Golden Retrievers exist today thanks to one man — Dudley Marjoribanks, the first Lord Tweedmouth. In the 19th century, the preferred color was black.

The AKC has approved title recognition for the "Certificate of Conformation Assessment" (CCA) title  for those breeds whose parent club has made the request. The purpose of the CCA is to provide education to owners on proper breed conformation. It is a non-competitive, one-on-one evaluation where dogs are assessed against the standard, not against each […]

Many dog owners can benefit from professional help, but is board and train the solution? Here's why board and train and why it might not be best.

Dr. Joel Gavriele-Gold, author of When Pets Come Between Partners, says that compromising on dog ownership is often easier than partners would believe.

Curious about Gordon Setter History? Learn about one of Scotland's oldest dog breeds, and how the four setter breeds differ.

Psychologist Dr. Joel Gavriele-Gold weighs in on why some dogs prefer one partner over another, and how couples can cope with these affection discrepancies.

Incorporate duration, distance, and distraction into your training to ensure your dog understands what you’re asking them to do.

The American Kennel Club (AKC®), a not-for-profit organization, the world’s largest purebred dog registry and leading advocate for dogs, is excited to announce AKC® DNA + Health. This new test combines genetic health and traits testing with AKC DNA identification, creating a powerful tool for breeders. “At the AKC, we’re always looking for tools to […]

On Tuesday, April 16, a California Assembly committee will be considering a bill seeking to address concerns in animal shelters and change the definition of breeder in California code to encompass hobbyists. The proposal, as currently written, insinuates that people who breed as few as ONE litter are contributing to animal shelter population concerns. California […]

Senior dogs have specific age-related needs. Here are some easy ways to keep your senior dog happy and repay all their years of friendship.