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Expert Advice: Fast CAT
From Iran to the U.S.: ‘Trevor’ the Saluki Competes in AKC Fastest Dogs USA
Meet "Trevor" the Saluki, who was born in the breed's homeland of Iran. He's now a Fast CAT competitor, and one of the top-ranked Salukis across the board.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/fastest-dogs-usa-2024-trevor-saluki/
| April 16, 2024
Sports & Events
Lure Coursing
Lure coursing clubs should be aware of the following: Clubs are reminded to inform the Performance Events Department if they have to cancel their event by calling: 919-816-3908 or sending an email to: perfcancel@akc.org. Clubs at their option can now send copies of their results including their Secretary Report in PDF format via email to: performanceresults@akc.org. Clubs will then be contacted to confirm […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/coursing/lure-coursing/
| October 26, 2017
Expert Advice: News
The Most Popular Dog Breeds of 2023
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!
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/most-popular-dog-breeds-2023/
| March 20, 2024
Expert Advice: General Health
How to Keep Your Dog Healthy
It's important to know how to keep your dog healthy. Here are some of the key ways to maintain your dog's health, inside and out.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/how-to-keep-your-dog-healthy/
| June 16, 2019
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2023 Lifetime Achievement Award Nominees
Nominees in Conformation Michael Canalizo Michael Canalizo has spent many years in the Dog Show World as a Breeder/Owner, Professional Handler, turned Judge. His first exposure to his primary breed: the Afghan Hound came in 1961 as a member of “the typical Hobby Breeder family” with their purchase of “Babu Bamn of Grandeur”. He showed […]
https://www.akc.org/about/awards-and-honors/lifetime-achievement/nominees/2023-lifetime-achievement-award-nominees/
| January 18, 2024
Press Releases
AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB ANNOUNCES THE RECIPIENTS OF 2023 LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS
The American Kennel Club (AKC®), the world’s largest purebred dog registry and leading advocate for dogs is proud to announce the winners of the 2023 AKC® Lifetime Achievement Awards: Michael Canalizo (Conformation), Curt Curtis (Companion Events) and Laurie Soutar (Performance). The Awards, created by AKC President and CEO Dennis Sprung in 1999, are presented in […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/american-kennel-club-announces-recipients-2023-lifetime-achievement-awards/
| March 18, 2024
Press Releases
AKC FAMILY DOG MAGAZINE HONORED BY DOG WRITERS ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA
The American Kennel Club (AKC®), a not-for-profit organization, the world’s largest purebred dog registry and leading advocate for dogs, is pleased to announce that the Dog Writers Association of America (DWAA) has honored the AKC Family Dog magazine. In the DWAA’s annual writing competition, the magazine earned a total of seven Maxwells and special awards, […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-family-dog-magazine-honored-dog-writers-association-america/
| March 7, 2024
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Breeds by Year Recognized
The AKC currently registers 200 dog breeds. The chart below lists all AKC recognized breeds and the year they first became registrable with the AKC. DATE – BREED 1878 – Pointer 1878 – Retriever (Chesapeake Bay) 1878 – Spaniel (Clumber) 1878 – Spaniel (Cocker) 1878 – Setter (English) 1878 – Setter (Gordon) 1878 – Setter […]
https://www.akc.org/press-center/articles-resources/facts-and-stats/breeds-year-recognized/
| August 12, 2019
Expert Advice: Fitness & Exercise
Best Dog Breeds for Running Companions
What are the best dogs for running or jogging partners? We run down dogs with endurance, build, athleticism, and temperament for running.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/best-running-dogs/
| January 26, 2023
Expert Advice: Lifestyle
What Were Hound Group Dogs Bred to Do?
32 AKC recognized breeds make up the hound group. We're taking a closer look at what each of these beauties were bred to do.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/hound-group-dogs/
| September 8, 2018