Training your dog to focus on you with the "watch me" command is important for all dog owners. Learn tips and tricks for teaching "watch me" to your dog.

The AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy program teaches your dog fundamental skills, while you can learn what's involved in being a responsible puppy owner.

Start the new year by deepening your relationship with your dog. Try these three New Year's training resolutions and reap the rewards.

Does your dog only listen at home or training class and ignore you everywhere else? Maybe you suspect your dog is stubborn and only obeys when they feel like it. Well, getting your dog to come when called or to sit and stay is easy in a quiet house. Doing so while out and about in a […]

Each new year, humans make resolutions to better themselves throughout the year. This year, we wonder what sort of resolutions our dogs might make.

Do you have a disaster plan in place for your dog? When it comes to emergency preparedness, here's what every dog owner needs to know.

Bowel obstruction in dogs can cause lots of gastrointestinal issues and other health problems. If you suspect your dog has eaten a foreign object, contact your vet right away.

Why do dogs and puppies cough? Every dog or puppy coughs from time to time, but here's how to know when to call a vet for help.

Valentine's Day is a great time to shower love on those in your life, including your four-legged friends. Just because dogs can't enjoy chocolates, jewelry, or flowers, doesn't mean they don't deserve a loving Valentine's Day. We've chosen some great gift ideas for V-Day, both for your furry family members and your loved ones who […]

Here is a question AKC GoodDog! Helpline trainers hear often: Why does my dog chew up our things when he has dozens of his very own wonderful toys all over the place? The question is usually about a young puppy, but it could be regarding an older dog who inexplicably got it into her head […]