Alysha Riel, a veterinary technician in Minnesota, was working with a local veterinarian who recommended that she get her mixed-breed dog Olive into Flyball, a relay race event complete with jumps, a springloaded box, and a ball. One class was all it took to fall in love with the world of dog sports. Get to […]

ESPN is going straight to the dogs in the best way possible. On August 26, the American Kennel Club is proud to participate in ESPN Dog Day for the second time, with dog sports broadcast live on ESPN2 and the ESPN app. What better way to spend a hot August day than by watching dogs […]

There are nearly 4,000 miles between Maija Doggett's home in Anchorage, Alaska, and the world's biggest Flyball tournament in Indianapolis, Indiana. The CanAm Flyball Classic, run by the North American Flyball Association, is the largest gathering for Flyball — a relay race for dogs. More than 100 teams of four dogs each come to compete […]

At just 12 years old, Finley Shryock Taylor is already throwing farther than adults—and beating them!—in Disc Dog events. Involved in dog sports since she was a toddler, she recently became the only Junior Handler invited to compete at the 2022 AKC UpDog Challenge. Competing in the Pro Division, she finished eighth. Building a Competitive […]

Here are the winners of the 2023 AKC Flyball Dog Challenge, presented by Tractor Supply Company. The event broadcasted on March 25 on ESPN2.

In the ring, Addict the Portuguese Podengo is the center of attention. The 36-pound dog displays both substance and splash while...

The AKC DOGNY Paw of Courage is an award to show appreciation for the work that dogs do in the service of humankind.  This award recognizes dogs who serve their communities, making great impacts in the lives of their human counterparts. DOGNY Paw of Courage awards can be presented to Police K-9s and Military Working […]

Senate Bill 876 was heard yesterday in the Senate Committee on Criminal Justice. The bill was left pending in the committee after several senators expressed concern and urged the sponsor to work with AKC to find some common ground.  A staff member from the AKC GR team attended the hearing and testified against the bill. […]

  Welcome to the AKC . We have put together definitions for dog words that you may not be familiar with. If you have additional questions regarding the glossary, please contact our Special Services Department. A Abdomen The belly or under surface between the chest and the hindquarters. Acetabulum The concave lateral portion of the […]

This issue’s spotlight shines on Tulla, who represents the tallest breed of dog and one seldom seen in the agility ring: the Irish Wolfhound. But Tulla’s owner & handler, Traci Kinard, tells us that Tulla loves the sport & delights in hearing the crowds cheer her on! She says they are proud to represent giant […]