AKC Breeders of Merit share tips on how to groom a German Shepherd Dog, from best brushes to dealing with nails.

Wondering how to groom a Golden Retriever? Here's a grooming guide on how to care for a Golden's coat, ears, teeth, and more.

Although many dog owners prefer to groom their dogs at home, having your dog professionally groomed can save you time and energy.

Dear AKC: I have a four month old Golden Retriever who, it seems, was born with a mouth full of razor sharp puppy teeth. A lot of people tell me the teeth will be replaced by permanent teeth at three and four months old. This hasn't happened. When does this normally take place? --Tooth Troubles in […]

Chewed shoes, nibbled baseboards, and gnawed furniture are all common nuisances during your puppy's early months. After all, teething puppies need to chew to help relieve the discomfort of erupting teeth. But dogs grow out of that, right? Nope! Adult dogs love to chew and if they don't learn appropriate chewing behavior, you can expect […]

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?

When you’re playing with your puppy and she starts chewing on your hand, chances are she is teething.  Puppies that are teething have a developmental issue, not a behavioral issue.  It’s the same as when human babies teethe.  Tiny needlelike teeth begin to appear when puppies are two to four weeks old.  Then, when they’re about […]

It's normal for puppies to lose their primary teeth. For an adult dog, a loose or wiggly tooth can be the result of an injury or a sign of dental...

Want to give your dog a special moniker? Check out our list of unique dog names — you're bound to find something original!

Owner-handler Evelyn Dixon, of New Market, MD, isn't the only one who shows her Saint Bernard, "Enzo," in the conformation ring — her son does, too.