areas. Here's how to boundary train your dog with tips from AKC's dog training experts.

The most popular breeds in the U.S. have been announced, but where does your city fall? See 2025's most popular breeds by city.

At 7 months old, Weimaraner “Gauge,” a Weimaraner, launched herself off the front of a pontoon boat into the water below. She jumped without hesitation, much to the delight of her owners, Anna and Chris Brown. “My husband always wanted a dog so he could jump off the boat and have the dog follow, and she did,” Anna says.   It wasn’t long before they started taking Gauge to dock diving events in […]

If your dog is fearful of thunderstorms or experiences motion sickness, your veterinarian might suggest giving them a mild sedative. One option is a...

Have you tried everything you can, and your dog just doesn't seem to enjoy playing fetch? Here are a few reasons your dog isn't playing fetch.

Teaching your dog to go to a specific place is helpful when you need them to stay in one place for a short period of time. Here's how from training experts.

Cones are necessary for dogs after surgery, but they can cause a lot of distress. Teach your dog to tolerate wearing a cone in case the need arises.

Summer is the time to have outdoor fun with our dogs. Longer walks in the park, ambitious hikes, beach days, or family travel—the sun is shining, and the outdoors is calling. But hot weather can also make us uncomfortable, and it poses special risks for dogs. From increased exposure to ticks and other insects to […]

When your dog is wet from a bath, swimming, or from walking outside in the rain or snow it's important to dry them thoroughly. Drying your dog can help...

The Diving Dogs Premier Cup is here: and mother-son team Cassandra and Jack Kotwica have arrived with Dachshund, 'Lambert.'

Your dog's earflap has many functions, like funneling sound into the ear and keeping out dirt and debris. This also leaves it vulnerable to developing a painful blister called an aural hematoma or dog ear hematoma.

Whether you're just entering the world of purebred dogs or have been involved for many decades, there's a dog club for you. Joining your local and national dog club is hugely beneficial if you want to compete in sports, are a breeder (or thinking of becoming one), or if you're a pet owner who just […]

After a year of training and socialization, the time had come for “Luka,” a black Labrador Retriever, to go “off to college.” Puppy raisers Holly Sjogren and her husband, Bob, brought Luka to the Guide Dogs of America headquarters for his formal training turn-in, also known as “puppy college.” In his next phase, he’d learn […]

If your dog is shaking and scratching his head, it may be because Otodectes cynotis has taken up residence in his ear canal. The bug’s Latin name translates as “ear beggar of the dog.” It is an arachnid, in the same family as spiders and ticks. The name perfectly describes what these tiny creatures do, which is […]

"Anaphylaxis is a life-threatening, immediate allergic reaction that can cause collapse, shock and death without quick emergency treatment.

Every puppy or dog should have ample time to decompress when entering a new home. Here's the importance of dog decompression.

The 2026 AKC National Agility Championship final is here! Livestream the event, learn more about agility, and tune in for the ESPN broadcast.

The 2026 AKC Diving Dogs Premier Cup is on March 20. Here's how to watch the Diving Dogs competition and get involved.

Just like humans, dogs can be allergic to things. There are different causes of allergic reactions, which can range in severity depending on your dog.

41 legislatures and the District of Columbia are in session. The following are highlights of current, active legislation around the country: Arizona – SB 1462 mandates comprehensive, standardized training for Arizona animal control officers, focusing on legal and animal welfare topics. The bill missed legislative deadlines and will not advance this year. AKC monitored this […]

About the Award AKC Public Education seeks to recognize clubs that have made positive contributions to educating the public about AKC dog sports and events, purebred dogs, responsible dog ownership, and safety around dogs. By highlighting these efforts, AKC Public Education aims to support the club’s ongoing outreach and inspire others to join in on […]

[accordion] [accordion_panel title="2026"] Registration Now Open: 2026 AKC National Detection Dog Conference | August 4–6, 2026, Durham, NC Every day, detection dogs protect our airports, critical infrastructure, and communities. Behind every deployment is a network of professionals working to strengthen America’s detection dog programs. Join us for Unleashing Potential: Building America’s Canine Defense, One Puppy […]