Telephone Directory
Unless otherwise noted below, you can contact any of these departments by e-mail using our contact form.
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AKC Magazines Editorial phone: (212) 696-8295 fax: (212) 696-8239 This is the number to call for everything having to do with the AKC's magazines, AKC Gazette and AKC Family Dog, Except subscriptions and advertising. (See Following) Advertising phone: (212) 696-8260 fax: (212) 696-8217 For information and rates to advertise in the AKC Gazette, Events Calendar, AKC Family Dog or AKC New Puppy Handbook, call this number. Subscriptions To order, just click on the appropriate title. For subscription questions, problems or address changes, just call or e-mail. AKC Gazette & Events Calendar phone: (800) 533-7323 e-mail: agzt@kable.com (subscriptions only-other questions, use form link above) AKC Family Dog phone: (800) 490-5675 e-mail: fldg@kable.com (subscriptions only-other questions, use form link above) AKC Awards phone: (800) 533-8069 e-mail: aaws@kable.com |
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Books
and Videos phone: (919) 233-9767 This is the number to call to order "The Complete Dog Book," "AKC Dog Care and Training" and AKC videos. |
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Canine Health Foundation Phone: 888.682.9696 Fax: 919.334.4011 Founded in 1995 by the American Kennel Club, the AKC Canine Health Foundation is the largest nonprofit worldwide to fund health research exclusively for canines. We work to raise the awareness and funds necessary to support non-invasive, innovative health research that helps dogs and their owners live longer and stronger. Through the financial support of the American Kennel Club, Nestle Purina PetCare Co. and the generosity of your donations - both large and small - we have allocated more than $20 million to canine health research which will benefit all dogs. For more information visit our website at www.akcchf.org. Donations can be made by phone, mail or on-line. Mailing address is: P.O. Box 900061 Raleigh, NC 27675-9061. The Foundation is a 501 (c) 3. Our federal identification number is 13-3813813 |
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Communications phone: (212) 696-8343 fax: (212) 696-8345 The AKC Communications Department works with the print and electronic media to communicate the AKC's philosophy and convictions concerning purebred dogs. In addition, Communications executes various initiatives to assist those interested in purebred dogs, and is the department to contact with press relations questions. |
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Companion
Animal Recovery phone: (800) 252-7894 fax: (919) 233-1290 Providing a worldwide network of pet identification and recovery. Enroll your microchipped or tattooed pets today! Please note that calls cannot be transferred to other AKC departments. For more info on CAR, please visit their website. |
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Companion
Events Tommi Powell, Administrative Assistant (919) 816-3557 Agility Regulations phone: (919) 816-3725, (919) 816-3559 Jump Height Cards: (919) 816-3821 fax: (919) 816-4204 email: agility@akc.org Obedience Regulations phone: (919) 816-3521 fax: (919) 816-4204 email: obedience@akc.org Rally Regulations phone: (919) 816-3521 fax: (919) 816-4204 email: rally@akc.org Tracking (scent work) Regulations phone: (919) 816-3521 fax: (919) 816-4204 email: tracking@akc.org Agility, Rally, Obedience and Tracking are now combined under the heading of Companion Events. Call the numbers listed above if you have questions about Agility, Rally, Obedience or Tracking. This includes regulations, judging requirements or if you are a judge needing an observation. |
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Coonhound Information Performance Events phone: 1-888-4-DOG-HUNT This is the number to call regarding processing hunt and bench show dates, bench show and hunt results and championship titles for all Coonhounds. More info on Coonhound events. |
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DNA
Operations phone: (919) 816-3508 fax: (919) 816-4255 DNA Operations uses DNA genotyping to ensure the accuracy of the Registry. This is accomplished through DNA testing during routine kennel inspections with the Compliance Audit Program, through voluntary submissions for the Parent Breed Club Progam, and through the DNA Certification Program. To read more, click here. |
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Government Relations phone: (919) 816-3720 or (919) 816-3721 fax: (919) 816-4275 Monitors and provides input for federal, state and local legislation governing responsible dog ownership. More info on Government Relations. |
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Handlers
Department phone: (919) 816-3884 fax: (919) 816-4225 The Handlers Department helps educate the public on professional handling and recognizes handlers accepted into the AKC Registered Handler Program. Contact this department to obtain a Registered Handler application or for more information about handlers. More info on the Handler's Program. |
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Human Resources Recruits new employees and coordinates their orientation, benefits and training. Take a look at employment opportunities with AKC. |
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Investigations
and Inspections:
phone: (919) 816-3629 fax: (919) 816-4245 The work of this department involves inspections of record-keeping and identification practices and investigations into registration rule violations. To read more, click here. |
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Junior
Showmanship phone: (919) 816-3776 Call this number if you have questions regarding Junior Showmanship, rules and regulations, obtaining a Junior Handler number, AKC Junior Showmanship Number. More info on Junior Showmanship. |
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Library phone: (212) 696-8245 Contact the AKC's Library for specialized research and bibliographic questions. Visiting hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. daily except Saturday, Sunday and holidays. More info on the AKC Library. |
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New
Clubs phone: (212) 696-8207 Are you forming a dog club or in the process of becoming fully accredited by the AKC? This is the number to call. |
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NY
Switchboard:
phone: (212) 696-8200 fax: (212) 696-8299 Use this number if you are uncertain what department or whom to call for non-registration related matters. |
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Public
Education:
phone: (919) 816-3712 fax: (919) 816-4275 Provides the general public and the dog fancy with programs and materials that promote responsible dog ownership and the sport of purebred dogs. More info on Public Education. Canine Good Citizen phone: (919) 816-3637 fax: (919) 816-4203 email: cgc@akc.org |
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Show
Operations:
phone: (919) 816-3579 fax (919) 816-4220 This division processes the applications for and records the results from Conformation, Obedience and Tracking events and licenses professional dog show superintendents. Comments or questions regarding the planning or processing of sanctioned and licensed Conformation Shows, Obedience Trials, Tracking Tests, Matches and Sweepstakes may be directed to eventplans@akc.org. Comments or questions regarding the processing and recording of the official results of all licensed Conformation, Obedience and Tracking events as well as confirmation of titles and issuance of certificates may be directed to Special Services |
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Veterinary
Outreach:
phone: (919) 816-3717 fax: (919) 816-3770 This department administers AKC's Outreach to the veterinary community, including practitioners, students and researchers. More info on Veterinary Outreach. |
