The AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF) has awarded six new research grants to improve dog health. Four of the grants will study canine epilepsy and two will focus on canine reproductive diseases. The purpose of these grants is to study and learn as much information as possible about these detrimental conditions and ultimately improve the lives of dogs, breeders, and […]

Despite a very rainy weather forecast — not to mention the potential of Hurricane Joaquin bearing down on the Northeast within a few days — crowds of people and dogs descended on Somerset, New Jersey, on October 1 for the Morris & Essex Kennel Club’s spectacular 2015 outdoor dog show. A revival of the lavish events […]

The Judging Program for the 2015 AKC/Eukanuba National Championship all-breed dog show is now available, including details on when breeds will be competing in the various rings as well as other information. The show takes place Dec. 12–13 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. This year's event has drawn a record entry, with 4,670 dogs entered to compete for […]

Halloween costumes for our four-legged family members get better and better with every passing year. While some owners may not want to dress their dogs up for Halloween, some choose to go all out. Whether you're looking for something spooky, adorable, funny, or even dapper, there is a costume out there perfect for any dog. […]

By Jessica Acito, GR Intern, and Phil M. Guidry, J.D., GR Sr. Policy Analyst Last week the Oregon Supreme Court handed down a decision in Oregon v. Newcomb regarding the relationship between animal cruelty and a dog’s legal status as personal property.  The court allowed a blood sample, taken from a dog seized without its […]

Humans aren’t the only members of the workforce!  The American Kennel Club (AKC®) celebrates the evolution of our canine coworkers – what jobs they were originally bred to perform and what work you can see them doing now.  Dogs go above and beyond each and every day, not only as beloved family pets, but as […]

Human athletic champions are known for saying, “If you fail to prepare, you’re prepared to fail.” This theory holds true for dog owners and their dogs, as well. Whether your dog is ultra athletic or sporadically active, our canine companions are people-pleasers who are ready and willing to jump, dive, flip, and race each and […]

The New Hampshire Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee is scheduled to consider Senate Bill 569 on February 6, which seeks to significantly expand the state’s definition of ‘commercial kennel’ and impose bond for care requirements for those charged with cruelty.  The American Kennel Club and the Dog Owners of the Granite State, our New Hampshire federation, are […]

For 141 years, the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show judges have chosen one dog, and one dog only, as Best in Show. You would think that, with 141 different dogs being chosen, America's favorite breeds surely must have won a few times. You'd be wrong. Every year, the AKC ranks the breeds that are most […]

'Tis the season for holiday gatherings! But before decking those halls, make sure you have a plan for your pet. To decide if your dog should be around for dinner parties and gift-giving events, first ask yourself the following: Is she well-socialized and fully trained? If you have a fearful, shy, or cranked-up puppy or dog, […]