The AKC wishes to thank the following organizations for their sponsorship of the AKC Meet the Breeds® event. Their support of dogs, cats and responsible pet ownership makes this event possible.

PetPartners, Inc., the Presenting Sponsor of AKC Meet the Breeds, has been selected by both the American Kennel Club and The International Cat Association to provide superior pet health insurance protection for pet owners. With over 25 years of experience in this field, PetPartners is one of the leading providers, focusing on superior coverage to help owners budget sensibly and responsibly for their pets' healthcare needs.

"We are proud to be your partner in your pet's protection by offering a variety of plans that enable you to insure the health of your dog or cat, just as you would any other family member," said Steve Popovich, CEO of PetPartners, Inc.

Available in all 50 states, the AKC plan is underwritten by one of the top 50 U.S. insurance groups, Markel Insurance Company, rated A "Excellent" by A.M. Best Company. Visit www.akcphp.com.

NEW! Auto & Home Insurance from The Hartford

The Hartford has recently been chosen to exclusively offer AKC dog owners Auto and Home Insurance, with special rates, unique benefits and world-class customer service designed to exceed your expectations! The Hartford is also proud to sponsor the AKC’s Canine Good Citizen® and AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy® programs.  Because at The Hartford our goal is simple: To work with the AKC to promote responsible dog ownership. As a leading insurance company with a 200-year reputation, The Hartford is recognized widely for its service expertise and as one of the world's most ethical companies. We’d love to be of service to you and your canine friend. Click here for more information on The Hartford.

Or why not get started with an auto insurance quote that could save you $404 -- and provide you with superior protection!
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About P&G Pet Care
For more than 60 years, Procter & Gamble Pet Care (NYSE:PG), the maker of Iams and Eukanuba has enhanced the well-being of dogs and cats by providing world-class quality foods and pet-care products. To learn more about Eukanuba or general pet care and nutrition information, call the Eukanuba Pet Experts at (800) 423-6036. You can also visit us on the Web at www.eukanuba.com or www.iams.com.

Pet Brands is an industry leading producer of rawhide, pork hide, treats, toys and accessories. Pet Brands is focused on producing high quality products that dog owners can trust and depend upon. Products such as our AKC™ Pre/Pro Biotic healthy treats provide dogs with a good tasting, healthy beneficial snack. Pet Brands is proud to work with the American Kennel Club.

Motel 6 offers the lowest price of any national chain at more than 1,000 company-owned and franchised locations throughout the United States and Canada.  For 24 years, Motel 6 has used the tagline, "We’ll leave the light on for you®," earning the chain the highest brand recognition in the economy lodging segment.  Motel 6 was the first national pet friendly chain, welcoming pets since 1962.  Standard amenities include free local phone calls, no long distance access charges, free morning coffee, data ports, and cable channel line-up with premium channels including HBO, ESPN/ESPN2, and CNN.  Most locations offer Wi-Fi Internet access, swimming pools and guest laundry facilities.  For more information, visit www.motel6.com.

Since 1989, Paramount Chemical Specialties has been manufacturing safe, biodegradable and effective cleaning products. As a licensee of both the American Kennel Club and the Cat Fanciers' Association, Paramount works closely with both organizations to develop, manufacture and sell a wide variety of pet and child-safe, biodegradable cleaning and deodorizing, HEALTH & BEAUTY products in retail stores all across the U.S. Products include pet stain and odor removers, deodorizing gels, deodorizing powders, carpet shampoo, litter box deodorizers, SHAMPOOS, GROOMING SPRAYS, COLOGNES, EAR CLEANERS, EYE CLEANERS and many more. Dozens of new products are under development as well. Paramount Chemical Specialties, Inc., is located in Redmond, WA, and can be reached toll-free at 877-846-7826.

To help kids learn about the more than 210 dog and cat breeds at AKC Meet the Breeds®, The International Cat Association (TICA), American Kennel Club (AKC) and American Pet Products Association (APPA) are excited to announce AKC Meet the Breeds® Bingo. To play, kids simply need to correctly answer 5 questions in a row either horizontally vertically or diagonally on the provided Bingo board. They will find hints with some questions to help them with the answer. AKC Meet the Breeds Bingo encourages Responsible Pet Ownership with questions like "True or False: A collar, tag and microchip will help your dog/cat find his way home should he ever get lost." At the end, kids will receive a goodie bag for completing the game, complements of the American Pet Products Association and the Pets Add Life Poetry Contest, filled with items donated by the AKC and TICA.

The Canine Companies, Inc. is dedicated to delivering the best pet services to our clients' homes. Our service brands each meet a specific pet need. Canine Fence professionally installs and trains dogs and cats to Invisible Fence® Brand pet containment systems; Canine Manners provides individual In-Home Dog Obedience Training to meet the select needs of each client; CanineHouse.com is a unique online pet shop that delivers tested, proven and unique pet products directly to our clients - we only sell products we use regularly for our own dogs. Over 27 years of experience ensuring that dogs and their owners are satisfied.

Toyota’s Pet Travel Safety program serves to help educate American consumers on the importance of properly protecting and securing pets in automobiles. According to a study by the American Automobile Association (AAA), a 35 mph accident can turn a 60-pound pet into a 2,700-pound projectile. A recent survey of Toyota owner’s indicated that more than 70 percent of them have a dog, and half of these owners travel with them in the car every week. With our educational program, we are looking to keep everyone – both people and pets – safe while on the road.

Hill's Pet Nutrition is dedicated to helping pets around the world reach their full potential through quality nutrition and healthcare. Our Prescription Diet® and Science Diet® pet foods offer the highest-quality pet nutrition available. Our unrivaled devotion to healthy, happy pets drives everything we do. Hill’s® Science Diet® Small & Toy Breed dog foods have an exclusive blend of clinically proven antioxidants, that only Science Diet pet foods have. We created this formula to pamper your special pet with proper nutrition in support of the long life expectancy small and toy breed dogs enjoy. And now with Hill’s® Science Diet® Simple Essentials™ Small & Toy Treats and Hill’s® Science Diet® Small & Toy canned food, you have even more ways to treat your little one right. Nutrition is vital. Ask your vet. For more information, visit www.hillspet.com/smallandtoy.

LG Electronics USA, Inc., based in Englewood Cliffs, N.J., is the North American subsidiary of LG Electronics, Inc., a global force and technology leader in consumer electronics, home appliances and mobile communications. In the United States, LG sells a range of stylish and innovative home entertainment products, mobile phones, home appliances and business solutions, all under LG's "Life's Good" marketing theme. Part of its award-winning appliance line includes a suite of vacuums designed to clean effectively, save time and make disposing of dirt and debris simpler and cleaner by incorporating Kompressor® technology, DualForce™ suction and special pet care features.

NEW! Emergency Assistance Plus for American Kennel Club Dog Lovers.

Emergency Assistance Plus (EA+) supports AKC in offering our constituents a special rate to protect you, your family and your pets at home and while you travel for just pennies a day. Accidents and medical emergencies can happen when you least expect. With EA+ you’ll get medical assistance that’s invaluable: Emergency Medical Evacuation, Pet Care and Return, Travel Assistance and many other benefits!

Best of all, as an American Kennel Club registrant you are GUARANTEED low group rates. For more information or to get covered right away, call toll-free 1-855-781-9071.

The Baker Institute for Animal Health serves society through discoveries that have an immediate effect on and long term implications for the health of animals and humans. We are one of the first centers dedicated to the study of veterinary infectious diseases, immunology, genetics, and reproduction. Millions of animals have been helped by Baker discoveries, including the development of distemper and canine parvovirus vaccines, tests for hip dysplasia, canine eye disease, and more. Baker has increased our knowledge of animals, led to advances in the detection of inherited diseases, and has provided practical applications for the treatment of diseases in animals and humans alike. From understanding immune defenses to reproductive and contraceptive breakthroughs, developing tests for life-threatening conditions to restoring sight in dogs and humans, the Baker Institute is leading the way in improving animal and human health.

To inquire about sponsorships, contact Daphna Straus at 212-696-8243 or via e-mail at meetthebreeds@akc.org.