By Claire Wiley, VMD, DACVIM (SAIM) Hip dysplasia is one of the most common orthopedic conditions affecting dogs, particularly in larger breeds. As a breeder, understanding the genetic basis of hip dysplasia is essential for making informed breeding decisions and working toward reducing its prevalence in future generations. What is Hip Dysplasia? Hip dysplasia is […]

Miscarriages in dogs can be caused by many causes, some of which can be prevented or treated. Knowing the signs can help save the rest of the litter.

Kimberly Berkley of Caseyville, Illinois, has taken home yet another title in Obedience with her Border Collies. On May 11 at the USTA Billie Jean King...

You clean your own dishes after using them, but how often should you wash your dog bowls? Learn more about safety and the importance of washing dog bowls.

There's a reason why the AKC divides its breeds into seven groups. That reason is a mixture of tradition and breed function. But why?

The Ace Project helps rescue dogs while introducing college students to dog training and dog sports.

This article formerly appeared in AKC Family Dog magazine. At age 11, Hannah Studdert wanted to join her 4H club’s obedience training class, but she did not have a dog of her own. She worked with her brother’s Labrador Retriever – a nice dog who did well – but Hannah only had eyes for her […]

We have big news to report about All-Americans succeeding at earning the top titles and honors in Agility, Coursing Ability, Fast CAT, Rally, Obedience, Scent Work, Tracking, and Trick Dog! AGILITY Agility Grand Champion (AGCH) AGCH MACH5 Zoey Woofta Crow MXB2 PAD MJB2 PJD MFB TQX MFPS T2B3 T2BP FCAT2 TKN owned by Anjie Crow […]

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 the AKC Agility League recently concluded its eighth season of competition and honored its top teams and competitors. Team champions were named in each of the 10 divisions, including the League’s […]

The AKC Humane FundSM is pleased to announce that nominations for its 2025 AKC Humane Fund Awards for Canine Excellence (ACE) are open NOW with new expanded and updated categories! Nominations are open until July 1st, 2025. This year, the ACE Awards have revamped their categories to allow a variety of different heroes to be […]