This page is used to announce the cancellation of Agility & Scent Work Events. Report cancellations or delays: 919-816-3725 (M-F) / 919-816-3955 (Weekends) agility@akc.org or scentwork@akc.org  Date Location Description Events October 9, 10, 11, 2026 Mobile Bay Dog Training Club Cancelled due to incoming hurricane 2026065008, 2026065009, 2026065010   To cancel a show entry you […]

The Junior Showmanship application may be downloaded and saved onto your computer, allowing you to complete the forms and submit to the office via email, fax, US Postal Service or through the Canine College portfolio. Please be advised the following forms in the kit will need to be entirely completed and submitted to the office: […]

The Companion Events staff is pleased to encourage Junior Handlers in the sports of Obedience, Agility, Rally and Tracking. In these Companion Events, any Junior Handler up to the age of 18 is eligible to compete as a Junior. They exhibit in the regular classes and in the field along with all other exhibitors at […]

[accordion] [accordion_panel title="2026"] September 2026 Victoria Banning - BCAT August 2026 Lilian Jorgensen - DCAT Victoria Banning - FCAT Elena Kasper - BCAT Bridget Macmillan - BCAT Calista McKee - FCAT2 July 2026 Alli Corbin - SIE Hannah Magnuson - BCAT Antionette Weiss - BCAT Lilian Jorgensen - BCAT Shaylynn Duncan - SIN Carson Wright […]

  [accordion] [accordion_panel title="In the Zone - September 2026"] Season 13 Most Improved Team Season 13 Most Improved Dog AKC Agility League Championship Taking Place in November [/accordion_panel]   [accordion] [accordion_panel title="In the Zone - August 2026"] AKC Agility League Spotlight: Basset Hounds Show Their Breed Can Do It All Meet the Teams: Young at […]

The spotlight shines on the AKC Agility League dog and handler who made the most improvements for the Spring/Summer Season: Michelle Blum and her Border Collie, Scouty, of California. They started the season with a score of 2.6 and finished the season with a cumulative 5.9 and first place in the Limited Freshman 16-Inch class. […]

We'd like to answer as many of your questions as we can before you attend, exhibit, or volunteer at AKC Meet the Breeds events! Whether you're coming as an attendee or participating as a volunteer, please find our most Frequently Asked Questions to help you get the information you need. I'm Attending AKC Meet the […]

AKC Meet the Breeds events are a fun and educational way to spend a day with the whole family, and maybe even figure out which dog breed is right for you! If you are attending an AKC Meet the Breeds event, or are thinking about attending an event in the future, you can find out […]

The American Kennel Club is excited to announce the Regional Junior Showmanship Events! AKC Sport & Events is excited to announce Regional Junior Showmanship Events.  The AKC will approve up to eight all-breed clubs the honor of holding Junior Showmanship Regional Events throughout the calendar year. Regional Junior Showmanship events will be structured and judges […]

Common Resources: Find a Club/Trainer Find an Event Agility Regulations Online Entry System Downloadable Forms Titles and Abbreviations Versatile Companion Dog (VCD) Title News & Updates Agility FAQ [accordion] [accordion_panel title="General"] Agility Field Representatives Participants with Disabilities [/accordion_panel] [accordion_panel title="Getting Started in Agility"] A Beginners Guide to Companion Events (PDF) Agility FAQs What is Agility?  […]

Cancer is one of the most common diseases in dogs, especially seniors. Discover symptoms, diagnosis, treatment options, breed risks, and prevention tips.

The newest AKC recognized breed, the Danish-Swedish Farmdog is a little dog with a lot of personality. Learn more with these breed fun facts.

Dog owners tend to dismiss bad dog breath as just “dog breath,” but there is usually a very good reason behind the odor. Here's how to address it.

Dog have blood types, but they're more complex than humans'. Learn about how transfusions work.

The 2026 Fast CAT Invitational, held in Missouri, has crowned its winners. Meet the fastest dogs in each divison.

Removing ticks from your dog may not be pleasant, but it’s important to do it promptly and correctly. Once you know how to remove a tick, it will be a fairly easy process. Because they can carry infectious organisms, ticks infect thousands of animals and people with illnesses like Lyme disease, babesiosis, and ehrlichiosis every year. […]

Learn the common signs of aging in dogs, including mobility issues, weight changes, cognitive decline, and ways to support senior dog health.

Learn how guide dogs become trusted partners through specialized training, careful matching, and a strong bond with their handlers.

Sniff walks provide mental stimulation, freedom, and stress relief for dogs. Learn the benefits and how to make walks more enriching.

Former junior handler Marilyn Dempsey discusses life after Juniors, pursuing her judging license, and giving back to the dog community.

Crate training is beneficial for every dog. It's important to know the common challenges. Here are tips to help your dog love their crate.

Papillon Learn about Papillons [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Rescue Organizations"] PapAdopters & Placement Service Phone: 248-231-5076 Email: info@papadopters.com Papillon Haven Rescue phone: 501-865-4442 (central time), fax: 501-865-4600 (central time) Email: jorolan@catc.net or jorolan2@yahoo.com Papillon Pals Rescue phone: 904-477-6829 - Tami Steinle Email: papillonpals@comcast.net  [/accordion_panel] [/accordion] Parson Russell Terrier Learn about Parson Russell Terriers [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Rescue Organizations"] Parson Russell Terrier […]

Cairn Terrier Learn about Cairn Terriers [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Rescue Organizations"] Cairn Terrier Club of America Patricia Gould, 9510 190th Place SW Edmonds, WA 98020; 406-459-8290; CairnPup@gmail.com Col. Potter Cairn Rescue Network [/accordion_panel] [/accordion] Canaan Dog Learn about Canaan Dogs [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Rescue Organizations"] Canaan Dog Rescue Network, Inc. [/accordion_panel] [/accordion] Cane Corso Learn about Cani Corso [accordion] […]

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[accordion] [accordion_panel title="All-Breed/Specialty Conflicts (September 2013 Board meeting; amended January 2016)"] If an All-Breed/Limited Breed Conformation, Performance, or Companion Event club refuses to grant permission to accommodate a Parent Club's National Specialty or a Performance or Companion event (which is limited to the Parent Club breed) when held with the National Specialty, a Parent Club regional specialty […]

2026 AKC Agility League Championship Entries Are Open Entries are open through Midnight ET Oct. 15 for this fun event that features competition for all levels of League dogs, from PhD through Elementary. Taking place Nov. 6-8 at the Hunt Horse Complex in Raleigh, NC. Captains should first enroll their teams: 2026 AKC Agility League […]

The following breeders have met the requirements for the Breed and Levels recorded at the time of the application. The American Kennel Club is pleased to recognize these breeders for their contribution to the sport and maintaining the tenets of the Breeder of Merit program. (current as of  9/18/26, last updated 9/18/26) [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Platinum"] […]

The American Kennel Club (AKC®), a not-for-profit organization that is the world’s largest registry of purebred and mixed-breed dogs, and a leading voice for canine welfare and responsible ownership, is excited to announce the winners of the 2026 AKC® Fast CAT® Invitational. The event took place September 18-21, 2026 at the Sycamore Creek Family Ranch […]

The easygoing Great Dane, the mighty “Apollo of Dogs,” is a total joy to live with—but owning a dog of such imposing size, weight, and strength is a commitment not to be entered into lightly. This breed is indeed great, but not a Dane.

A remarkably bright workaholic, the Border Collie is an amazing dog—maybe a bit too amazing for owners without the time, energy, or means to keep it occupied. These energetic dogs will settle down for cuddle time when the workday is done.