Yesterday, the Colorado House of Representatives passed a bill regulating the sale and transfer of dogs on public property.  The bill contains amendments requested by the Colorado Federation of Dog Clubs (CFDC) to ensure no unintended consequences for those competing in events. The bill as amended now goes to the Senate for further consideration. Summary: […]

A West Virginia House subcommittee has advanced two pieces of legislation regarding the care of dogs.  The first would provide increased protections for the welfare of domestic animals in the care of animal shelters and private individuals.  The second would specify minimum levels of care to be provided by commercial dog breeders and consumer protection […]

The original Norwegian Elkhound history involves a cross-country journey to full recognition from the American Kennel Club.

Whippets are playful, affectionate dogs suited for a variety of households. These medium-sized dogs don't require much exercise and seldom bark.

In this section you will find information related to Delegate Committee Meeting Minutes. December 2024 — Delegate Committee Meeting Minutes All-Breed Clubs Committee Bylaws Committee Canine Health Committee Companion Events Committee Delegate Advocacy and Advancement Committee Dog Show Rules Committee Field Trial and Hunting Test Events Committee Herding, Earthdog, Coursing and Scent Work Events Committee […]

[accordion] [accordion_panel title="All-Breed Clubs Committee"] Report of the Delegate All-Breed Clubs Committee Best Practices Subcommittee March 2015 AKC Government Relations Update for Delegate All-Breed Clubs Committee June 2021 Delegate Subcommittee Report for Show Cancellations September 2024 Be Prepared and Plan Ahead for Your Pets December 2024 All-Breed Clubs Committee Recommended Best Practices: Club Finances March […]

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 […]

We love all dogs, but it's a fact that specific breeds are naturally better at performing certain functions than others. Some purpose-bred dogs have innate skills as hunting companions; others assist in the herding of livestock; and others serve as guardians of people and property. When you and your dog participate in a performance sport, […]

The AKC Raccoon Hound Events Program consists of Nite Hunts, Hunt Tests, Field Trials, Water Races and Bench Shows.  Nite Hunts are the most popular of the events and are one of the only competitive sports where dogs hunt in natural areas where native game must be trailed and tracked and has not been planted. […]

Roxane Dutson is the first Patriotic Puppy Programs' Participant of the Month!   Roxane has been active in the Patriotic Puppy Program since its inception in February 2019.  With 20+ years of experience breeding and training dogs, Roxane got started with the AKC Hunt Test, and has expanded to obedience, hunt training, and now detection […]