(updated 5/7/25 ) 4/7/2025 The American Teddy Roosevelt Terrier Club is the official parent club for the Teddy Roosevelt Terrier and to accept the Teddy Roosevelt Terrier into the AKC Stud Book on December 31, 2025. The breed will be eligible to compete in the Terrier Group beginning December 31, 2025. 2/7/2025 The Basset Fauve […]

The AKC Outstanding Sportsmanship Award Program was established in 2006 to provide each AKC Member Club with an embossed AKC medallion to award on a yearly basis as an ongoing effort to celebrate its volunteer club members. This award honors those individuals who deserve special recognition that have made a difference in the Sport of […]

AKC Group Standards Download AKC approved breed standards by complete group for use on any portable electronic device. Sporting Hound Working Terrier Toy Non-Sporting Herding Misc. Judges Study Guide No single written guide is ever comprehensive enough to be the only learning tool utilized in preparation for judging a new breed. We urge you to […]

Test for what is recommended for your breed. Order AKC DNA + Health Kit The AKC DNA Program recommends that breeders perform DNA tests that are relevant to their breed. The AKC DNA + Health Kit includes over 328 markers for health and traits, and every dog receives results for all tests. However, not all […]

To view other Pee Wee photos click here. If you have a Pee Wee photo you would like to share, please send to: juniors@akc.org [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Procedures and Guidelines"] A Club must submit a Special Attractions Form to conduct the Pee Wee Class Special Attraction. The request must be approved by the Event Operations department. The […]

SUMMARY Proposed changes to Greenville County, South Carolina’s Animals and Fowl ordinance are currently under consideration by the Greenville County Council.  Among its many changes, the proposal appears to require all “pet breeders”, including fanciers and enthusiasts who breed purebred dogs as a hobby, to register as a business and implement significant changes to their […]

The American Kennel Club (AKC®) is excited to announce that the AKC Diving Dogs Premier Cup Presented by Cosequin® will air on ESPN2. The competition will premiere on Sunday, May 4th at 8pm ET. This year’s AKC Diving Dogs Premier Cup, held in collaboration with North America Diving Dogs, took place on April 5, 2025, […]

Loyal, courageous, and always up for a good game, Boxers never shy away from showing off their silly side. Learn more about Boxer history.

When you bring home a small breed puppy, it's important to begin socializing that puppy early on to set them up for success throughout their life.

Canine brucellosis is a contagious bacterial infection that can cause reproductive failure in dogs. The most common site of infection is the dog's reproductive tract. However, the bacteria can affect other organs and cause illness in spayed or neutered dogs. Brucellosis is highly contagious among dogs and is a zoonotic disease that can be transmitted […]