Humans don't question their ability to love their dogs. We feed and exercise them, set our schedules based on their needs, get up with them in the middle of the night, buy them silly toys, and tell them our deepest secrets. For years, however, scientists and animal behaviorists have researched whether our dogs have the […]

They may not be able to talk, but dogs can use many other methods of communication to interact with us. Sometimes, whining is one of those methods. Whining can be cute, but if it goes on for long periods, or becomes a regular habit, it can get aggravating. If you want to stop your dog […]

Are you new to the AKC and wish you had someone to guide you through the details of participating in our sports and events? Your wish is our command! Our new Exhibitor Mentoring Program is designed to do just that. It connects experienced breeders and handlers with newcomers to the AKC. Mentors are volunteers who […]

Introduction Dear Student: This resource guide -- -- was created especially for you. Making a career choice that you will be happy with is not easy. There are many things to consider before you can really make the right choice for yourself. Of course there are practical matters, such as educational requirements, that should influence […]

The Saluki breed is sometimes known for its shyness with strangers. But not Dragon. He was owner-handler Suzanne Roble’s “heart dog,” meaning he’d forever be part of her emotional existence. But Roble says with a laugh, “Dragon never read that stuff about being aloof and standoffish with strangers. He loved everybody and would go up […]

I have a spayed, female, four-year-old dog who hasn't urinated in the house since she was four months old. Suddenly, after she's been resting for a while, I find wet spots in her bedding. Dogs, like humans, can experience several problems when it comes to urination. One problem, called pollakiuria, is the need to urinate […]

AKC Family Dog magazine is thrilled to announce that the January/February 2022 issue, the Sniffer Issue, has earned Folio Magazine’s 2022 EDDIE Award for Best Magazine in the category of Full Issue > Consumer > Animals > Pets. The Folio: Eddie & Ozzie Awards is the most prestigious recognition program in the publishing community, recognizing […]

Flu season is upon us, and from past experience, you probably had your dog to comfort you if illness strikes. Dogs just seem to know when you're feeling under the weather. They lie beside you or cuddle you just when you need it most. How do they know something is wrong? Whether it's flu, or […]

AKC Directory Please click here to view the contact information for Staff. AKC Registered Handlers Over the years professional handlers have played an important part in the history of the sport of dogs. They have provided the support system for the top show dogs in the history of many breeds. Expertise in the care, conditioning […]

For anyone who has ever sipped ginger tea to settle an upset stomach, it's natural to wonder if this tropical root could be as beneficial to dogs. Many herbs and spices are harmful to our pets, but the good news is that yes, ginger, in small amounts, is safe for dogs and might even be […]