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The Loveable Bulldog Hits Highest Spot Ever, While Labrador Retriever Remains Number One
New York, NY - The Labrador Retriever has done it again. The American Kennel Club (AKC®) announced today that the intelligent, family friendly breed holds tight to the number one spot on the most popular list for the 24th consecutive year, continuing the longest reign as the nation’s top dog in AKC history. While the […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/most-popular-breeds-2014/
| February 26, 2015
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Digital Collections
The AKC is committed to preserving valuable rare collections. To that end, several collections have been digitized for preservation and remote access. Constitution Dog Show Rules Meeting Minutes Show, Obedience, and Field Trial Statistics Dog Registration Statistics Photographs Constitution: 1884-Present Amendments to the AKC Constitution are captured in each of the following links. Amendments are […]
https://www.akc.org/about/archive/digital-collections/
| December 19, 2014
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Breed Spotlight: The Charming Dandie Dinmont Terrier
AKC Gazette breed column: Survival of this rare terrier breed depends on getting the word out to potential owners about the Dandie's charm and personality. Everyone smiles when they see a Dandie Dinmont Terrier. They can’t help it. Whether on show grounds, sidewalks, or parks, the smiles are always there. The general public will ask, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/breed-spotlight-the-dandie-dinmont-terrier/
| December 18, 2014
Expert Advice: Events
Celebrate our Four-Legged Veterans
Dogs have served with U.S. soldiers for over 100 years but weren’t officially inducted into the U.S. army until 1942. Many breeds have served in the United States Military as well as in the search and rescue efforts following the tragic events of 9/11. Purebred dogs are frequently employed due to their predictability surrounding intelligence, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/celebrate-our-four-legged-veterans/
| November 19, 2013
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Breed of the Week: German Shepherd Dogs!
Just in time for the German Shepherd Club of America's 100th year, we are featuring as our Breed of the Week, the German Shepherd Dog! We love these wonderful dogs and hope you’ll share your love for them with us–your stories, images, videos, etc.! Congrats to the German Shepherd Club of America for reaching a milestone of […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/breed-of-the-week-german-shepherd-dogs/
| October 17, 2013
Press Releases
From Yorkies to Shih Tzus, the American Kennel Club Uncovers What the Top Dogs of the Metro NYC Area
According to the American Kennel Club (AKC®) the type of dog you own says a lot about your personality. “Dog owners tend to identify with pets who have similar personality traits, habits and physical activities as themselves,” said AKC Meet the Breeds Spokesperson Gina DiNardo. Since people gravitate towards dogs that match their […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/from-yorkies-to-shih-tzus-the-american-kennel-club-uncovers-what-the-t/
| September 25, 2012
Chairman's Reports
October 2008 Chairman’s Report
-- Parent Club Breed Flier Valuable Tool to Recruit New Members -- The American Kennel Club recognizes the need for parent clubs to build a strong foundation of members in order to secure their breed's future in this country. Membership rosters should be a diverse list of knowledgeable responsible breeders, breed health enthusiasts, dedicated rescue […]
https://www.akc.org/chairmans-reports/2008-10/
| October 13, 2008
Press Releases
Underdog Prompts AKC to Remind Potential Dog Owners to Research the Right Breed for Their Lifestyle
Taking the Time to Pick the Right Breed Makes You The Real Hero With the release of the action adventure movie Underdog, the American Kennel Club® reminds moviegoers about the importance of making careful, educated decisions when considering adding a dog to their home. Distributed by (c) Disney Enterprises, Inc., Underdog is a live re-make […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/underdog-prompts-akc-to-remind-potential-dog-owners-to-research-the-ri/
| August 6, 2007
Press Releases
Top Dogs Appear at Top of the Rock
The American Kennel Club® announced today that the Yorkshire Terrier, fondly called the “Yorkie” by millions of enthusiasts, has overtaken the beloved Golden Retriever and the iconic German Shepherd to become the second most popular purebred dog in America according to AKC® registration figures. The Labrador Retriever is the most popular purebred dog in the […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/top-dogs-appear-at-top-of-the-rock/
| January 15, 2007
Press Releases
Labrador Retriever Leads the Pack According to AKC’s 2005 Registration Statistics
-- Tiny Terrier Poised to Overtake the Great Golden Retriever as Second Most Popular Dog in U.S.-- New York, NY — For the 15th consecutive year, the Labrador Retriever is the most popular purebred dog in America, according to AKC® registration figures released today. The Golden Retriever held onto the number two spot and the […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/labrador-retriever-leads-the-pack-according-to-akcs-2005-registration/
| January 11, 2006