Through the 1920s and early '30s, a debate raged among Russian Wolfhound fanciers: Keep the breed name, or change it to "Borzoi"? Louis Murr, Gazette breed columnist and leading "Wolfhound" advocate, insisted that "any sane breeder can see why the name Russian wolfhound should be retained." In his November 1928 column, Murr invited fellow fancier […]

Dogs played four games as part of the AKC Disc Dog Challenge, presented by The Farmer's Dog, to find out the top disc talent.

"Porsche" the Labrador Retriever has a very serious job as a Search and Rescue Dog. But she doesn't stop at saving lives - she's a talented Disc Dog too.

Gengar is a pro at catching disc, and he is his owner-handler Amanda Burkhart recently competed in the 2023 AKC Disc Dog Challenge in Rock Hill, SC.

Show Secretaries – Full Service or Onsite Show Secretaries have serviced clubs since dog shows began, often a member of a club with the skills and knowledge to manage the event. Show Secretaries may manage an entire event from the publishing of the premium list to submitting the close out report to the AKC, this […]

The American Kennel Club (AKC®), a not-for-profit organization, the world’s largest purebred dog registry and leading advocate for dogs, is pleased to announce the recipients of the Junior Scholarships awarded to those who compete in Performance Events.  Scholarships totaling $10,000 were awarded to the following recipients. “These Juniors have shown excellent dedication to their education […]

Can dogs eat marshmallows? Here's why you should avoid giving your dog these sugary treats and opt for something healthier.

Here you can access a list of AKC Government Relations resources available to help you be effective advocates for responsible dog ownership and breeding! Be sure to check back often, as we are continuously adding new items.  If you have any questions about these materials, or are dealing with a canine legislation issue, please contact […]

To view the economic impact of AKC Events in a particular state, please click on that state. 2023 AKC Impact by State Full Report  2023 AKC Impact by State Cover Letter/Overview The Economic Benefits of AKC Dog Events  The Economic Benefits of a National Specialty Dog Show Alabama Alaska Arizona Arkansas California Colorado Connecticut Delaware […]

You no doubt you have a plan for recovering your lost dog. But what to do if you find someone else's dog? How can you help reunite them with their families?