MACH Andrea’s Maximum Entropy RE MXB MJB MXF CGC MACH Andrea’s Little Buddy RE MXS MJB XF CGC Max and Buddy really brought it home for owner Andrea Atkinson of Cutler Bay, FL when they each earned their first MACH title in the last class of the last day of the same show held by […]

  Bonnie Bailey of Alexandria, Va., asks: Gunny seeks out rocks to retrieve, bury, and chew. I am concerned that Gunny will swallow a small one (although most are too big) or crack a tooth. It's not possible to remove all the rocks in the yard, so I would like to train him away from […]

Earlier this week, the New Hampshire House Environment and Agriculture Committee amended and passed Senate Bill 569.  The Committee addressed many of the concerns expressed by the American Kennel Club (AKC), the Dog Owners of the Granite State (DOGS), and many breeders and owners.  Because the bill is expected to be voted on by the […]

Natalie McCarthy lost her sight at the age of 10, but she didn't get her first guide dog until she was 21. "I was sort of one of those blind individuals who wasn't quite sure the guide dog lifestyle was for me," she admits. After all, McCarthy was getting around perfectly well. She was in […]

Approximately 4 million dogs go missing in the United States each year, and anyone who's lost a pet will tell you it’s a terrifying feeling. While no one wants to believe this can happen to them, on National Lost Dog Awareness Day (April 23), we're reminded of the precautionary steps you can take in case […]

The Roswell, GA, City Council is scheduled to vote Monday on an ordinance that would make it an animal cruelty violation to allow an animal to be outdoors when the temperature is below 32 degrees or above 85 degrees.  Violator would be guilty of a misdemeanor, punishable by a fine of up to $500 and/or […]

To celebrate Earth Day on April 22, we're thinking up ways to be more environmentally conscious. Below are a few eco-friendly products that are safe for you, your dog, and the environment. ECO Rain Blocker Keep your dog dry with a waterproof rain jacket that has a shell made from 100% recycled materials. In fact, […]

The Canine Ambassador Program is an integral part of the American Kennel Club’s public education effort. Canine Ambassadors are the connection between clubs and purebred dog fanciers of tomorrow. They support their clubs’ public education outreach by visiting classrooms and community youth organizations to make presentations, often with their dog. They promote purebred dogs, responsible […]

In 2016, the American Kennel Club started the Canine Officer Program.  This program shines the spotlight on dogs who serve and protect the American public.  These dogs have a unique skill set, temperament, and intelligence. Dogs are nominated for the AKC Canine Officers Program by an all-breed club or a specific breed club.  The selected […]

Police Officer Manuel Orellana and his K-9 Angel were recognized for their work on May 26, 2017 at the Staten Island Kennel Club Show as part of the American Kennel Club’s Canine Officers Program, which honors dogs who work in a public service role.  The Staten Island Kennel Club had the privilege to present the […]