THE FOLLOWING DOGS HAVE EARNED VCD TITLES ON THE DATES LISTED BELOW: VCD1 1/5/2013.  Eastern Waters' Makai Wind VCD1 BN RN, RET-CHES. Owned by: Doreen W Palmer/Gary W Palmer of COLUMBIA, CT. VCD1 1/6/2013.  Rogue Gaia Kuymal VCD2 HSAs MX MXJ MJB MXF, BEL SHP. Owned by: David Vesely/Joan Hagar of CORVALLIS, OR. VCD1 1/6/2013.  K-Tai Sey What? […]

The following dogs have earned VCD titles on the dates listed below: 1/4/2014 VCD1 Nocturne's Gabriel II VCD2 UDX2 OM1  GSD.  Owned by: Timothy A Muldowney of ROCKFORD, IL. 1/5/2014 VCD1 GCH DC Sanyati's Savanna Shasha VCD2 RE MC LCX MX MXJ CGC  RHORIDGE.  Owned by: Michael Miller/Suzanne Miller of HILLSBORO, OR. 1/5/2014 VCD1 MACH Pebblemist's Holiday Garland VCD1 RN MXB MJB CGC  DACH. […]

This training tip is contributed by dog trainer Kay Lackey of Lodi, OH, owner of Katie’s Ark Dog Training. She is the owner of an AKC Canine Partner named Rocky, a pitbull mix who is a certified therapy dog and rally competitor. Lackey, who has a bachelor’s degree in wildlife science, has worked with animals […]

Just getting started training your dog? Try starting with "Sit!" In this video, Port Chester Obedience Training Club trainer Nancy Field CPDT-KA and her Labrador Retriever, "Emma", demonstrate how to teach your dog to sit.

When people start training their dogs, "sit" is usually where they start. It’s an easy basic.  I've taught lots of dogs to sit! Then I got a retired racing greyhound.None of the usual methods worked; his back legs were pillars of unbending granite. No amount of luring or tricks would get him to fold those […]

Enjoying some refreshing coconut water or coconut slices, and wondering if you can share it with your dog? Dogs often enjoy eating fruits and vegetables, and many fresh produce items make a great, healthy treat option. In This Article Can Dogs Safely Eat Coconut? Health Benefits of Coconut for Dogs How to Feed Coconut to […]

When your dog is gazing up at you with endearing eyes, it’s tempting to share the scraps you have on your plate, especially when it comes to leftover barbecue. We’ve all heard the phrase “give a dog a bone,” but the literal action might not be as harmless as we think. Most people consider dogs […]

"Sitting pretty" is a cute trick also often referred to as “beg.” Here's how you can teach your dog to sit pretty.

The American Kennel Club (AKC®), a not-for-profit organization that is the world’s largest registry of purebred and mixed-breed dogs, and a leading voice for canine welfare and responsible ownership, is excited to announce the winners of the AKC Agility League’s winter season. The AKC Agility League recently concluded its 12th season of competition and honored […]

  Small dogs—those weighing less than 20 pounds—have held a steady place in the hearts of Americans over the past four years according to American Kennel Club registration statistics. Since 2000, four of the top ten most popular breeds have been small dogs, indicating that while Americans may be gravitating towards bigger cars and appetites […]