THE AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB
The American Kennel Club was founded in 1884. It operates the world’s largest
registry of purebred dogs and is the nation’s leading not-for-profit organization devoted to the study,
breeding, exhibiting, and advancement of purebred dogs. In 2005, the AKC sanctioned and regulated 18,542
competitive dog events. The AKC approves, sanctions, and regulates the events of its 584 member clubs.
In addition, approximately 4,050 licensed and sanctioned clubs hold events under AKC Rules and Regulations.
The AKC advocates canine good health and responsible ownership, and is a leader in the international canine community. It serves the “fancy”—the dedicated breeders, exhibitors, judges, handlers, Delegates, dog owners, and other enthusiasts who make the sport of dogs a cherished institution.
As a “club of clubs,” the AKC has no individual members. Each member club may be represented by one voting Delegate at quarterly meetings. Club policy is set by a 13-member Board of Directors, elected by the Delegate Body, with the President/Chief Executive Officer serving as an ex officio Board member. The Board meets eight times a year.
The AKC provides financial and administrative support to the American Kennel Club Canine Health Foundation, which underwrites scientific research to safeguard and advance the health of purebred dogs. The American Kennel Club Museum of the Dog, also supported by the AKC, promotes knowledge and appreciation of purebred dogs through its famous collection of canine art and artifacts. The American Kennel Club Companion Animal Recovery Corporation, an affiliate organization of the AKC, is dedicated to reuniting owners and lost pets.
The AKC is managed by a staff directed by the President/Chief Executive Officer. AKC Operations, in Raleigh, North Carolina, is under the direct supervision of the Chief Operating Officer.
The AKC advocates canine good health and responsible ownership, and is a leader in the international canine community. It serves the “fancy”—the dedicated breeders, exhibitors, judges, handlers, Delegates, dog owners, and other enthusiasts who make the sport of dogs a cherished institution.
As a “club of clubs,” the AKC has no individual members. Each member club may be represented by one voting Delegate at quarterly meetings. Club policy is set by a 13-member Board of Directors, elected by the Delegate Body, with the President/Chief Executive Officer serving as an ex officio Board member. The Board meets eight times a year.
The AKC provides financial and administrative support to the American Kennel Club Canine Health Foundation, which underwrites scientific research to safeguard and advance the health of purebred dogs. The American Kennel Club Museum of the Dog, also supported by the AKC, promotes knowledge and appreciation of purebred dogs through its famous collection of canine art and artifacts. The American Kennel Club Companion Animal Recovery Corporation, an affiliate organization of the AKC, is dedicated to reuniting owners and lost pets.
The AKC is managed by a staff directed by the President/Chief Executive Officer. AKC Operations, in Raleigh, North Carolina, is under the direct supervision of the Chief Operating Officer.