Presenting Koa – star of the Wild West Tricks Dog Show! Koa was born blind and deaf. When his breeders discovered this, they turned him into rescue. Morgan Gross fostered the puppy and then adopted him, giving him the best life possible. Koa has proven to be smart and responsive and, last year, earned the […]

The American Kennel Club (AKC®), a not-for-profit organization, the world’s largest purebred dog registry and leading advocate for dogs, is excited to announce that AKC Fastest Dogs USA is set to premiere on ESPN2 on June 14th at 1:30pm ET. This invitational event was held on May 1, 2025, at Fort Stewart, GA as part […]

The American Kennel Club (AKC®), a not-for-profit organization, the world’s largest purebred dog registry and leading advocate for dogs, is excited to announce its second National Art Contest, hosted by AKC Public Education. The AKC National Art Contest is open to all young artists ages 5 to 18 and provides an opportunity to celebrate a […]

The American Kennel Club (AKC®), a not-for-profit organization, the world's largest purebred dog registry, and a leading advocate for dogs, is proud to announce the release of the Dog Adventures Kids Camp, an AKC summer camp curriculum developed by AKC Public Education. This five-part series of lessons is designed to teach campers aged 9-12 about […]

The American Kennel Club (AKC®) is excited to announce that the AKC Diving Dogs Premier Cup Presented by Cosequin® will air on ESPN2. The competition will premiere on Sunday, May 4th at 8pm ET. This year’s AKC Diving Dogs Premier Cup, held in collaboration with North America Diving Dogs, took place on April 5, 2025, […]

The American Kennel Club (AKC®), a not-for-profit organization, the world’s largest purebred dog registry and leading advocate for dogs, is pleased to announce the recipients of the Junior Scholarships awarded to those who compete in Performance Events. "The 2025 AKC Performance Events Junior Scholarship winners have demonstrated an unwavering commitment to excellence—both in their academic […]

The American Kennel Club (AKC®), a not-for-profit organization, the world’s largest purebred dog registry and leading advocate for dogs, is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2025 AKC Junior Scholarships. Scholarships totaling $22,500 were awarded to the following recipients. “AKC encourages Juniors to try different events and expand their involvement,” says Mari-Beth O’Neill, VP […]

A pivotal point has been reached in the California Legislature session.  The deadline has passed for bills that were subject to a fiscal committee review to be eligible for further advancement during the session. This year was especially challenging for bills that increased spending given the state’s sizeable budget deficit. We are pleased to report […]

There are 27 days remaining in the 89th Texas Legislative Regular Session, and there are several dog bills under consideration. Below are status updates for bills that received consideration last week or will receive consideration this week: House Bill 2806 and SB 155 - Dangerous Dogs- Previous Alert Status: HB 2806 had a hearing on […]

The Connecticut General Assembly has placed Amended SB 1386, concerning dog breed insurance underwriting and service dogs on the Senate calendar for a vote.  The American Kennel Club (AKC) strongly encourages Connecticut residents to contact your state Senator and request they vote “yes”. HISTORY: Insurance companies have long been reluctant to offer homeowners’ or renters’ […]

South Carolina dog fanciers and enthusiasts: Extensive proposed amendments to Spartanburg County’s Animals ordinance seek to create new licenses for dog breeders, require inspections of their facilities, establish care and conditions standards for all dogs, and impose ownership limits.  The ordinance is likely to be considered at the County Council’s next meeting, scheduled for Monday, […]

Dogs were domesticated from wolves starting around 30,000 years ago. But how did it happen and did humans play a role or did dogs domesticate themselves?

Taking walks with your dogs is important, and walking multiple dogs at once can save you time. Here are some tips to make those walks enjoyable and safe.

Do you have a dog who dislikes or even reduces to going outside in bad weather to relieve themself? Learn how to help get them accustomed.

The 2025 AKC Diving Dogs Premier Cup was held in collaboration with North American Diving Dogs on April 5, in Mississippi at Mississippi State University.

The AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF) is happy to announce that registrations are open for the 2025 National Parent Club Canine Health Conference (NPCCHC)--an essential event for breeders who want to stay at the forefront of canine health. This year’s conference will be especially meaningful as we celebrate 30 years of CHF’s impact on canine […]

Dogs who develop a disease or injury to the upper jaw may require a veterinary surgical procedure called a partial maxillectomy. This procedure involves...

Just as your puppy is getting used to potty training, they may be urinating more than usual or having accidents. This could be caused by vaginitis in dogs.

Learn about the signs, severity and symptomatic treatment of pokeweed poisoning and why pokeberries and dogs might not be the best garden combination.

Lilo, an All-American Dog from Anderson, SC, will be competing at the AKC's National Agility Championship. She didn't start competing until she was nine!

Discover how Suzanne Bauman and her senior Chihuahua "Teddy" became the oldest dog competing in the 2025 AKC National Agility Championship.

Some dogs have a habit of plopping down on the floor, hitting their elbows in the process. This wear and tear on their joints can cause the tissue under...

Itchy or scaly skin and a musty odor are among the symptoms of a yeast infection or what is sometimes referred to as thrush in dogs.

Learn about osteosarcoma in dogs, including signs of this bone cancer, how veterinarians diagnose it, and the treatment options and prognosis.

Bev Klingensmith could've never dreamed her champion Great Dane, "Bing," would be asked to be the star of a movie. Now, Bing is on billboards across the country.

Vitamins are nutrients that help with functions like developing strong bones and fighting infections. When should you use multivitamins for your dog?

Last month in Breeder News, we provided an overview of canine hip dysplasia (HD). This article is a continuation with more in-depth information about recent genetic discoveries. HD is a developmental disorder in which the hip joint does not fit properly into the socket, leading to joint instability, inflammation, and eventually arthritis. The condition varies […]

DMT's Christmas In Dixie FDC CAX12 FCAT50 RATN DN CGCA CGCU TKP ATT FITG FTI owned by Danny Terry of Wetumpka, AL 2024 came to a bittersweet end for Danny Terry and his All American Dog, Holly, as she ran her final CATs and Fast CATs. She is retiring after a 7+ year career and […]

The Spotlight shines on a talented odd couple and their dedicated owner. Frankie is a Miniature Pinscher, and his best friend is Zoe, an Old English Sheepdog. Zoe might be much taller and hairier, while Frankie is smaller and quicker, but both are excelling in agility through the League. Frankie also is a Fast CAT […]

By Penny Leigh This article originally appeared in AKC Family Dog magazine. Ask Andrea Cobb what it is like to own a Yorkshire Terrier, and she will quickly correct you. “I’m owned by Yorkies,” the Alabama resident quips. “I fell in love with the breed more than 20 years ago when I first met one. […]