There are many reasons why you might take your dog's temperature, so it's good to know the best thermometer to use, how to use it, and what to look for.

Senate Bill 204 seeks to designate the Treeing Walker Coonhound as the official state dog of Kentucky. The bill recognizes that the Treeing Walker Coonhound is a native Kentucky dog breed developed in the 1800s by two Kentucky breeders. Kentucky dog lovers are urged to contact their state senators and representatives and ask them to […]

Though she's 10 years old, "DD" the All American Dog shows no signs of slowing down. She's competing in the 2024 AKC Diving Dogs Challenge in Arizona.

Toast, the two-year-old Beagle, beat the odds when he got parvovirus as a puppy. Now, he's one of the highest-ranking Fast CAT Beagles.

Nuclear sclerosis in dogs results in the same bluish haze on their eyes as cataracts. We asked an expert about the differences between the two conditions.

Bills of interest to Tennessee dog owners are advancing through the state legislative process. New Bill Information:  HB 2266/SB 2030 seek to amend state laws governing rental housing and leases to establish that “reliable documentation” regarding need for a support animal does not include documentation provided through a website, the primary function of which is […]

Yesterday, the Arizona Senate Committee on Natural Resources, Energy, and Water considered multiple bills regarding animals.  As reported in a previous alert, this includes bills regulating dogs outdoors and expanding the laws regarding animals seized on suspicion of cruelty. SB 1047 amends current cruelty laws, including providing new reasonable provisions regarding shelters for dogs kept […]

The New Hampshire (NH) House Environment and Agriculture Committee will hear public testimony on multiple concerning bills impacting dogs next week. OPPOSE ANIMAL ABUSE OFFENDER REGISTRY: On Tuesday, February 20, 2024, the committee has a public hearing scheduled at 2:45PM for HB 1505, that would establish an online an animal abuser offender registry to be […]

Tomorrow, February 13, is the last day in the State of Washington for bills introduced to be voted out of their original chamber. AKC continues to monitor several bills impacting dog owners in Washington state. Below are the latest updates, along with contact information if you wish to comment on any of these measures. AKC […]

Pododermatitis in dogs describes inflammation of the paws. We spoke with a veterinary dermatologist to understand the causes and treatment options.