Can dogs eat oatmeal? Though it's safe to share this snack with your dog, there are a few things you should know before giving it to them.

Dogs love peanut butter, but is it safe? Can dogs eat peanut butter? Some ingredients should be very limited. Learn more about dog-safe peanut butter.

Is melatonin for dogs safe? Ask your vet if your dog may benefit if they have separation anxiety, senior cognitive decline, or blindness.

The flea circus your grandfather told you about was cute. Fleas on your dog are not. If your home feels like it is turning into your very own flea circus, you definitely need to take some action. Flea pills for dogs can be a very effective method for getting rid of fleas on dogs, and […]

Warmer weather is here! It’s the season of flowers blooming, BBQs grilling, outdoor adventures, and… fleas and ticks. Breeders often are faced with so many decisions on what products are safe to use on pregnant/breeding dogs and puppies. Several preventatives, including new 3-in-1 flea, tick and heartworm preventatives, state they have not been tested in […]

Can CBD oil help dogs with epilepsy and seizure? Research says maybe. Here's everything we know about CBD oil for dog seizures.

A walk down the pet food aisle shows high-end (and high-priced) kibbles boasting “grain-free” formulas. We’re made to feel guilty if we feed our dogs the dreaded grain. But what’s the big deal? Grain may have gotten a really bad name from the 2007 pet-food contamination tragedy in which wheat gluten imported from China had […]

Including your dog in celebrations is all part of the holiday fun. To ensure your dog enjoys the festivities as much as you do, here are some safety tips.

Breeding healthy, sound dogs that are good examples of their breed requires having a plan. Most breeders can tell you today which dogs they plan to breed together to produce their next two to three litters. “Breeding requires having a vision,” says Anita Oberbauer, PhD, professor of animal science and associate dean in the College […]

What’s New from AKC Government Relations May has been a busy month for the AKC Government Relations Team. The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic continues to alter legislative calendars and processes nationwide.  A patchwork of state requirements impact dog owners, club activities/ events, and pet-related enterprises. In addition to GR’s standard legislative tracking, the team continues to […]