Father's Day is coming up! Have you been procrastinating on getting your dad the perfect pet-related gift? We understand. The weather is finally nice, you have a million things to do, and you just don't know what your dad wants. Well have no fear, the AKC is here! We've compiled a list of the perfect […]

The Cocker Spaniel and English Cocker Spaniel (ECS) are both beloved dog breeds. In fact, they rank among the most popular dog breeds in America. These two members of the Sporting Group share the same early roots, which might explain why these merry, biddable, compact sporting dogs are often confused for one another. Cocker Confusion […]

Why register your dog with the AKC? It’s a question many people ask when they are bringing home a new puppy or grown dog. With the exception of those who have firmly set their sights on the conformation show ring and breeding the next generation of champions, the benefits of registration may not be obvious. […]

The recent Westminster Dog Show and the Meet the Breeds event that preceded it gave breeder-exhibitors a grand opportunity to engage with the public and the media. Decades ago, benched shows were the norm, not the exception. Exhibitors settled in for the day, sharing lunch with their competitors and happily talking about their dogs to […]

Here is a step-by-step guide to help you learn how to put on a dog harness. AKC's dog training experts provide all the information you need.

March 5, 2019 A bill slated to move quickly in the Iowa House of Representatives would make significant changes to the state’s breeder laws. While some changes are a positive advancement, there are many concerning provisions that could unnecessarily harm dogs and responsible dog owners and breeders. A subcommittee discussed House Study Bill 227 today, […]

Learning Objectives Students will research famous dog breeds from different decades that appeared in television or in movies.  Students will compare and contrast the various characteristics of the dogs displayed in the movies or on television to their official AKC breed standard, specifically temperament and appearance.  Students will present their findings to the class in […]

The 2019 AKC National Rally Championship takes place March 15 in Tulsa, Oklahoma. If you can't attend, tune in to the live stream by going to AKC.tv on any device or download the AKC.TV app on Roku, Apple TV, or AmazonFireTV. Rally has taken on an entirely new meaning in recent months for the Cruise family of Blountsville, Alabama […]

February 28, 2019 The Caswell County (North Carolina) Board of Commissioners is considering a proposal on Monday, March 4, that would license and regulate those deemed commercial breeders or “high-volume private kennels”. Those who reside in Caswell County are encouraged to contact the committee prior to the hearing, or consider attending the hearing on March […]

In late 2018, Sully, the 2-year-old Labrador Retriever service dog of George H.W. Bush was photographed alongside the president's casket in Houston, still wearing his service vest. Three months later, Sully is ready for his next mission:  a new job with the U.S. Navy at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. [embed]https://www.facebook.com/WRNMMC/videos/585577821957910/[/embed] On Wednesday, Feb. 27, […]