Six state legislatures and the District of Columbia are currently in session. The following are highlights of current, active legislation around the country: California – AB-2042 is an amended version of AB 742 from 2023 and would have directed the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST), on or before January July 1, 2026, […]

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.

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.

Hairless dogs may not have fur, but their skin still needs washing and moisturizing to prevent infection, fungal growth, and irritation.

As much you love your dogs' company, it doesn't mean you want them having access to every room in your home. Dog gates are one solution to limiting space!

Walking two dogs at once can be easier with a double dog leash, but they aren't suitable for all dogs depending on their training and behavior.

For the last 12 years I had the privilege of being involved in the AKC Juniors Program. My life would be very different if I had not been given this opportunity. Initially I was shy, introverted, and lacked confidence. Fast forward through a dozen years of training and showing dogs in tracking, obedience, rally, agility, […]

My name is Clary Meadows, and I am eleven years old. My dog’s name is Lucy Ann, and she is a two-year-old Australian Cattle Dog, Great Pyrenees, Border Collie, Lab mix. I rescued her from 4Paws 4Rescue. Lucy and I are best friends; we practically do everything together. Ups and downs highs and lows, we […]

The Longview Animal Shelter Advisory Committee has approved an ordinance mandating spaying/neutering, creating intact animal permits, and establishing an animal breeder license. The Longview City Council will consider this ordinance package in the coming weeks. Local news reports indicate the ordinance is intended to address shelter overpopulation issues. How to Help The City Council needs […]

The AKC works with non-AKC service and sports organizations to recognize the titles that AKC-registered dogs earn in their programs. This includes the AKC Therapy Dog program and the AKC Search & Rescue program. AKC also recognizes titles of the Barn Hunt Association (BHA); North American Diving Dogs (NADD); the North American Flyball Association (NAFA); […]