Strolling with a happy, tail-wagging companion securely by our sides is one of life’s greatest joys. We love our furry, four-legged friends.  While dogs are America’s most beloved pet, humans have bred and domesticated dogs for thousands of years for important work functions. Modern day working dog are employed in tasks ranging from drug and […]

It was the first day of a beginner’s dog obedience class. In front of me a woman was standing beside a Golden Retriever, and the dog’s face was showing a considerable amount of gray on it. The woman said to me, in a troubled tone, “I’m not sure that this class is going to do […]

Linda Facci (aka "The Dog Felterer") is a perfectionist — and it shows in her amazingly realistic felt dog replicas. A remark such as, "I love your work, but this is creepy!" is not unusual for the self-taught artist to hear. Based in Manhattan, Facci keeps a busy schedule, with her 9-to-5 job as creative […]

AKC Canine Health Foundation reaches out to owners of several breeds for participation in important genetic studies. Your dog can help researchers make advances in the study of many canine diseases. Participation is currently needed in the following trials and studies: Immunolight Therapy Clinical Trial for Canine Malignancies Dr. Michael Nolan and his team at […]

At the AKC, we celebrate the special relationship between humans and dogs every day. But in honor of National Pet Week (May 6-12), take the celebration a step further by treating yourself (or your favorite dog owner) to one of these unbelievably adorable products! Apparel & Jewelry for Dog Lovers Baseball Caps This sturdy cotton […]

Much about dogs can translate from one breed to another. Soundness and basic structure is not that different among many breeds. Structural soundness in a Dalmatian is not that different from structural soundness in a German Shorthaired Pointer, for example. Type, outline, breed personality, and all of the little things that make each breed unique […]

2010: FC AFC Hunter Runs Booboo Breed: Labrador Retriever (male) Owners: Kit Johnston & John Straclea 2009: NFC FC Mioak's Fabulous Flipper Breed: Labrador Retriever (female) Owner: Gordy Alfter 2008: NFC FC Two Rivers Lucky Willie Breed: Labrador Retriever (male) Owner: Brady Oman 2007: NFC FC AFC Candlewood's Somethingroyal Breed: Labrador Retriever (female) Owners: Ken […]

2010: NAFC FC AFC Fourleaf's Ice Breaker Breed: Labrador Retriever (male) Owner/Handler: Peter & Kelly Hayes 2009: NAFC FC AFC Barton Creek's O Mustad Breed: Labrador Retriever (male) Owners: Mike Haring & Loren Morehouse 2008: NAFC FC AFC Hawkeye's Coast Guard Breed: Labrador Retriever (male) Owners: Jeffery Talley & William Hillman 2007: NAFC FC AFC […]

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 […]

Does your Dachshund bury those expensive dental chews you buy him? Maybe your Standard Schnauzer hides pilfered socks under couch cushions or in blankets on your bed. It’s natural to wonder why your dog is burying something you know he likes. It can also be frustrating if he’s made a molehill out of your backyard. […]