We have some big news to report about All-Americans succeeding at earning the top titles and honors in Agility, Coursing Ability, Fast CAT, Rally, Obedience, Scent Work, Tracking, and Trick Dog. Many dogs are also having success in AKC’s Virtual Titling programs! Agility Congratulations to these dogs who have added more MACH titles to their […]

Homegrown terrorism and mass shootings have sadly become everyday news in the United States. As a result, the demand for explosives detection dogs as a deterrent against such crimes is on the increase with one major problem: there are not enough dogs to meet the growing need. The US Government purchases 80 to 90% its […]

The AKC Rules for Retriever Trials state that the word "Retriever" includes the several breeds of Retrievers and/or Irish Water Spaniels. Continuing, it says that field-trial clubs formed to improve any one of the several Retriever breeds may hold field-trial stakes in which one or more of the Retriever breeds may compete. The organization of […]

"Why is my dog scooting?" you may ask. Learn about the possible medical causes of this behavior and how you can help your dog feel better.

Adrienne Scott is an AKC Breeder of Merit who has realized a lifelong dream in her small hobby kennel, Prairie Crest Beaucerons, of Maysville, Missouri, devoted to preserving the centuries-old Beauceron breed. She has produced many champions and, through health testing, improving temperaments, and structure, she strives to produce the best Beaucerons possible. Adrienne has traveled […]

Before "Good Boy" hits theaters, learn about the smallest of the AKC retrievers

Find out how to teach your dog to poop or pee on command with these training tips. Here are step-by-step directions to teach potty on cue.

Indoor potty training can help senior dogs with mobility, health, or incontinence issues avoid discomfort and accidents.

Rottweilers are a highly intelligent breed and are generally ready to please and eager to be trained. Teaching them good behavior and socializing them early on will help bring out the best in your puppy. Teresa Bradley has been showing champion Rottweilers since 1987 and has been a breeder of Rottweiler champions since 1999. We […]

AKC Canine Partners is re-printing this story that originally appeared in the spring 2012 issue of the Canine Partners News newsletter in loving memory of Magi, also known as MACH Magic Carpet Ride and who passed away at age 12 in 2013. photo by Karen Moureaux Magi was one of the first mixed-breeds to earn […]