Here at the AKC, we never get tired of learning more about dogs, whether it's a new study on canine behavior, a statistic from our database, or even just cool facts about a dog's impressive physical and mental abilities. You may know some of these already, and others may be more of a "wait, really?" […]

It took months of patience and diligence, but you finally have a trained dog. Then one morning, you wake up as usual and take your dog out for their morning walk. After hooking them up to the leash, you head outside. Suddenly you feel the sensation of flying, followed by the sensation of falling, and […]

Fall brings its own rhythm and sounds. After the long days of summer, it is almost a relief to enjoy the gap between summer and winter. The soft rustle of leaves gliding on chilly winds, the muted sounds of birds still hanging around before undertaking their migrations, and the tinkling sounds of bells all tell […]

We all want to give our dogs the best life possible, from the best food to the most comfortable beds.

GENERAL UPDATES New! - For anyone needing help with a correction to be made to their dog's record there is a new online Correction Request Form available for faster service.   REGULATION UPDATES Added Description of Muzzle  Aug 2022 Conduct of Handler / No Recalling Oct 2022 Approval to Hold an Event Cannot Be Transferred/Fitness […]

Mushrooms are a complicated food group. These edible fungi are a staple in many dishes and grow wild in our yards, gardens, and parks, and yet we hear so many stories about mushroom foraging gone wrong. But can dogs eat mushrooms? The answer depends entirely on the kind of mushroom. Can Dogs Eat Wild Mushrooms? […]

13-year-old Border Collie Jive might be the oldest competitor at the 2023 Premier Cup and have complete hearing loss, but that's not stopping her success.

So, you think you want a dog? Before adding a canine companion to your family, you should give careful thought to what it means to be a responsible dog owner. I know I had to. When I was a little kid, my family was not animal-oriented, but I was obsessed with animals, especially dogs. I […]

Marthina Greer First presented Pure Dog Talk Jan 2023 Bladder stones are the quintessential “which came first, the chicken or the egg” question. By this, we mean that a dog can have a bladder symptoms that are caused by a bladder stone, or the bladder infection can cause bladder stones to form. Which then becomes […]

I smelled the stench before I saw her, sort of like a landfill on a 92-degree day. A mottled gray and once-white shaggy blur ran down the hall into my arms, and I was in love, no matter what my nose told me. This cuter-than-a-teddy-bear puppy had darted into my boyfriend’s office when he opened […]