Here are some highlights of state-level issues AKC GR is currently tracking. Seven state legislatures and the District of Columbia are currently in session, and two state legislatures are in special session. AKC Government Relations is currently tracking more than 1,500 local, state, and federal issues. The following are highlights of current legislation around the […]

Welcome to the last quarter of 2023! Now is a great time to prepare for next year’s legislative session, whether that is introducing yourself to your local lawmakers, touching base with your regional AKC Government Relations analyst to set up a presentation for your club, or familiarizing yourself with the great things AKC and its […]

The American Kennel Club (AKC) learned today that the Orangeburg County Council will hold a final vote on Monday, October 13, 2023, on a problematic proposed animal ordinance. Residents are urged to immediately contact county council members and respectfully ask them to VOTE NO on the proposed animal ordinance until after it can be substantially […]

October 2023 Breeding and training dogs for detection dog programs can be an intimidating feat.  Add the stress of having someone else evaluate those same dogs…well, it can be downright overwhelming! Recently, a group of Patriotic Puppy Program participants attended a hands-on seminar at K2 Solutions in Jackson Springs, NC to learn how K2 evaluates […]

When you think of howling, you might think of wolves. But howling is also a common dog behavior, too. So why do dogs howl? Is it a throwback to their wolf ancestry? Or are there different reasons behind the call?

Dogs have an extra nail near their paws on their front legs, called dewclaws. Dewclaws can help dogs accomplish a variety of tasks, but what are they for?

Glaucoma in dogs is caused by increased pressure in the eyeball, and it can lead to severe pain and blindness. Learn about signs and potential treatments.

Canine herpes virus can affect adult dogs as well as puppies, and it's important to take precautions against it since so many dogs get it.

Many dermatological conditions cause flaky, inflamed, itchy skin for our pups, but one of the most commonly diagnosed skin diseases is pyoderma in dogs.

Dog paralysis may be permanent or temporary, depending on the cause. Common causes include infections, trauma, spinal stroke and disk disease.