The AKC’s Museum of the Dog relocated to 101 Park Avenue, New York City, and officially opened February 8, 2019. The Museum holds more than 180 pieces of dog artwork. Half a dozen interactive digital exhibits line two floors and three stories. Featured exhibits rotate quarterly. The Museum’s extensive archives are held offsite. While this is not […]

The shaggy Old English Sheepdog is a lovable pet, but they're also a hard worker and smart companion. Here are some facts you may not know about the breed.

No doubt you've seen dogs in competition events like Rally or Obedience staying perfectly still no matter what is going on around the ring. But a solid “Stay" isn't just important for dog sports, it's helpful for good manners and household obedience as well. If your dog can hold a position like sit or down […]

Learning to sit is an important skill that is a fundamental in dog training. Here are tips on how to help teach your dog to sit.

Why do dogs suck on blankets? Here's why your dog may enjoy sucking or kneading a blanket or soft toy.

Learning to come when called, or recall to you, is one of the most important skills your dog can learn. But teaching a recall can be challenging, as dogs find so much of the world so interesting. Each time we ask our dog to come to us, we’re asking them to stop what they’re doing. What […]

Carolyn Manno and Mike Janela to assume hosting duties on the network AKC.tv, the leading digital OTT network designed especially for dog lovers and presented by The American Kennel Club (AKC®), is excited to announce two new hosts for its popular shows “AKC DogCenter: Live From 101 Park” and “Ask The Expert.” Beginning this month, […]

You’ve probably heard the expression “a dog’s mouth is cleaner than a human’s mouth" at least once in your life. Is it true?

The Missouri Agriculture Policy Committee is considering a bill on Tuesday, February 2, that would make several changes to protect dogs and the rights of dog owners when animals are seized on suspicion of neglect or abuse.  The purpose of the bill is to ensure that the accused are innocent until proven guilty, and to […]

Melinda was about to step into the ring at her first-ever Agility trial on a September day when two-year-old Silver Miniature Poodle Tate alerted for an oncoming aura migraine that would cause Melinda to lose vision temporarily. Agility trials are nerve-wracking, high-stress environments. It takes hours and hours of training to prepare for a trial […]