The 32nd annual AKC National Obedience Championship has crowned its new winner! See the champion, plus the top 10 obedience dogs.

Bobby Lewis was born and raised on the family farm in Natural Bridge, Virginia, where he continues to live to this day. He saw his first Sussex Spaniel in a circa 1930’s AKC Complete Dog Book that was in the local library. As only a handful of Sussex were in America at the time, he […]

Rather than struggling at doorways, teach your dog to wait for permission to pass through. Here's how to teach your dog to wait at doorways.

Rotten dog teeth or cavities have the same cause in dogs as in humans. Although they're rare in dogs, it's important to know the signs and treatment.

Livestock guardian dogs are known for their impressive strength and size. After all, they need to intimidate predators to protect their charges. But these dogs can also be loving family pets. The Kuvasz (KOO-vahz) and the Great Pyrenees are two breeds that do both jobs quite well, but can you tell them apart? Members of the Working Group, they are […]

If you've ever wondered why your dog is chewing everything they can get into their mouth, read on to learn why they do it and how to stop it.

There is such a thing as being too good at your job. Just ask the Irish Wolfhound. As far back as Roman times, there were accounts of large Greyhound-like dogs in Ireland – called cú faoil in ancient Gaelic – revered for their size and ferocity. Some Irish chieftains and warriors even grafted the word […]

Wondering how to groom a Labrador Retriever? Labs will need some basic care. Count on regular brushing, a bath, nail trims, oral care, and ear cleaning.

From Our Nation's Capitol AKC Government Relations team continues to monitor Congress for issues of interest to dog owners. Visit our 2020 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 […]

From Our Nation's Capitol AKC Government Relations team continues to monitor Congress for issues of interest to dog owners. Visit our 2020 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 […]