Before you welcome a new puppy into your home, you'll need to make sure your space is ready for them. But raising a puppy isn’t easy. Puppies require a lot of attention and care, so making a checklist of what you'll need is suggested, and picking up these basics for your new puppy is a great […]

The month of July is known as “Summer Recess” in the California Legislature. In advance of the Legislature returning to Sacramento on August 5, below are status updates for bills the American Kennel Club (AKC) continues to track this session. To see the complete list of bills you can do so by checking the AKC […]

An Indianapolis City-County Council committee has advanced a proposal to require all owners of intact dogs to register and comply with certain requirements for care and breeding.  It is expected to be considered by the full council in August. View AKC’s previous alert for more information on the proposal, or you can read it in […]

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The following breeders have met the requirements for the Breed and Levels recorded at the time of the application. The American Kennel Club is pleased to recognize these breeders for their contribution to the sport and maintaining the tenets of the Breeder of Merit program. (current as of  7/15/24, last updated 7/17/24) [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Platinum"] […]

If you and your dog are adventurous and fit, and your dog loves to run, then bikejoring might be a good fit for you. Already well-established in Europe, dog-powered mountain biking is growing in popularity in the U.S too. In its infancy, sled dog racers created bikejoring. It was an ideal way to train and […]

The purpose of the AKC National Owner Handled Series (NOHS) is to recognize and showcase the quality dogs being exhibited by owner/handlers and to provide a venue for the owner/handlers to compete against their peers. The determination of the awards in the AKC National Owner Handled Series is based solely on the quality of the […]

General 1. What is the purpose of the AKC National Owner-Handled Series? To recognize and showcase the quality dogs being exhibited by owner/handlers and to provide a venue for the owner/handlers to compete against their peers. The determination of the awards in the AKC National Owner-Handled Series is based solely on the quality of the […]

Can dogs eat mango? The fruit is full of vitamins and safe for your dog to consume as long as you keep a few things in mind.

Among Europe's oldest dogs, Norwegian Elkhounds are known for their intelligence and athleticism. Seven-year-old Nija is representing her breed at the 2024 National Obedience Championship in Wilmington, Ohio.