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 […]

Find out what dogs really think about Halloween and learn how to keep your pet safe around costumes, trick-or-treaters, candy, and decorations.

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 […]

Does your dog have a double coat? Learn how double coats work, why they matter, and how to groom double-coated breeds throughout the year.

  [accordion] [accordion_panel title="In the Zone - August 2026"] AKC Agility League Spotlight: Basset Hounds Show Their Breed Can Do It All Meet the Teams: Young at Heart AKC Agility League Fall Season Enrollment is Open [/accordion_panel] [accordion] [accordion_panel title="In the Zone - July 2026"] Wall Jump Soon to Be Allowed in Lower Levels Welcome […]

[accordion] [accordion] [accordion_panel title="2026"] Below you will find recording links and resources for webinars that aired in 2026. Once you click the recording link, you will be asked to enter your name and email address in order to access the recording. Webinar Topic Recording Link Review & FAQ’s on Conformation Judging Procedures, Policies & Guidelines […]

Based on American Kennel Club registration statistics, we rank the most popular dog breeds in America each year. The French Bulldog takes the No. 1 spot!

The American Kennel Club has released registration statistics for 2025. Who will be crowned the most popular breed?

Click below to see titles and abbreviations for: Prefix Titles Suffix Titles Parent Club Titles Working Dog Titles Other Recognized Titles Other Title Lists: Titles Sorted by Sport Titles Sorted in Alphabetic Order   Prefix Titles Title Title Name AFC An Amateur Field Trial Champion title can be earned in either Beagle Field Trials, Pointing […]

Love the look of wolves? Explore 10 dog breeds with wolf-like features and find out what makes each breed unique.