Photo from Digital Family Dog Magazine July-August 2019 Learning Objectives Students will answer questions by citing evidence from the text. Students will defend an opinion using details from the text. Grade Levels Grades 5-6 Common Core Standards CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.6.1 Cite textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn […]

A record number of dogs are set to compete at the 2019 AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin on Dec. 14 and 15. While 5,284 dogs will compete for the title of National Champion, a total of 11,008 dogs are entered across the entire weekend's events. Surpassing the AKC 1984 Centennial event, the AKC National […]

There are many things that change in your home during the holidays. Packages and visitors come through the door, decorations adorn the house, big meals are made with special foods, and wrapped gifts surround a new tree in the main part of your home. As much fun as this can be, it can also pose […]

While owning a senior dog comes with its own set of challenges, it doesn't mean your dog sports days are behind you. Participating in dog sports with your dog can provide mental and physical exercise, the thrill of competition, and a chance for you both to have fun. With veterinarian approval, there are still many sports you and your dog can […]

Pyometra, an infection of the uterus, can be a life-threatening disease in dogs. While the disease is well-known, we do not yet understand exactly how it develops. The AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF) is a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the health of all dogs and their owners by funding humane scientific research. The AKC CHF remains committed to the prevention, treatment, […]

A Florida bill that is up for vote in committee on Tuesday, 12/10/19, would make it a criminal offense to allow a dog to be outside and unattended when the temperature is below 32 degrees or during a severe weather advisory/warning, even if the dog is never at risk or suffers no harm. Senate Bill […]

Dogs bark. It's a fact of life that nearly all dog owners must accept. Barking is a self-rewarding behavior. But it is important for breeders and kennel owners to understand the different types of barking, and when it has turned into a problem behavior.  Canine Sounds & What They Mean A bark or vocalization is not just a bark or a vocalization.  A dog owner, breeder, or […]

Special Highlights The Largest Show in AKC History with Top Dogs In America Competing For Highest Honor Bring in the new year with one of the world’s largest and most prestigious dog shows, The AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin, returns to Animal Planet as a three-hour special on Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2020 at […]

Dogs from the 50 States, Washington, D.C. and All Over the World Will Vie for Best in Show The AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin continues to top itself, drawing record numbers in its 19th year. An entry of 5,284 dogs will compete for the title of National Champion on December 14 and 15, […]

Before you get a dog, it's important that you're ready to be a responsible dog owner. From getting a properly-sized dog crate to setting up puppy vet visits, there's a lot of preparation to do. And if you have a female dog, that includes getting ready for your dog's "periods" — or more accurately, her […]