AKC CANINE LEGISLATION SUPPORT FUND AND PAC TWO WAYS TO PROTECT YOUR RIGHTS The AKC Government Relations team is working hard to protect the rights of dog owners, breeders, and fanciers throughout the country, but we need your help! Why are there two funds, what's the difference? CLSF and PAC Comparison Club Options for Political […]

READ THE CURRENT ISSUE As the official journal of the sport of purebred dogs, the monthly AKC Gazette hasn’t missed an issue since 1889. For those with an abiding interest in exhibiting dogs as a sport, hobby, or profession, the digital Gazette is the AKC’s premium resource—written for, and mostly by, the American dog fancy. […]

2024 AKC Photo Contest OFFICIAL RULES NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN.  MANY WILL ENTER, FEW WILL WIN.  A PURCHASE OR PAYMENT OF ANY KIND WILL NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING.  INTERNET ACCESS AND EMAIL ADDRESS REQUIRED. ALL FEDERAL, STATE, LOCAL AND MUNICIPAL LAWS AND REGULATIONS WILL APPLY. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED. Eligibility: The […]

Get Family Dog Magazine AKC Family Dog is a magazine unlike any other—written for dog people, by dog people. Now in an exclusively online format, we’re with you and your dog wherever you go. With stunning photography and compelling narratives, our multiple award–winning articles capture the infinite ways dogs enrich our lives—and what we can […]

'Tis the season for giving (and going to) lots of holiday parties and dinners. Whether you're the host or the guest, these are the kinds of gifts that every dog lover will appreciate. Stock up, so you're ready for that last-minute invitation and for your own holiday celebrations. Wine Glasses Some guests bring the wine, […]

Are you the proud owner of puppies born in the USA? Register your litter using this application if the puppies were born to an AKC-registered dam that was mated to an AKC-registered sire of the same dog breed. You must register a litter before attempting to register individual puppies from that litter. Registration options vary […]

The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) is pleased to announce the winners of the 2012 Kids’ Corner Art Contest from the second round of judging. This year’s art contest theme was responsible dog ownership.   The winners included: Kindergarten-2nd Grade: Cindy of Little Fish Art Studio for her piece titled “My puppy Angel,” drawn with colored […]

Traditional Media Ways to Increase the Chance of Coverage for Your National Specialty Encouraging local media to cover your National Specialty is a great way to promote your breed and educate potential owners about the type of lifestyle that is suitable for your breed. Aside from inviting the local news station or newspaper reporters to […]

Increase press coverage throughout the year by creating stand-alone special events to raise awareness of your club. Having events or continuing activities outside the club’s annual dog show demonstrates your club’s value to the community. To generate as much media interest as possible for your club, host a media-worthy special attraction, such as an action-packed […]

Saint Michael, the German Shepherd Dog in this video, was purchased by the Newtown Police Department with the support of the Trap Falls Kennel Club and the AKC community. From a previous survey, we learned that many AKC clubs are looking for a way to get more involved with their police department and their K-9 […]