From double to single, long to hairless, and curly to wiry, dogs' coats come in different textures, lengths, and colors. So what's a double coat?

The big, strong dogs of the Working Group always stand out in a crowd. Which dog sports are best to channel their energy, depending on the breed?

  AKC, North America’s largest not-for-profit dog registry and leading advocate for dogs, has partnered with Allivet, an award-winning pet pharmacy, to bring you AKCRx – your new go-to source for all your pet med needs. As a responsible dog owner, you want to provide the best care for your dog, especially when it comes to […]

Plott Hound 'Q' is not your average agility competitor. Known for their noses, Q is competing at the AKC Agility Invitational and representing her breed.

On Wednesday, November 8, one dozen animal bills impacting dogs and breeders are on the agenda for review by the Massachusetts Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources, and Agriculture (JENRA). The hybrid public hearing is scheduled to start at 1PM. The American Kennel Club Government Relations Department (AKC GR) has tracked most of these bills […]

Congratulations 2018 NLCC winners! November 11, 2018 Weirsdale, FL Best of Breed Winners: Afghan Hound - DC Kominek’s Narcissa SC Basenji – GCH DC Borassus Hot.Cool.Yours. SC CA Cirneco dell’Etna – CH Via2 For The Dough D’Lea Greyhound – DC Windrock Batoutahellius MC LCX Ibizan Hound – DC Abbaio Mighty Aphrodite SC Rhodesian Ridgeback – […]

When it's bathtime, the best way to keep your pet clean is with products specially formulated for dogs. But what happens if you run out of dog shampoo? Can you use soap made for people on your dog? What Can I Wash My Dog With? Dog shampoos made with detergents work best on canine skin. They support […]

Tomorrow, April 14, Chairman of the House Committee on Agriculture, Glenn "GT" Thompson (PA-15), will host a Farm Bill listening session in Binghamton, New York. AKC GR urges all responsible NY dog owners to weigh in, using the link to the feedback form below.  Scroll down for more information about the event. Background: Rep. Thompson will […]

When it comes to houseplants and pets, both can bring a lot of love and light into your life. Unfortunately, the two don’t always mix so well. In fact, some houseplants can be downright deadly for pets. The good news is that many nontoxic houseplants are safe for dogs, and if you choose your houseplants […]

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