Which dog is the fastest dog in the nation? Now we know. The 2020 AKC Fast CAT Invitational took place December 9-11, 2020 in Orlando, FL in conjunction with the AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin. The fastest dogs from each breed, based on rankings from AKC Fast Coursing Ability Tests (Fast CAT), were […]

After a long day of breed judging at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, the best dogs came out to compete in their respective groups. A grand audience at Madison Square Garden watched closely as these beautiful dogs made their way around the ring. Here are the best winners of their groups, who will now move […]

Seven dogs were finalists for Best in Show at the 147th Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, PBGV Buddy Holly of the Hound Group took home the prize.

It is often said that you cannot own a Japanese Chin, because he owns you. These charming little dogs are the masters of the house. Here are some interesting facts about this regal breed: 1. They Are Actually From China Most experts believe the Japanese Chin actually originated in China. The theory is that the […]

The Boston Terrier, a top-ten breed for six decades of the 20th century, has reached the number-one position twice, including in the 1910s. The Airedale Terrier reached the number-two position, the highest the breed would ever claim, appearing in the top ten for three consecutive decades and then never regaining its national popularity. The decade […]

Puppy buyers around the world contact AKC Breeder of the Year David Fitzpatrick. His Pekingese puppies have journeyed to new homes in Australia, Thailand, the Philippines, China, Panama, Japan, and other international destinations. Fitzpatrick requires potential puppy buyers to travel to his home in Pennsylvania to meet him and his dogs. If they are lucky […]

Did you know these facts about the Shih Tzu dog breed? Learn more about this Asian breed that makes an excellent companion from the AKC Toy Group.

The Poodle, recognized by the AKC in 1887, did not make the top ten breeds until the 1950s, when it ranked number seven. This glamorous show dog and companion strutted into the number-one position in the 1960s and would become the first breed to hold the number-one crown for two consecutive decades. German Shepherd Dogs, […]

If you are reincarnated as a dog, make sure you come back as a Tibetan Spaniel. The region with the highest altitudes on our planet – hence its nickname, “the Roof of the World” – Tibet was forever changed when Buddhism arrived from northern India in the 7th and 8th centuries. Sprawling white monasteries began […]

The only breed to rank in the top ten breeds every decade since the founding of the American Kennel Club became the nation’s top breed in the 1950s—the Beagle. Not coincidentally, Charles Schultz’s pet Beagle, Snoopy, made his illustrious first appearance in national newspapers on October 4, 1950, and swiftly became a pop phenomenon. The […]

In each of the seven groups, one dog from one breed is chosen to represent their group going into Best in Show at the 147th Westminster Kennel Club Show.

Thousands of dogs compete at the Westminster Kennel Club Best in Show. Check out some statistics on the breeds and groups who've taken the trophy.

Accepted in 1908, the German Shepherd Dog overtook the Boston Terrier in 1925 and became the number-one dog of the 1920s. The breed then disappeared from the top ten until after World War II, when it reemerged as the number-six dog of the 1950s and has remained among the most popular breeds to the present […]

Every dog likes to be king of the castle, but some breeds have been favorites of royalty for hundreds of years with a rich tradition of sitting beside the throne. Here are six breeds known for their association with kings, queens, emperors, and pharaohs. Cavalier King Charles Spaniel With a name like the Cavalier King […]

Proud to Be Purebred 10 Reasons I'm Going to Buy a Purebred Dog Breed Standards, the Breeder’s Blueprint The Retrievers: Ever Talented and Willing to Please Breeds Who Enjoy Drafting Just for the Haul of It Herding Dogs: Awe and Wonder Meet Today’s Sled Dogs Spaniels: Always by Our Side The Rescuers: Breeds Who Save […]

Monday, March 30 Welsh Springer Spaniel Tuesday, March 31 Belgian Laekenois Wednesday, April 1 Ibizan Hound Thursday, April 2 Puli Friday April 3 Airedale Terrier Monday, April 6 Sloughi Tuesday, April 7 Affenpinscher Wednesday, April 8 Lagotto Romagnolo Thursday, April 9 Rottweiler Monday, April 13 Finnish Spitz Tuesday, April 14 Welsh Terrier Wednesday, April 15 […]

Board of Directors [caption id="attachment_100992" align="aligncenter" width="229"] Dr. Thomas M. Davies, Chairman[/caption] [caption id="attachment_200946" align="aligncenter" width="229"] Dr. Michael Knight, Vice Chairman[/caption] Class of 2027 Dr. Charles Garvin, Delegate, Dalmatian Club of America Steven Hamblin, Delegate, Pekingese Club of America Daniel J. Smyth, Esq., Delegate, Burlington County Kennel Club Class of 2028 Dr. Carmen L. Battaglia, […]

At the annual meeting of the American Kennel Club on March 14, 2023, the Delegates elected members to the AKC Board of Directors. The Directors elected were: Class of 2027 Charles Garvin, Delegate, Dalmatian Club of America Steven Hamblin, Delegate, Pekingese Club of America Daniel J. Smyth, Esq., Delegate, Burlington County Kennel Club In addition, […]

  – "AKC Breeder of the Year" to be Announced at AKC/Eukanuba National Championship – The American Kennel Club® announced today the seven group recipients of the 2009 AKC® Breeder of the Year Award.  The award honors breeders who have dedicated their lives to improving the health, temperament and quality of purebred dogs. "The AKC […]

The American Kennel Club (AKC®) is pleased to recognize its affiliated dog clubs which have been holding AKC events for over 100 years and are an essential part of the sport of dogs. Founded in 1884, AKC together with its affiliated organizations promote responsible dog ownership, conduct over 23,000 organized dog events per year, breed […]