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Regional Seminars
[accordion] [accordion_panel title="2025"] Save the Date: AKC Patriotic Puppy Program Regional Seminar, August 2-3, 2025, Waterbury, CT The AKC Patriotic Puppy Program (PPP) is headed to CT State Community College Naugatuck Valley! The next In Person Regional Seminar will take place on Saturday, August 2nd & Sunday, August 3rd in Waterbury, CT. This unique dog […]
https://www.akc.org/akc-detection-dog-task-force/akc-pilot-detection-puppy-rearing-program/regional-seminars/
| March 7, 2025
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Patriotic Puppy Program Graduates
Current | 2022 Graduates of AKC Patriotic Puppy Program Agent Local Law Enforcement Ammo Private Security Firm Anakin Private Security Firm Anders Department of Defense Anthem Local Law Enforcement Arrow Private Security Firm Arvid Department of Defense Aspen Private Security Firm Atlas Jacksonville PD (NC) Atlas Private Security Firm Audi Private Security Firm August […]
https://www.akc.org/akc-detection-dog-task-force/akc-pilot-detection-puppy-rearing-program/available-patriotic-puppy-program-graduates/
| August 9, 2023
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AKC Detection Dog Task Force Facts
Mission Statement: The American Kennel Club, the oldest and largest dog registry in the country, will provide assistance to the US Government and AKC breeders to improve the domestic supply of dogs for explosive detection training by raising the awareness of obstacles, exploring multiple solutions, educating key stake holders, and fostering collaboration for continuous improvement. […]
https://www.akc.org/akc-detection-dog-task-force/akc-detection-dog-task-force-facts/
| May 18, 2018
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FSS and Miscellaneous Breeds Broken Out By Group
The following are the group designations that the current FSS breeds have been assigned. There are currently 86 breeds in the FSS program. (Revised 2/1/25) Sporting Group - 16 breeds Blue Picardy Spaniel Braque du Bourbonnais Braque Francais Pyrenean Braque St. Germain Deutscher Wachtelhund Drentsche Patrijshond French Spaniel German Longhaired Pointer Large Munsterlander Pont-Audemer Spaniel […]
https://www.akc.org/breeder-programs/foundation-stock-service-program/fss-breeds-broken-group/
| November 17, 2017
Sports & Events
Juniors in Performance Events
Performance Events Scholarship The Performance Events Department is pleased to announce the creation of a $10,000 scholarship fund for students that are active in AKC Performance Events. New AKC Performance Scholarship Program Announced! - Jan 2020 More information regarding the program can be found here. When most people think of Juniors they […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/juniors/junior-resources/junior-handlers-in-performance-sports/
| October 26, 2017

Expert Advice: Grooming
Everything You Need to Know About Hand Stripping Dog Coats
Hand-stripping is a specialized grooming procedure for wiry-coated dogs. It involves plucking dead strands of hair to retain the coat's coarse texture.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/hand-stripping-dog-coats/
| July 15, 2025

Expert Advice: Safety
Dog Choking Prevention: Everything You Need to Know
It's no wonder choking is one of the most common canine medical emergencies. Dogs can be four-legged vacuum cleaners, hoovering up anything left lying on floors and frequently scoffing down their dinner or tasty chews in seconds flat. In This Article Common Causes Reduce Choking Risk Signs Your Dog is Choking What to Do While […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/dog-choking/
| March 29, 2022

Expert Advice: Juniors
Meet Junior Handler Quinn Duncan
First-generation dog show handler Quinn Duncan, a sixteen-year-old from Gulf Shores, Alabama, has already made a name for herself in the dog world.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/junior-handler-spotlight-quinn-duncan/
| July 17, 2025
Clubs & Delegates
AKC Outstanding Sportsmanship Award
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 […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/clubs/resources/akc-outstanding-sportsmanship-award/
| November 21, 2017