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Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Should You Choose a Purebred or a Mixed-Breed Dog?
Selecting a dog is an important decision that plays out for families every day. Here's how to know if you should get a purebred or mixed-breed dog.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/why-you-should-choose-a-purebred-instead-of-a-mix-breed-dog/
| January 5, 2016
![The Whippet booth at AKC Meet the Breeds, Meet and Compete 2019, New York, NY.](https://www.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/Meet-the-Breeds-AKC_2245-David-Woo-400x267.jpg)
Expert Advice: Events
Everything You Need to Know About AKC Meet the Breeds
At AKC Meet the Breeds events, you can meet, play with, and learn about hundreds of dog breeds. Find an event in your local area!
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/akc-meet-the-breeds-events/
| January 3, 2024
Legislative Alerts
Unite Against Radical New Hampshire Bill That Would Criminalize Breeding Some Dogs
New Hampshire House Bill 1102, which describes brachycephaly as a “birth deformity that causes suffering” and would CRIMINALIZE the sale and breeding of brachycephalic dogs and any dog that could be claimed to have a birth deformity, is scheduled to be considered by the House Environment and Agriculture Committee on Tuesday, January 16, 2024, at […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/unite-radical-new-hampshire-bill-criminalize-breeding-dogs/
| January 4, 2024
Press Releases
AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB’S PACK EXPANDS IN 2024
The American Kennel Club (AKC®), the world’s largest purebred dog registry and leading advocate for dogs, is excited to announce that the Lancashire Heeler has received full recognition and is the AKC’s 201st breed. The Lancashire Heeler is eligible to compete in the Herding Group. “We are excited to welcome the Lancashire Heeler to the […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/american-kennel-clubs-pack-expands-2024/
| January 3, 2024
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Resources for Clubs
AKC Public Education offers brochures and other resources that contain a wealth of information for current and prospective dog owners. [accordion] [accordion_panel title="PEC Kits"] AKC Public Education provides the following resources in a kit that can be ordered for your next event. The following resources are included: Welcome to the American Kennel Club (Brochure) Jr […]
https://www.akc.org/public-education/resources-for-clubs/
| July 13, 2018
Legislative Alerts
New Texas Breeder Law Goes Into Effect January 1
December 28, 2023 Beginning January 1, 2024, those that breed between 5 and 11 intact females must comply with the new law regulating breeders. The law (SB 876 signed by Governor Abbot in May of this year) will require anyone that both owns 5 or more intact females and is engaged in the business of […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/new-texas-breeder-law-goes-effect-january-1/
| December 28, 2023
Legislative Alerts
NH: Hearing on January 4 – Oppose Restrictions on Certain Breeders, Pet Sales
December 28, 2023 On Thursday, January 4, 2024, the New Hampshire (NH) Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee will hear public testimony on SB 541, which will restrict newly defined “retail pet stores,” including anyone with a physical facility who transfers more than 30 dogs per year at retail. Residents and New Hampshire breeders are […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/nh-hearing-january-4-oppose-restrictions-certain-breeders-pet-sales/
| December 28, 2023
![Ch. Chumulari Ying-Ying, First Best In Show Shih Tzu; c. 1969.](https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn-origin-etr.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/27115725/ShihTzu_BreedStandards_0011-400x267.jpg)
Expert Advice: Breed History
Shih Tzu History: How the Royal Tibetan Dog Was Saved From Extinction
Although its precise origins are unknown, the Shih Tzu is undoubtedly descended from lion-like Tibetan holy dogs and have existed for centuries.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/shih-tzu-history-royal-tibetan-dog-saved-extinction/
| March 23, 2022
Press Releases
THE AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB CONGRATULATES EIGHT CLUBS IN RECEIVING THE AKC EDDY AWARD FOR BREEDER EDUCATION
The American Kennel Club (AKC®), a not-for-profit organization, the world’s largest purebred dog registry and leading advocate for dogs, is excited to announce the recipients of the 2023 AKC Eddy Award. The AKC Eddy Award is designed to encourage and reward Parent Clubs that demonstrate a breeder education effort (website, workshop, mentoring, or the like) […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/american-kennel-club-congratulates-eight-clubs-receiving-akc-eddy-award-breeder-education/
| December 19, 2023
Clubs & Delegates
What’s New in GR December 2023
As we close in on the end of the year, the American Kennel Club Government Relations Department (AKC GR) extends our sincerest thanks for all the hard work you demonstrated this past year to protect the dogs we all love so much. We could not do what we do without you showing up at hearings, […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/whats-new-gr-december-2023/
| December 8, 2023