The U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee is currently considering proposals for inclusion in the Senate Farm Bill. Right now, animal rights/ “protection” groups are actively lobbying your Senator(s) to include two proposals that could harm responsible dog breeders. Your action is urgently needed NOW to stop the animal-rights supported Better CARE for Animals Act (S. 2555) […]

Whether you pull out your cell phone or a DSLR camera, it's hard to resist taking photos of your dog. They're cute, cuddly, and entertaining subjects. But dogs aren't always the most cooperative models. Whether it's getting your dog in focus but the background blurry or capturing an action shot, getting the kinds of portraits […]

Good grooming will help your dog look and feel their best. Keep your dog clean and healthy with these at-home dog grooming tips.

The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) is pleased to announce the judging panels for the 2024 National Owner-Handled Series (NOHS) Finals and the AKC Royal Canin National All-Breed Puppy and Junior Stakes to be held at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida in conjunction with the AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin. The […]

Border Collie "Stardust" is a fierce freestyle, agility, and disc competitor at dog sporting events. But above all else, she's her hander's "heart dog."

Chad Gerber and his disc-loving All-American Dog, "Citra," are more than just a talented freestyle team. They've both overcome severe health problems in their pasts.

Linda Shoenberger gets excited each time she gets to play Disc Dog with her Australian Shepherd, "Watson." They competed at the 2024 AKC Disc Dog Challenge.

If you and your dog like to play fetch with a flying disc, you'll be wowed by these dog athletes taking it to new heights. Disc Dog is an exciting, fast-paced, fun sport that dogs and people can enjoy on many different levels. Competitions take the basic game of fetch and expand it into a […]

Order AKC DNA Kit Order AKC DNA + Health Kit Activate AKC DNA Kit DNA Resource Center The AKC offers a comprehensive set of voluntary and mandatory programs to ensure the integrity of the AKC registry, and now includes genetic health and traits testing (including coat colors)! AKC DNA + Health, a new, powerful breeder […]

Down is one of the most basic and useful behaviors to teach your puppy. Here's how to teach your dog to lie down on command.