The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) is pleased to announce the judging panel for the 25th AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin to be held at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida on Saturday, December 13 and Sunday, December 14, 2025. The 2025 event will showcase the top canine athletes and will also […]

The American Kennel Club (AKC®), the world's largest purebred dog registry and a leading advocate for dogs, wishes to acknowledge those individuals who have excelled at breeding dogs that have proven to be outstanding in AKC sports over an extended period. The commitment to preserve, protect, and improve a breed represents the very essence of […]

Cerenia is the drug of choice for motion sickness, but is not ideal for every dog. It's vital to know when to use or not to use it, and how to give it.

Bringing home a puppy when you have an older dog can be a lot of fun, but it can also bring about challenges. Decide whether it's best for your dog.

Your dog's name reflects their personality and helps you effectively communicate with them. But how do you choose the perfect name? Here are some tips.

The right dog collar isn't just a fashion choice; it should be safe, secure, and comfortable. So what goes into choosing the right dog collar?

There are many reasons why you might take your dog's temperature, so it's good to know the best thermometer to use, how to use it, and what to look for.

Paul and Lynn Morrison, owners of Little Brownies Kennel, live in Michigan. They have been breeding, showing, training, and hunting American Water Spaniels for more than 30 years. These days, other than hunting, they primarily participate in AKC Performance Events where they often showcase their breed around the Midwest and East Coast at AKC spaniel […]

Homegrown terrorism and mass shootings have sadly become everyday news in the United States. As a result, the demand for explosives detection dogs as a deterrent against such crimes is on the increase with one major problem: there are not enough dogs to meet the growing need. The US Government purchases 80 to 90% its […]

AKC Meet the Breeds events are a fun and educational way to spend a day with the whole family, and maybe even figure out which dog breed is right for you! If you are attending an AKC Meet the Breeds event, or are thinking about attending an event in the future, you can find out […]