Looking to move? Here are seven signs of a dog-friendly neighborhood that could be a great fit for you.

It’s a mystery as to why, but dogs love to bite into plastic water bottles and hear them crunch and crackle. “Many people give them to their dog to play with, and some store-bought toys even have them instead of stuffing,” says AKC GoodDog! Helpline trainer Hilarie Erb. “Diving into a wading pool filled with […]

Are antlers for dogs safe for pets to chew on? They actually pose potential health risks to your dog. Learn why, as well as safer alternatives to antlers for dogs.

Do you let your dog sleep in your bed with you at night? Research has shown that slightly less than one-half of all pet owners share their bed or bedroom with their pet. Even so, you have likely been told by at least one well-meaning person that your dog should sleep on the floor, in […]

Every once in awhile, your veterinarian gives you unpleasant news. Sometimes, that news sounds like this: “Your dog has worms.” Nobody wants to hear that her dog has internal parasites, but worms in dogs are more common than you might think. They are also usually treatable. One of the medications veterinarians frequently prescribe for dogs […]

While your young dog may enjoy interacting with backyard wildlife, that isn't always the safest idea. Wild animals can carry diseases, and young puppies are especially vulnerable. Here's what you need to know about puppies interacting with wildlife. Spreading Disease First, wildlife can carry diseases that can be transmitted to your puppy, like distemper and […]

So, you have the dog, have chosen a vet, selected a dog food, and are settling in. Not unlike with a new baby, there’s a lot of equipment and supplies that come with the canine member of the household. Here are some dog accessories every dog owner and dog might need. Food and Water Bowls […]

Bufo toad poison can prove fatal to dogs. Learn all about the toad, including how to identify it, and keep your pet safe from the amphibian.

America’s largest educational dog extravaganza returns to the Jacob K. Javits Center in New York City when The American Kennel Club (AKC®) brings its annual AKC® Meet the Breeds® showcase back to NYC on January 27th and 28th, 2024.  This family-friendly, canine spectacle gives dog lovers the unique opportunity to meet and play with hundreds of adorable […]

Rolissa Nash has been fighting her whole life for equality in and out of the show ring. Rolissa Nash was born in 1950 — a premature baby wedged halfway between a century. At only four pounds, 11 ounces, her difficult birth was just the beginning of her lifelong health struggles, and only one of the […]