AKV 1.0 c.1800-1985 1920-1965 [bulk] 1.5 linear ft (in 3 boxes) Processed by Norma Rosado-Blake; Additions, edits, and conversion of legacy inventories by Brynn White Click here to the view complete inventory and/or to search all AKC archival collections   Biographical Note Dog show judge, author and bibliophile John T. Marvin (1906-1988) was one of […]

The Spotlight shines on a special All American Dog – Aspen, who is deaf and an amazing agility competitor. Aspen runs on the AKC Agility League team Living the Dream based at Dream Acres Agility in Wisconsin. She helped her team win the Season 6 Regulation Sophomore Division Championship with her speed and accuracy. Her […]

Awards   The American Kennel Club Awards were first awarded in 1999 to honor our Fancy's best. The purpose of the awards is to celebrate those individuals whose many years of dedication have led to significant contributions to our sport on a national level. Nominees Recipients

The AKC works with non-AKC service and sports organizations to recognize the titles that AKC-registered dogs earn in their programs. This includes the AKC Therapy Dog program and the AKC Search & Rescue program. AKC also recognizes titles of the Barn Hunt Association (BHA); North American Diving Dogs (NADD); the North American Flyball Association (NAFA); […]

AKC Education consists of AKC Canine College, AKC Public Education, AKC Education Webinars, and the Library and Archives. Each area plays an important role in achieving the mission and vision of AKC Education and in supporting the mission of American Kennel Club.   AKC Canine College is dedicated to creating quality online courses for judges, […]

[video width="1280" height="720" mp4="https://www.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/a_juniors_adventure__cristiana_crespo_video-720p.mp4" autoplay="true"][/video] The AKC Patch Program aims to introduce a new generation of young people to purebred dogs and dog sports through a fun, interactive program held at dog shows and events. The AKC Patch Program is open to Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, and all youth ages 3-18 who attend the event. […]

The following are the group designations that the current FSS breeds have been assigned. There are currently 88 breeds in the FSS program.  (Revised 9/1/26) Sporting Group - 17 breeds Blue Picardy Spaniel Braque du Bourbonnais Braque Francais Pyrenean Braque St. Germain Deutscher Wachtelhund Drentsche Patrijshond French Spaniel German Longhaired Pointer Large Munsterlander Old Danish […]

The AKC Puppy Pack tells the story of our puppies’ lives through engaging, educational and of course cute photos and videos on Instagram. This program covers the first year of 7 puppies’ lives as they attend veterinarian visits, participate in training, sports & events, and the day-to-day trials, tribulations and joys of raising a puppy. […]

We have some big news to report about All-Americans succeeding at earning the top titles and honors in Agility, Coursing Ability, Fast CAT, Rally, Obedience, Scent Work, Tracking, and Trick Dog. Many dogs are also having success in AKC’s Virtual Titling programs! Agility Congratulations to this dog on earning the Agility Grand Champion title: AGCH […]

The AKC works with non-AKC service and sports organizations to recognize the titles that AKC-registered dogs earn in their programs. This includes the AKC Therapy Dog program and the AKC Search & Rescue program. AKC also recognizes titles of the Barn Hunt Association (BHA); North American Diving Dogs (NADD); the North American Flyball Association (NAFA); […]

AKC Dog Adventures Kids Camp is a five-part series of lessons that teaches youth ages 9-12 about the history of dogs, purebred dogs, AKC sports, careers with dogs, and more. The lessons include interactive lessons, group activities, crafts, and STEM-based projects that help kids engage with canine topics in meaningful ways. Campers will gain a […]

Benefits of Joining Enrolling in the AKC Canine Partners℠ program makes the most of life with your dog. Once you've taken the step of enrolling, all kinds of fun dog activities become available. AKC Canine Partners Programs℠ Official Certificate An official certificate from the American Kennel Club honoring your dog. Eligibility to participate in Agility, […]

Mission Statement The American Kennel Club (AKC) Archives aims to collect, appraise, preserve and make available the records that describe the dedication of the organization and its Member Clubs and Parent Clubs to the sport of purebred dogs. Objectives The AKC Archives supports the mission statement by: Soliciting AKC Member Club and Parent Club records […]

The AKC Lifetime Achievement Awards were created to recognize those individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the sport of purebred dogs on a national level. The recipients were selected by votes cast by AKC Member Clubs for nominees in each of the following categories: Conformation, Companion Events and Performance. The American Kennel Club honors […]

The AKC works with non-AKC service and sports organizations to recognize the titles that AKC-registered dogs earn in their programs. This includes the AKC Therapy Dog program and the AKC Search & Rescue program. AKC also recognizes titles of the Barn Hunt Association (BHA); North American Diving Dogs (NADD); the North American Flyball Association (NAFA); […]

Meet Sophie Penson – Trick Trainer Extraordinaire! At age 17, Sophie has achieved more than many dog trainers do in a lifetime. She is already a celebrated trick dog trainer and has achieved many firsts in the field.  Name: Sophie Penson Age: 17 Hometown: Marietta, GA Grade: 11th Family: Parents, Nicole and Jimmy AKC: How old is Ducky and how did she come into […]

What is Scent Work? AKC Scent Work is a sport that mimics the task of working detection dogs to locate a scent and communicate to the handler that the scent has been found. Real-life detection dogs are trained to search for a variety of things--drugs, explosives, human remains, currency, other contraband, living humans (such as […]

My name is Maximillian Thompson. I’m currently seventeen years old and am from northeastern Minnesota. I started training for Rally, Agility, and Junior Showmanship back in late 2014, when I got my first dog, an energetic field Golden Retriever named Stella. She was one and a half at the time. Her family had given her […]

The process for becoming a judge begins by attending a Lure Coursing seminar taught by an AKC field representative. At the seminar, a Judges Application form will be handed out. It is the responsibility of the applicant to fill out the form as eligibility requirements are completed. Once all requirements have been met, the application […]

My name is Mason Givens and I am a recipient of the AKC Scholarship.  I am thankful for the American Kennel Club and their Junior Scholarship program for such great opportunities. Currently, I am a senior at Franklinton High School, with a 4.0 GPA. I have enjoyed playing football, power lifting and competing in track […]

This program was formulated due to the overwhelming success of the Retriever Hunting Test program. In 1986 Director of Field Trials and Hunting Tests, A. Hamilton (Ham) Rowan, Manager of Performance Events, John Carroll, and AKC Field Representative, Bob Bartel developed the plans for the fledgling Pointing Breed Hunting Test program. The regulations were approved […]

Responsible dog ownership includes training your dog to be a well-mannered and happy companion. Obedience training is the foundation for all the fun activities and performance sports available to you and your dog. The American Kennel Club Virtual Obedience Test program provides an opportunity for exhibitors to train their dogs, evaluate their skill and teamwork, […]

The spotlight shines on a unique team of all veteran dogs that hail from Anchorage, Alaska. Relics in Action competes in the Limited Senior division. Seven senior dogs, ranging in age from 10 ½ to nearly 13, comprise the team that runs at Alyeska Canine Trainers, along with six other League teams! Captain Sherri Spangler […]

The Portuguese Sheepdog is exceptionally intelligent and lively. Very devoted to the shepherd and his herd, he can be somewhat wary of strangers and vigilant at night. Today, he is also an excellent companion, sporting and guard dog. He is known for his skillful ability to keep livestock in pastures and also for searching out […]

We were saddened to learn that Patches, one of the first dogs in the AKC Canine Partners program, passed away at nearly 16 years of age on Saturday, Sept. 19. Patches was formally known as He’s a Patchwork Puppy CD BN GN RAE OAP OJP OFP. He and his owner, Sheila Dempsey of Jane Lew, […]

Badger is a mixed-breed rescue dog who lives with his owner in Australia. He has learned dozens of cute tricks through positive reinforcement training and aspires to be named Australia's most talented pup! In America, mixed-breed dogs can compete in AKC sports and programs through the AKC Canine Partners program.

DMT's Christmas In Dixie FDC CAX12 FCAT50 RATN DN CGCA CGCU TKP ATT FITG FTI owned by Danny Terry of Wetumpka, AL 2024 came to a bittersweet end for Danny Terry and his All American Dog, Holly, as she ran her final CATs and Fast CATs. She is retiring after a 7+ year career and […]

Ruby was a wormy, skinny puppy when Judy Finley of Edina, MN, adopted her from the local shelter. Once she got her health back, Ruby had a lot of energy so Judy thought she better channel it productively and took her to agility class. Ruby loved the sport and is now an AKC Agility champion […]

“A dream does not become reality through magic; it takes sweat, determination and hard work.” -- Colin Powell There are many reasons to put in the time and resources necessary to earn recognition of your dog’s abilities: You might do it to show off their superior abilities; or you might do it for the personal satisfaction that […]

Dogs quickly make their way into our hearts as our best friends, sports partners, and, sometimes, our greatest support system. At least that’s what Jennifer Lee found in Little Boo. Boo is 5.5-year-old, 12-pound Norwich Terrier who spends just as much time at home on an Agility course as he is on the living-room sofa. […]