If you received a Delegates Call email from AKC, you can use the access code that it included to RSVP online about your attendance at the Delegate meeting, which is typically held once a quarter. Delegates form the legislative body of the AKC, making rules and electing from within their own ranks the people who […]

The AKC Junior Agility Competition will be held Dec. 15 as part of the AKC Agility Invitational in Orlando, FL. Young people get the opportunity to compete with their dogs in a national setting. We will be spotlighting youth who are competing with All-American Dogs in the AKC Canine Partners program in weeks leading up […]

Saint Michael, the German Shepherd Dog in this video, was purchased by the Newtown Police Department with the support of the Trap Falls Kennel Club and the AKC community. From a previous survey, we learned that many AKC clubs are looking for a way to get more involved with their police department and their K-9 […]

Ways to Increase the Chance of TV News Coverage for Your Dog Show TV crews are eager to cover local stories and your hometown dog show easily fits the bill. Even if there may be a bigger dog show, your local show can serve as a lead-up, building anticipation toward larger shows. Luck sometimes plays […]

Traditional Media Ways to Increase the Chance of Coverage for Your National Specialty Encouraging local media to cover your National Specialty is a great way to promote your breed and educate potential owners about the type of lifestyle that is suitable for your breed. Aside from inviting the local news station or newspaper reporters to […]

Fliers & Reproducibles Available for Club Use: The Road to Best In Show Useful for illustrating the format that dog shows follow, from the breed ring to Best in Show. AKC Above and Beyond AKC promotional flier that details how AKC is different from other registries. Deed Not Breed! Flier Created by the Canine Legislation […]

AKC does not train, certify or register therapy dogs. However, AKC has the AKC Therapy Dog title, which recognizes working therapy dogs. To learn more about the AKC Therapy Dog title, see www.akc.org/akctherapydog

Teaching Responsible Dog Ownership A sample CGC course outline (for an 8 week class) is provided at the bottom of this page to help instructors who are planning a class. Please remember that the CGC concept applies to both ends of the leash and all CGC classes should include training for the owner on responsible […]

The AKC's Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Program is rapidly growing. The numbers of CGC tests being offered and dogs passing the test are increasing. Dr. Mary Burch is the Director of the Canine Good Citizen Program. You can reach the CGC program by calling (919) 816-3637, e-mailing cgc@akc.org or mailing: American Kennel Club CGC Department […]

CGC, CGCA and AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Show everybody you are a responsible dog owner and protect your dog at the same time. To go directly to the order page, click here.