The bills for this year’s legislative session continue to come in fast and furious. At the state level, we are seeing an abundance of ‘bond for care’ bills, breeder regulation bills, and retail pet sales bans, among other topics. On the federal level, we’ve seen we the reintroduction of the highly problematic Puppy Protection Act […]

Thanksgiving is the perfect time to identify what makes us grateful. And it should come as no surprise that here at the AKC, our canine companions are at the top of our list. In anticipation of Thanksgiving, we asked our readers to submit their favorite fall photos of their four-legged sidekicks. Here are 15 canines […]

Alexandra Melnick has spent all of 2015 searching and worrying—but never giving up hope. And as of this week, she’s finally reunited able to relax. Melnick was reunited with her German Shepherd Dog, Kai, who has been missing since November. The former Marine acquired Kai as a puppy and trained him to assist her with […]

Dogs require a degree of sacrifice, which owners happily make for the pleasure of having them in our lives. We invest in quality veterinary care and the best dog food we can afford. We buy lint rollers in bulk and learn to live with saliva streaks on our glass doors and windows. And we scooch […]

They call themselves "The Joy Team," but when you see the Rogers girls at a dog show venue, you know it's all about commitment, competition, and character. And that's exactly what the audience will get with Sophia, 19; Emma and Faith, 13; and Julia, 9, at The National Dog Show presented by Purina on Nov. […]

Bladder cancer is an uncommon but serious condition that affects how a dog urinates. Once a devastating diagnosis, there are now many treatments available.

Leonberger 'Cru' isn't just a fabulous therapy dog. He's also a conformation competitor, and recently competed at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show.

Luc is a 16-year-old Maltese from Houston, Texas. This Agility Grand Champion is looking forward to competing in the upcoming AKC Agility Invitational.

From a German Multipurpose Farm Dog to the Most Popular Schnauzer, learn more about this dog breed with Miniature Schnauzer history.

So, you have a new puppy and are intending to show it to its championship and then establish a breeding program with that new star! Great idea, but you need to know a lot of tax facts before you decide that you are in the business of breeding future champions. The Differences Between a Business […]