Learn why the research the Dog Aging Project is conducting points to there being health and longevity benefits of feeding a dog once a day.

This fluffy, recognizable breed is so lovable, you may just want to take one home! See if the Chow Chow would be a good fit to your lifestyle.

In its 149th year, the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show has crowned its winner: Giant Schnauzer "Monty," handled by Katherine Bernadin.

Seventeen-year-old Taylor Johnson of Colorado Springs, Colorado a 3rd generation dog handler and breeder wins Best Junior Handler at the 149th Annual...

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.

Over two days of breed competitions, seven dogs were crowned the winners in their group at the 149th Annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show.

English Springer Spaniels are energetic, friendly dogs that are game for hours of playtime. Here are some interesting facts about this exuberant breed.

AKC Group Standards Download AKC approved breed standards by complete group for use on any portable electronic device. Sporting Hound Working Terrier Toy Non-Sporting Herding Misc. Judges Study Guide No single written guide is ever comprehensive enough to be the only learning tool utilized in preparation for judging a new breed. We urge you to […]

(updated 2/14/25 ) 2/7/2025 The Basset Fauve de Bretagne Club of America is the official parent club for the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and to accept the Basset Fauve de Bretagne into the AKC Stud Book on December 31, 2025. The breed will be eligible to compete in the Hound Group beginning December 31, 2025. […]

When a new breed is accepted in the American Kennel Club a special type of registration known as Open Registration, is available for a limited time. The American Kennel Club in conjunction with the Parent Club (also known as a national breed club) sets this time frame for the breed. Eligibility for Open Registration In […]