Can Bulldogs swim? What was their original purpose? How many presidents owned them? Here are some interesting facts you may not know about the Bulldog.

Interested in Cavalier King Charles Spaniel history? Here's how the breed began, how it's related to the King Charles Spaniel, and more.

Every spring, the AKC Shop heads to the Global Pet Expo in Orlando to seek out the newest, most innovative, and must-have pet products from some of the world's top vendors. The 2019 show, the largest pet products trade show in the world, featured 1,174 exhibitors, 3,604 booths, and more than 3,000 new product launches. […]

The Mudi (pronounced "MOO-dee"), one of two newly-recognized American Kennel Club breeds gaining full recognition January 1, brings a little bit of everything to the table. But make no mistake about it, this herding breed with Hungarian origin comes with a few caveats. “If not mentally and physically challenged, the Mudi can be barky and […]

This is the fourth of a series of features on 2017's AKC Humane Fund Awards for Canine Excellence Winners who will be honored Dec. 16-17 at the AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin in Orlando. "The White Fluffy Puppy That Became a Tow Truck." Sounds like the perfect title for a children's book, doesn't […]

Pulling on the leash is a common yet frustrating dog behavior. These 10 tips will help you teach your dog leash manners so you can both enjoy your walks.

Have you ever taken a probiotic? If you’ve ever eaten yogurt with live cultures, the answer is probably yes. Probiotics are beneficial or “friendly” gut-dwelling microbes (bacteria and yeasts), and there are billions of them in the gastrointestinal system of all animals. They aid in the digestion of food, fight off potential pathogens, make nutrients […]

What’s New from AKC Government Relations The AKC Government Relations team is off to a busy start for 2021. Currently, 47 state legislatures are in session and many dog-related bills have already been introduced. Congress has been busy with organizing with new leadership, the impeachment, COVID and budgetary issues.  So far this year, AKC GR […]

From Our Nation's Capitol The AKC Government Relations team continues to monitor Congress for issues of interest to dog owners. Visit our 2019 Legislation Tracking page and click on “US Fed” on the map to get the latest updates on federal bills currently being monitored by the AKC. Highlights of issues we are currently addressing on the […]

The AKC Government Relations team continues to monitor Congress for issues of interest to dog owners. Visit our 2017 Legislation Tracking page and click on “US Fed” on the map to get the latest updates on federal bills currently being monitored by the AKC. Highlights of issues we are currently addressing on the federal level include: U.S […]