Last weekend, a Sussex Spaniel, named Duncan, made a huge splash at a North American Dock Diving event in Greensboro, North Carolina, becoming the first of his breed to earn an AKC Dock Diving Novice title and AKC Dock Diving Junior title. Dogs have been able to earn AKC titles in this water sport since June […]

In 2007, football star Michael Vick plead guilty to federal conspiracy charges for running a dogfighting ring out of his “Bad Newz Kennels” in Virginia. Fifty-one dogs were rescued during a raid, and many were rehabilitated. He served 18 months in jail, and then continued on with this professional life, playing for the Philadelphia Eagles […]

A recent warning by the British Veterinary Association (BVA) claims that the time-honored tradition of throwing a stick to your dog can put your pet at risk of getting hurt. Sticks, the veterinarians claim, can puncture the dog’s mouth or cause other problems, like obstructions, splinters, and infections. "Our message is that these injuries are […]

Think you know your purebred history? Put your knowledge to the test and see if you can figure out the original purpose of each of the following breeds. It might not be as easy as you think!   If you missed Round 1, check it out here!  

Photo: Y Nakanishi/Flickr With its warm climate, urban metropolis, and close proximity to outdoor adventures, Los Angeles is definitely a dog-friendly city. Here are seven fun things to do with your dog in L.A., whether you live there permanently, or you're just visiting with your best friend.   1. Take A Hike There are hundreds of […]

It is often said that you cannot own a Japanese Chin, because he owns you. These charming little dogs are the masters of the house. Here are some interesting facts about this regal breed: 1. They Are Actually From China Most experts believe the Japanese Chin actually originated in China. The theory is that the […]

AKC GoodDog! Helpline trainer Christie Canfield CPDT-KA is an AKC Canine Good Citizen evaluator and teaches CGC prep classes. Here, she gives some helpful hints for skills that will help your dog with the CGC evaluation and also for everyday manners. The AKC Canine Good Citizen title is a benchmark achievement in training your dog. […]

Meet Willey Boy and Cheswick, two Old English Sheepdog buddies who are registered Pet Partners therapy teams in Bellingham, Washington. Willey and his handler, Barb Webb, have been a registered therapy team since 2010 with more than 300 hours donated. Cheswick and his handler, Judy Davis, have been a therapy team since 2013 and have […]

It's the moment we've all been waiting for: Now that all of the Best of Breed Group Winners have officially been named, we're one step closer to crowning this year's AKC National Championship Best in Show winner. In case you missed our livestream on AKC.org, here's a recap of all of the commendable canines who […]

A Minnesota dog was reunited with her family earlier this week after she had been missing for 985 days. The Great Pyrenees, Betty White, ventured into the woods of her owners' 13-acre property on Nov. 16, 2013 and failed to return home, devastating her family. We had the opportunity to connect with Betty White's owner, […]