The American Kennel Club recently added the Mudi and the Russian Toy to their list of recognized breeds, bringing the AKC's dog breed count to 199 Kelli Bender is the Pets Editor at PEOPLE.

Those perfectly poised dog show competitors don't start life that way. It takes the right bloodlines, intense training, love ...

This show, officially licensed by the American Kennel Club, is this Saturday and Sunday ... months with prizes including travel mugs and dog toys. On Saturday, there will a special competition ...

Say hello to the latest dog in the American Kennel Club's lineup of recognized breeds. Or maybe even “hej.” The Danish-Swedish farmdog — yep, that's the official name — joins the pack this ...