Newfoundland "Oakley" changed her owner's lives. Now that she's gone, what would their life after Oakley, a talented water rescue dog, look like?

Homegrown terrorism and mass shootings have sadly become everyday news in the United States. As a result, the demand for explosives detection dogs as a deterrent against such crimes is on the increase with one major problem: there are not enough dogs to meet the growing need. The US Government purchases 80 to 90% its […]

Nine-year-old Belgian Malinois, Kratos, is one of the oldest competitors participating in the 2024 AKC Diving Dogs Premier Cup.

On September 17, the American Kennel Club® (AKC) proudly celebrated its 140th anniversary, honoring its profound impact on the lives of dogs and their owners. The milestone was marked by illuminating the Helmsley building in New York in vibrant blue and hosting a special reception at the U.S. Capitol for members of Congress and Congressional […]

The following are highlights of the numerous bills in Congress that could impact dog owners and the wellbeing of dogs. Visit our 2024 Legislation Tracking map and click on “Federal Bills” on the map to get the latest updates on federal bills currently being monitored by the AKC. Highlights of issues we are currently addressing on the […]

Six state legislatures and the District of Columbia are currently in session. The following are highlights of current, active legislation around the country: California – September 30 was the last day for Governor Gavin Newsom to sign or veto bills passed by the Legislature over the two-year session. From the American Kennel Club’s (AKC) perspective, […]

Asking your dog to perform a behavior like sit before providing a resource helps teach good manners and makes you more relevant to your dog.

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 […]

The spotlight shines on a special handler and dog. Braelyn Cross had never heard of agility until she was in college and got involved in a unique program at Iowa State University. The ACE project helps rescue dogs while exposing students to the wonderful world of dog sports. It is run by Dr. Cheryl Morris, […]

The American Kennel Club joins the American Veterinary Medical Association, the Colorado Federation of Dog Clubs, and multiple other organizations in opposing Colorado Proposition 129, which is on the ballot for the November 2024 elections. Colorado Proposition 129 seeks to address the concern of veterinary shortages by creating a new Veterinary Professional Associate credential that […]