The American Kennel Club (AKC®), the world’s largest dog registry, industry authority and leading advocate for dogs, is pleased to announce The Greater Lafayette Kennel Club, Inc. as the recipient of the inaugural Public Education Award presented by the AKC Public Education Department. The award was presented to the club on June 16, 2018 by […]

On Wednesday, June 27, 2018, the Dallas City Council is scheduled to consider two dog-related ordinance changes that were recently passed by its Quality of Life, Arts, and Culture Committee at the urging of Dallas Animal Services.  One non-controversial change would amend the city’s dangerous dog law.  Another change, however, would require any animal redeemed […]

Humans have fed their dogs some pretty strange things over the years. From cabbage to hardtack, our canine companions ate items we had on hand, even if they weren’t particularly nutritious. Now, as more and more people are investing in their personal health by moving to fresh diets, it’s no surprise that they’re looking for […]

You might have noticed your older dog slowing down in recent years. Maybe he is playing less and sleeping more. Although this might seem normal for an aging canine, arthritis could be to blame. What Is Arthritis? There are several different types of arthritis that can affect dogs, but the most common is osteoarthritis — […]

To celebrate the dogs who do extraordinary things in the service of humankind, the AKC Humane FundSM is seeking YOUR nominations for its AKC Humane Fund Awards for Canine Excellence (ACE).  Nominations are now open and winners will be announced in fall 2018. Each year, the AKC Humane Fund pays tribute to five dedicated, hardworking […]

Ta P. writes, "We live in a suburb with a fenced yard and neighbors that are fairly close. Our dog barks at the neighbors any time they are outside doing normal, outdoor activities. How do I train my dog not to bark at them?"  There are a few reasons why a dog barks when he's […]

Admit it: you've used baby talk to communicate with your dog. The exaggerated intonation and hyper-articulation of vowels is thought to help human infants learn language and bond socially. But dogs aren't going to start speaking anytime soon, so . . . what's the point? Well, a recent study published in "Animal Cognition" last month, found […]

Dee S. writes that she's concerned about how her dog is acting around her 6-month-old baby. "He mouths her feet, sniffs and licks her head, hands, and feet. He takes her socks off. Is he being protective or jealous?" AKC GoodDog! Helpline Trainer Paisley Lunchick offers up some advice. It’s always an exciting time when a […]

Do dogs grieve the loss of their owners? Here's how to recognize dog grief and support a dog during periods of loss.

On a microscopic level, your dog’s body is an ecosystem of tiny organisms, such as bacteria and fungi. These minute creatures, or microbes, may seem gross, but many of them are essential for good health. This is particularly true in your dog’s digestive system. For example, the microbiota (community of microbes) in the gut aids […]