AKC Family Dog

07/29/2025

From our magazine: Trimming your dog's nails can be a challenge—or worse. Here are some tips to help improve the routine.

I trim my three dogs' nails once a week, taking the tiniest bit off each nail.

07/23/2025

Thinking about taking your dog to a restaurant this summer? Check out these tips from AKC.org.

Is my dog ready to go to a dog-friendly restaurant? Here's how to figure it out and reinforce training cues so your dog will be on their best behavior.

07/16/2025

Our readers' dogs love to enjoy the summer sun. Check out these snapshots from the latest issue of AKC Family Dog magazine!

07/10/2025

Parkour! From our latest issue of Family Dog, the first French Bulldog to earn a title with the International Dog Parkour Association.

It happens fast, and he makes it look easy. "Hit it!" says Bea Page, and with a running start, Hogan the French Bulldog springs toward a board angled...

06/24/2025

Our latest issue, The Summer Fun Issue, will be emailed to subscribers next week. The issue will include plenty of summer tips for dog owners, stories about inspiring dogs — like a determined tripod Whippet, a parkour-loving Frenchie, and a life-changing service dog — as well as the winners of our annual Photo Contest!

06/18/2025

Need new gear for your dog? Check out our Family Dog Spring/Summer Gear Guide! https://bit.ly/3GUVyRo

06/16/2025

From our magazine: Better weather can lead to longer walks for you and your dog. Here are some tips to get your dog ready for such strolls.

Out of all the outdoor activities that dogs can participate in, going for a walk is probably the most universal. It's something that dogs and owners...

06/04/2025

Do your dogs like to jump into the pool? Click here to check out the winners of this year's AKC Diving Dogs Premier Cup!

The 2024 AKC Diving Dogs Premier Cup was held in collaboration with North American Diving Dogs on September 19, in Aurora, Colorado. Dogs competed in...

05/27/2025

Pup it up! Here's a sampling of photos from the Your Family Dog section in the most recent issue of AKC Family Dog magazine.

05/20/2025

From our latest issue of Family Dog: "During the long, dark days of winter, it is great to have an activity every week to look forward to. During the summer, it’s an excuse to spend more time outside with the dogs."

Long-time educator Crystal Dennis loves teaching, whether it is in her classroom or in the dog show ring. "I'm always looking for juniors to raise up...

04/29/2025

Our latest issue, The Youth Issue, will be emailed to subscribers next week. The issue is a great resource for puppy owners and those considering getting a puppy. It also features articles about a Labrador Retriever who's looking out for kids, a close look at the raw food diet, a Great Dane movie star, and more!

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Now fully digital, AKC Family Dog is available to readers worldwide! Your subscription is emailed directly to your inbox—so we’re with you and your dog wherever you go.

04/23/2025

Who took home the titles at the 2025 AKC National Agility Championship? Click the link to find out.

Winners of the 2025 AKC National Agility Championship