Whether you have a puppy or a senior dog, the right flooring can make life easier. Explore durable, dog-friendly options for every home.

Make your annual cleaning ritual dog-friendly by adding these dog-specific tasks to your checklist. Remember to always use pet-safe cleaning products!

By Nancy Pemberton, AKC Breeder of Merit Rowan Border Terriers One of the most important things to do for your pregnant bitch when the time for her to whelp approaches is to provide her with a safe place for her puppies. Not only will it make her feel more secure, it might be a matter […]

Is it safe to have dogs and small pets in the same home? Learn more about the risks and training to help them coexist.

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 […]

Bringing a dog into your life can be deeply rewarding, but it also requires planning, patience, and long-term responsibility. While many people imagine playtime, companionship, and affection, thinking about the realities of what dog ownership actually involves is the best first step you can take. Once the right dog for your family comes along, you […]

Thinking about getting a giant dog breed? Learn about training, housing, travel, veterinary care, grooming, and the unique challenges and rewards of giant dog ownership.

Communal water bowls at the dog park or coffee shop can come with some hidden risks. Your dog may be lapping up bacteria, viruses, or parasites.

Local/Other: Issues at the City, County, and Metropolitan Levels, and in US Territories The AKC Government Relations Department is pleased to assist dog owners with canine legislation issues in their local communities, but we can't help unless we are aware of the proposal. Please contact us at (919) 816-3720 or doglaw@akc.org when new laws are discussed or […]

Let's Look at the Lift by Lori Herbel Choose which best describes the term lift' in terms of herding: a) The second the stock jump straight up in the air when my dog gooses them from behind; b) The moment the stock split into two groups, with two going to the left, and three going […]