I have two AKC dogs, a Sheltie named Tui and a Eurohound (English Pointer/German Shorthair Pointer/Alaskan Husky) named Nessie. I love agility, and I know my dogs love it as much as I do! Where I live, there are four distinct seasons; rainy Spring, hot Summer, blustery Fall, and snowy Winter; because of this, I […]

After nearly two full days of competition between more than 100 dogs, one Golden Retriever came out on top: Baker. Registered name OTCH12 High Times Shake 'N Bake UDX8 OGM SH earned a score of 517/520 and was handled by owner Kori Bevis of Cannon Falls, Minnesota. On Saturday, July 9, each dog competed in eight […]

Learn the best time to socialize your puppy, how to do it right, and why it's important from AKC's dog training experts.

The American Kennel Club has officially recognized over 200 breeds. Take a look at these AKC breed recognition fun facts to learn more!

  The American Kennel Club (AKC®), the world’s largest purebred dog registry and leading advocate for dogs, is excited to announce that the Bracco Italiano has received full recognition and is the AKC’s 200th breed. The Bracco Italiano is eligible to compete in the Sporting Group. “We at the AKC are thrilled to welcome our […]

Through the years, many different breeds have won Best in Show at New York City’s Westminster Dog Show, including the 2022 winner Trumpet the Bloodhound.

New York, N.Y. – The American Kennel Club is pleased to announce that Jane Alston-Myers of Ocala, FL has been hired as an Executive Field Representative. Alston-Myers was initially hired as a Field Representative back in 2014. She is an approved AKC judge for the Sporting Group as well as 12 additional breeds and their […]

My name is Abbey Engler from New Palestine, IN and I am 11 years old. My adventure into AKC sports and events began when I was nine years old, and I received an early Christmas gift; a small, rescued puppy born under a dumpster in Tennessee. My dog Gracie Lou is mix of a Catahoula […]

In its endless pursuit to recognize outstanding members of the fancy, The American Kennel Club Lifetime Achievement Awards were created and first awarded in 1999 to honor our best. The purpose of the awards is to celebrate those individuals whose many years of dedication have led to significant contributions to our Sport on a national […]

The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) is pleased to announce the judging panel for the 2022 AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin to be held at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida on Saturday, December 17 and Sunday, December 18, 2022. The 2022 event will showcase the top canine athletes and will also […]