Dogs sneeze. Sometimes it's just occasional, but sometimes they can sneeze so much they get a bloody nose. But do dogs sneeze for the same reasons we do? "Sneezing is a normal response to stimulation of irritant receptors in the nasal passage," says AKC Chief Veterinarian Dr. Jerry Klein, DVM. "Sneezing is most often seen […]

The American Kennel Club (AKC) and AKC Pet Insurance are pleased to announce the launch of the AKC Breeder Rewards Program. The program is designed to reward breeders who promote responsible dog ownership. Beginning November 10th, breeders who register their litters with the AKC can earn up to $10 per puppy for encouraging owners to […]

The state of Washington’s Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) has proposed new rules to create a nonlethal enforcement program for the purpose of training dogs to assist in locating offending bear, cougar, and bobcat. The Fish and Wildlife Commission is authorized to allow the use of dogs to hunt or pursue bear, cougar, or […]

Last week, the Massachusetts House Ways and Means Committee released HB 5150, which establishes a state budget for 2021.  777 amendments to the bill have been filed for consideration, including two specifically impacting working dogs. Amendment #18 to H5150 – “Nero’s Bill” would allow emergency care and transportation for a police dog injured in the […]

Highly intelligent, energetic, and athletic, the Shetland Sheepdog is also a devoted family companion. See why Sheltie owners are in love with the breed.

Whether it's providing comfort after a long day or helping solve murders, it seems as though dogs can do almost anything. And, now a new study showed therapy dogs can help ease symptoms of Fibromyalgia. Fibromyalgia is a complex disorder with no known cure, but there are some treatment tools to help patients manage their […]

Your dog’s tongue is his stomach’s gatekeeper. By recognizing some foods as yum and others as yuck, it encourages him to eat high-calorie foods and discourages him from scarfing down poison. If you look in your dog’s mouth (and yours too) you’ll see lots of small bumps called papillae, each of which contains clusters of […]

Congratulations to the top five All-American Dogs in AKC Agility in Regular competition, plus the number one All-American in the Preferred division, who have been invited to the 2020 AKC Agility Invitational sponsored by Eukanuba. Pictured is one of the invitees, MACH4 Mighty Milo Vogel MXC PDS MJB2 PJS OF T2B4 owned by Kathleen Vogel […]

The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) is pleased to recognize breeding programs from the Sporting, Hound, Working, Terrier, Toy, Non-Sporting and Herding groups as 2020 AKC Breeder of the Year group honorees. “We are proud to honor these esteemed breeders,” said Dennis Sprung, AKC President and CEO. “Each of them has made important contributions to the […]

Halloween this year may look a little different, but that doesn't have to mean any less fun! It's the perfect time to show off your dog’s adorable looks, and many dog owners choose to dress their dog up for the holiday. Before dressing up your dog in any Halloween costume, keep these dog costume guidelines in mind […]