Earlier this week, the New Hampshire House Environment and Agriculture Committee amended and passed Senate Bill 569.  The Committee addressed many of the concerns expressed by the American Kennel Club (AKC), the Dog Owners of the Granite State (DOGS), and many breeders and owners.  Because the bill is expected to be voted on by the […]

At its April meeting, the AKC Board of Directors approved a new position statement to clarify the organization’s position on tethering.  The position statement is as follows:  “The American Kennel Club recognizes that tethering is a practical and humane method for training and restraining dogs in a variety of circumstances.  Dogs should never be tethered […]

Ever hear of the phrase, “the nose knows” ? Scent hounds are guided by their nose! Any Beagle, Basset, Dachshund or Coonhound out in the field working a track is happy to be sniffing out rabbit, hare or raccoon. In addition to scent hounds having amazing noses and the drive to pursue a scent, they […]

To celebrate Earth Day on April 22, we're thinking up ways to be more environmentally conscious. Below are a few eco-friendly products that are safe for you, your dog, and the environment. ECO Rain Blocker Keep your dog dry with a waterproof rain jacket that has a shell made from 100% recycled materials. In fact, […]

The AKC Character Education Program is a character education unit designed for school teachers and counselors or homeschooling parents. It is most appropriate for use with students in grades K-5. This program aims to provide schools with a quality character education program by using our vast knowledge of dogs to engage children in a character […]

The Roswell, GA, City Council is scheduled to vote Monday on an ordinance that would make it an animal cruelty violation to allow an animal to be outdoors when the temperature is below 32 degrees or above 85 degrees.  Violator would be guilty of a misdemeanor, punishable by a fine of up to $500 and/or […]

 Jax Majerle AD CGC RN TKA owned by Brandi and Pete Majerle of Peoria, AZ Last fall, we wrote about Jax when he earned a Trick Dog Novice title at 12 weeks of age. It was just the beginning for this precocious pup who will be one year old on June 6. After earning the […]

The American Kennel Club recognizes the benefits of spaying and neutering dogs that are not part of a responsible breeding program or are not being shown. However, the decision of when and whether to spay or neuter a dog is not one to be taken lightly. Though commonplace, these elective procedures are major surgeries and […]

In 2016, the American Kennel Club started the Canine Officer Program.  This program shines the spotlight on dogs who serve and protect the American public.  These dogs have a unique skill set, temperament, and intelligence. Dogs are nominated for the AKC Canine Officers Program by an all-breed club or a specific breed club.  The selected […]

Police Officer Manuel Orellana and his K-9 Angel were recognized for their work on May 26, 2017 at the Staten Island Kennel Club Show as part of the American Kennel Club’s Canine Officers Program, which honors dogs who work in a public service role.  The Staten Island Kennel Club had the privilege to present the […]