AKC Breeders of Merit share tips on how to groom a German Shepherd Dog, from best brushes to dealing with nails.

From Our Nation's Capitol AKC Government Relations team continues to monitor Congress for issues of interest to dog owners. Visit our 2020 Legislation Tracking page and click on “US Fed” on the map to get the latest updates on federal bills currently being monitored by the AKC. Highlights of issues we are currently addressing on the federal […]

Teaching your dog to "drop it" is an important behavior and allows you to get that item away from your dog without a chase or fight.

Czarina Ellingson held her breath as she took the leash off her Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Gatsby, at an Agility trial. She had decided that if he didn't obey her, Czarina would pick him up and walk him out of the ring — therefore willingly disqualifying them from their favorite dog sport. Gatsby — named after […]

Have you wondered why dogs growl? Dogs growl for many reasons, from wanting to threaten another dog to feeling threatened themselves.

Australian Shepherds are smart and energetic dogs. They have so many winning traits, no wonder they're one of the the country's most popular breeds.

Although she's young, Brianne Farr has been training dogs nearly her whole life. On top of teaching training classes, she competes in Obedience, Rally, Agility, Herding, Disc Dog, and Dock Diving. While she has earned over 50 different titles on her dogs over the years, the best reward may have come on Dec. 11, 2020 […]

Keeping your dog out of certain rooms can prevent problem behaviors, such as counter-surfing in the kitchen. Alternatively, there are times you might want to keep your dog within a certain space, like an unfenced yard. Whether you're keeping your dog inside one area or outside another, you can accomplish this with boundary training. The Benefits […]

AKC Virtual Programs: Opportunities Grow for At-Home Titles AKC’s Virtual Title program offers opportunities to earn titles during the pandemic, and many owners have successfully taken advantage of them. Just added to the line-up is Virtual Home Manners. When you get a puppy or new adult dog, this program can get you started on practical skills before you attend a training class. […]

We have some big news to report about All-Americans succeeding at earning the top titles in Agility, Coursing Ability, Rally, Obedience, Scent Work, Tracking, and Trick Dog. Moreof you continue to enjoy success taking advantage of AKC’s Virtual Titling programs too! AGILITY AGCH (Agility Grand Champion) AGCH MACH4 Sassy RAE2 MXB2 PDS MJC PJS MFG TQX T2B6 CGC owned by […]