AKC Lure Coursing is a sport that takes the instincts of Sighthounds and puts them to the test using a mechanic, white, plastic lure on a 600-yard course.

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!

Congratulations 2023 NLCC winners! December 3, 2023Ardmore, OK   Best of Breed Winners: FC Kaatje Vlam Of Synergon SC BCAT Afghan Hound     M O'Neill/E Abresch FC Kel Simoon Ramisi 'N Sambala RN MC CA BCAT CGC Azawakh     M BISBEE DC Bisa's Bold Spirit MC LCX Basenji     T Colbert FC Oxota I Am The Storm SC ATT Borzoi     L Abordo Kd Just A […]

The 2024 NLCC - December 8th in Oak Point, TX Event Info & Premium List Here Best of Breed Winners: DC Carolina Monarch's Golden Fire SC CGC Afghan Hound D Delesandri/N Von Broembsen FC Kel Simoon Ramisi 'N Sambala RN MC CA BCAT CGC FITB Azawakh M BISBEE GCH DC Dakotah's Social Butterfly FDC MC […]

2024 AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin Orange County Convention Center Orlando, FL December 14 & 15, 2024 AKC National Championship Judge Changes: Ms. Pamela Bruce will Judge Toy Fox Terriers in place of Gina Wieser and will Judge Lancashire Heelers in place of Ms. Linda L. Robey. Mrs. Sheila DiNardo will Judge Spaniels […]

[accordion] [accordion] [accordion_panel title="2025"] Below you will find recording links and resources for webinars that aired in 2024. 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 […]

Order AKC DNA + Health Kit Activate AKC DNA Kit DNA Resource Center All AKC DNA + Health Kits include: The AKC DNA Profile of 201 markers for genetic identity and parentage verification purposes 328 genetic variants for health and traits, including coat color Results are delivered by our trusted service provider (Neogen) with the […]

Barbet Learn about Barbets [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Rescue Organizations"] Barbet Club of America Ellen Rich, (248) 978-2715, eredavi@aol.com [/accordion_panel] [/accordion] Basenji Learn about Basenjis [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Rescue Organizations"] Basenji Club of America Joe Carlson, 954-815-2143, ernursero@aol.com Basenji Rescue & Transport, Inc. [/accordion_panel] [/accordion] Basset Hound Learn about Basset Hounds [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Rescue Organizations"] Basset Hound Club of America, […]

The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) is pleased to announce the judging panel for the AKC Royal Canin National All-Breed Puppy and Junior Stakes to be held at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida in conjunction with the AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin. The AKC Royal Canin National All-Breed Puppy and Junior […]

The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) is pleased to announce the judging panel for the 25th AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin to be held at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida on Saturday, December 13 and Sunday, December 14, 2025. The 2025 event will showcase the top canine athletes and will also […]