Is it possible dogs can help heal us? These two 2019 AKC National Agility Championship competitors would tell you yes. Terri Sanders and Joyce Coleman both thank their dogs – and Agility – for helping them overcome cancer. Terri Sanders and Laney [caption id="attachment_75834" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Terri Sanders says her bond with her 8-year old […]

For John Buddie, owner-breeder of the prolifically successful Tartanside Collies and the 2015 AKC Breeder of the Year, there was never any doubt about his breed of choice. “My grandparents emigrated from Scotland and Ireland and Collies were the only dog they’d have,” he recalled. “Then one day, when I was about 12, I was […]

Calming diffusers and sprays are shown to have a calming effect on some dogs. They rely on triggering biological responses to promote relaxation.

There are many simple opportunities for us as dog owners to offer our dogs more freedom and control over their choices to help them be happier.

Gilligan isn't your average dog. Just take a look at her long list of titles: Fishbay’s Merchant of Venice CD BN RE AX AXJ OF RATN DN CGCA TKA WWDX CWDX MAC-3 SROM. The versatile Portuguese Water Dog has earned an array of accolades, including winning multiple agility, Rally, and obedience classes at national specialties. Perhaps most impressive […]

Sniffing other dogs' butts is a yet natural dog behavior, but can be puzzling for owners. Why do dogs sniff butts, and what do they learn?

Platelet-rich plasma therapy (PRP) can help ease the discomfort of arthritis and promotes wound healing. Learn when PRP might be worth trying for your dog.

If your puppy has been wobbly since birth, they could have a non-progressive, non-curable neurological condition known as cerebellar hypoplasia.

More than 200 dogs and 40 different teams from across the country competed in the inaugural pilot program for the AKC Agility League. Over the course of 12 weeks, teams ran six different courses from their respective club. Captains submitted scores from qualified judges, and the rankings for both teams and individual dogs in each […]

Toothbrushing can be a pain when it comes to your dogs, but with these 12 simple steps, you can make this important grooming process easy for you both.