The Breeder Toolkit is a new records management tool that updates the functionality of Your Manage Dogs, and Litters and Breeding Records that is accessible through your MyAKC account and introduces new streamlined functions.  The tools you need to manage your Dogs and Litters are congregated in one place for easy management, as well as access to related features such […]

While home from the shows this summer, in-between catching up on paperwork and purging projects, I found myself attending webinars and other learning opportunities online. AKC CHF sponsored continuing education presentations on VetVine offer a variety of topics at different technical levels. Revival Animal Health has a large library of papers and recorded webinars on breeding and other topics. I encourage enquiring […]

The Burke County Animal Advisory Board has scheduled another a public hearing for Wednesday, September 30, 2020, to further discuss proposed county breeder permits, tethering regulations and, according to the notice, “possibly an unaltered impounded animal fine”. Local breeders, sportsmen, and dog owners are strongly encouraged to attend the hearing and continue to express your […]

Dr. Renee Lara is that rare gem – a veterinarian who understands dog breeders. And that’s because she is one herself. Owning her own veterinary clinic in Bryan, Texas, since 1990, where she offers a full array of reproductive services, Lara is Platinum Breeder of Merit with her Ehrenvogel German Shorthaired Pointers. She purchased her […]

Does your puppy refuse to go on walks? Here's how to leash-train your puppy and get them interested in walking.

Preparing to welcome a French Bulldog puppy into your home for the first time? Plan on making time for puppy-proofing, training, playtime, and other key activities. We turned to Sharon Dykes, who is an AKC Breeder of Merit with 25 years of experience, an AKC judge, and a board member of the French Bulldog Club […]

The Berger Picard hit the big screen in "Because of Winn-Dixie" but this French herding dog's history goes back way further.

The Texas Sunset Advisory Commission is still accepting comments on its June staff report recommendation that the state’s Licensed Breeder Program should be eliminated due to fundamental flaws with the law that created it, the program’s ineffectiveness, and significant operational costs. The Commission was originally scheduled to consider the recommendation at an August hearing, but […]

UPDATE: Entries for AKC Virtual Top Dog Challenge III are now closed. Stay tuned for the results! Visit clippero.com/AmericanKennelClub to follow along with judging. Are you missing the fun, camaraderie, and competition of conformation dog shows? Maybe you always wanted to try showing your dog but weren't sure where to start? In these times of […]

AKC Virtual Top Dog Challenge Official Rules All federal, state, local and municipal laws and regulations will apply. Void where prohibited. By participating, entrants agree to abide by and be bound by these Official Rules. Internet access, video camera and email address required. 1. Eligibility: Individuals over eighteen (18) years of age who exhibit a […]