Few dogs are suited to life as a service dog, whether it’s as a guide dog for the visually impaired, a medical alert dog, or a psychiatric service dog. Therefore, service dog organizations need to be very particular about which dogs enter their programs. Despite that, many of the dogs that enter service dog […]

Obesity in dogs can put your pet at risk for other health conditions. Here's what to know about canine obesity and what to discuss with your vet.

He’s almost 1½ years old but you should see his social calendar already. And managing it resembles a command central operation. Dubs is a 75-pound Alaskan Malamute who just happens to be the University of Washington’s mascot and a conformation show dog in the Pacific Northwest. The university explains why it chose an Alaskan Malamute […]

On Oct. 27, 2019, a 5-year-old Belgian Malinois military working dog named Conan took part in the Barisha raid, which resulted in the death of the leader of ISIS. Conan joined a long list of heroic military working dogs. Call ‘em what you want — war dogs or military working dogs — they have been around for centuries […]

New research shows that dogs can understand the words delivered by soundboard buttons, but can dogs use those buttons to communicate with humans?

After an action-packed weekend, the 2024 Masters Agility Championship at Westminster, a winner has been crowned.

Canine reproduction is a complex physiological event. Even if you provide a nurturing environment and a proper diet, there are no guarantees of success. Fortunately, by monitoring and optimizing the weight of your breeding females, you can increase the success of your breeding program. Breeding Program Checklist: When and How to Monitor Weight Evaluate Body […]

Why is the Anatolian Shepherd Dog such a respected livestock guardian? Learn about the breed’s history, traits, size, and impact on wildlife conservation.

Golden Retriever "Syd" is the 2025 winner of the AKC Humane Fund Award for Canine excellence in the Exemplary Companion category.

Parvo in puppies is unfortunately a common disease with deadly consequences. Here's what to know about parvo in puppies and protecting your dog.