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Down and Back: Stories From the American Kennel Club Archives Dog Podcast
In our award-winning Down and Back: Stories From the American Kennel Club Archives dog podcast, now in Season Four, host Bud Boccone tells the tales of breeds, dogs, and personalities who’ve shaped America (and Americans) over generations. Using the American Kennel Club's historical records, archival material, oral histories, interviews, and more, the show brings dog […]
https://www.akc.org/about/down-and-back-akc-podcast/
| December 20, 2023
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
How Does a Dog Breed Become AKC-Recognized?
Have you ever wondered what it means to be AKC-recognized? How does a dog become AKC-recognized? Learn about the entire breed recognition process.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/how-dog-breed-become-akc-recognized/
| January 5, 2022
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AKC DNA + Health
Genetic health and traits testing combined with AKC DNA identification for a powerful breeder tool Order AKC DNA + Health Kit Offers AKC DNA Profile + over 328 markers for health and traits Helps to meets AKC registration and Breeder of Merit/Bred with H.E.A.R.T. certification requirements. Some exclusions apply. For breed-specific DNA test recommendations, click […]
https://www.akc.org/breeder-programs/dna/dna-resource-center/akc-dna-health/
| March 11, 2024
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Expert Advice: Feature
Endachs’ Tori Lee Advocates for Responsible Breeding of Dachshunds
Victoria "Tori" Lee, the owner of Endachs, grew up with dogs of different ages and breeds. When she was 15 years old, she was determined to have a dog...
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/tori-lee-endachs/
| May 31, 2024
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Conformation Judges Policies
[accordion] [accordion_panel title="Adjunct Approval (April 1994 Board meeting)"] When a new breed becomes eligible for championship competition, there is one three-month window of opportunity for judges to submit applications under the adjunct system. [/accordion_panel] [accordion_panel title="AKC Board Household Judges (July 2000 Board meeting)"] A household member of a Board member may submit a judging application […]
https://www.akc.org/rules/policy-manual/akc-conformation-judges-policies/
| November 1, 2017
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Board Administration Policies
[accordion] [accordion_panel title="AKC Educational Requirements Policy and Recommendations (April 2024 Board meeting)"] As an additional step in creating a safe and respectful sport environment for all, the AKC Board of Directors approved the following educational requirements policy and recommendations. Effective immediately: AKC Board of Directors, Inspectors, Field Staff across all sports, AKC Registered Handlers, […]
https://www.akc.org/rules/policy-manual/akc-board-administration-policies/
| November 1, 2017
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Registration Policies
[accordion] [accordion_panel title="American Field Irish Setters (October 1975 Board meeting)"] Based upon a request from the Irish Setter Club of America, AKC discontinued the registration of Irish Setters based upon pedigrees from the American Field Dog Stud Book. [/accordion_panel] [accordion_panel title="Auction Policy (July 2003 Board meeting)"] The Board reviewed its policy on Auctions, considering the […]
https://www.akc.org/rules/policy-manual/policy-manual-registration/
| November 1, 2017
Sports & Events
Conformation: Frequently Asked Questions
Scheduling Conformation Events General Questions Points Schedule Formulation Specialties Held With All-Breed and Group Shows Classes and Entries Submitting Results Awards and Titles Judges and Judging Junior Showmanship Sweepstakes Trophies, Prizes, and Ribbons Club Membership Upload Tool Scheduling Conformation Events AKC recommended Best Practices to hire and assign judges, leading to an efficient schedule. General […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/conformation/resources/faq/
| October 26, 2017
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Expert Advice: Feature
German Wirehaired Pointer ‘Natalie’ Balances Shows With Service Dog Duties
When Kevin Holmes went looking for a service dog that would double as a competition teammate two years ago, he had specific idea in mind. His answer? "Natalie" the German Wirehaired Pointer.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/natalie-german-wirehaired-pointer/
| April 30, 2024
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeding
Breeder Spotlight: Lacey & Luisma Benítez of LBK AmStaffs
Lacey and Luisma Benítez, of LBK American Staffordshire Terriers, are the first and only Platinum Breeders of Merit of the American Staffordshire Terrier. They are a married couple, navigating life between Spain and St. Augustine, Florida, and have been deeply involved in this breed for 20 years. Luisma, who is from Spain, is a software […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/breeder-spotlight-lacey-luisma-benitez-lbk-amstaffs/
| April 18, 2024