Updated Information - 9:10 AM, 8.31.04 The American Kennel Club (AKC), through its affiliate organization AKC Companion Animal Recovery (AKC/CAR), continues to work closely with The Florida Association of Kennel Clubs (FAKC), to make supplies and offer other assistance to the areas still affected by Hurricane Charley. FAKC President Diane Albers is working diligently to […]

  The American Kennel Club (AKC) has announced a collaboration with United Airlines to offer discounted fares for fanciers and their dogs traveling to AKC events. Discounts will be available to anyone traveling to or from an AKC event with a 2-night minimum stay. Depending on class of service and how far in advance of […]

In honor of AKC Responsible Dog Ownership Day on September 17, 2004, the AKC and many of its affiliated clubs have received support – in the form of proclamations and congratulatory letters -- from numerous government officials, including the governors of Alaska, North Carolina, and California. At least seven proclamations and one letter of congratulations […]

-- Dogs Find New Homes After Dangerous Hurricanes -- New York, NY – The American Kennel Club (AKC) and The Florida Association of Kennel Clubs (FAKC) coordinated with Northwest Airlines Cargo to ship twenty-five displaced dogs, left homeless after Hurricanes Charley and Frances, to rescue groups and foster homes around the country. Twenty dogs from […]

-- Governors of Alaska, North Carolina, Delaware, Pennsylvania and Tennessee all designate Responsible Dog Ownership Days--   New York, NY – In honor of AKC Responsible Dog Ownership Day on September 17, 2004, (the AKC’s 120th anniversary) the AKC and many of its affiliated clubs have received support – in the form or proclamations and […]

  Updated Information — 2:00 PM, 9.24.04 New York, NY – The American Kennel Club (AKC) and AKC Companion Animal Recovery (AKC/CAR) continue to work closely with the Florida Association of Kennel Clubs (FAKC) to assist animals affected by Hurricane Ivan. With Hurricane Jeanne expected to hit the Florida coast some time this weekend, animals […]

New York, NY – The American Kennel Club announced today that it is now accepting listings for AKC Online Breeder Classifieds (AKC OBC), a new web-based service designed to bring breeders of AKC-registrable puppies together with potential pet owners. A breeder of an AKC-registered litter in good standing with the AKC may place a listing […]

New York, NY — As the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) gears up for "Fire Safety Week" October 3-9, the American Kennel Club reminds dog owners to consider their canine companions when it comes to fire safety. "Many animal lovers consider their pets to be members of the family," said AKC spokesperson Gail Miller. "In […]

  AKC Relief Efforts Continue in the Southeast after Rash of Hurricanes    New York, NY – The American Kennel Club (AKC) applauds the efforts of Diane Albers and the Florida Association of Kennel Clubs (FAKC) for arranging the transfer of more than 100 dogs – homeless as a result of the hurricanes – to […]

  New York, NY — President and Chief Executive Officer, Dennis B. Sprung, announced today a number of executive promotions, as well as the hiring of a new manager in the Public Relations department. In his statement Sprung said, " I am proud of these employees for their outstanding performance and for the fact that […]