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French Bulldog giving a kiss to another French Bulldog on the couch.
Expert Advice: Dog Breeds The Bon Vivant: How the French Bulldog Became the Most Popular Dog in the U.S.
It was the last blast of summer sunset gathering of the French Bulldog NYC Meetup group. Sophie, 5 months old, was determined to make the most of it. First, there was some serious rough-and-tumble with her pal, a Bernese Mountain Dog who was born just one day after Sophie in April. Then she was off, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/french-bulldog-became-popular-dog/ | March 16, 2022
Expert Advice: Dog Breeds Why One Couple Chose a Purebred Over a Designer Dog
When Maria B. Moya was growing up, she always wanted a dog, but it wasn’t possible where her family lived. Then she got out on her own and moved to Hoboken, New Jersey. In her new town, everyone, it seemed, had a dog. Many of them were the trendy mixed-breeds, known as "Goldendoodles." Moya, who […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/one-couple-chose-purebred-over-designer-dog/ | October 19, 2020
Chihuahua with mouth wide open, ears spread.
Expert Advice: Common Conditions Kennel Cough in Dogs: Causes, Symptoms, & Treatment
Kennel cough in dogs is a highly contagious respiratory disease. But what causes kennel cough, and how can you prevent your dog from getting it? Learn more about kennel cough in dogs to help keep your pet healthy. How Does Kennel Cough in Dogs Spread? The bacterium that most commonly causes kennel cough is called […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/kennel-cough-in-dogs/ | January 23, 2019
Expert Advice: Puppy Training ​Is it Safe to Let Puppies Play Rough?
I got a new puppy and am constantly being told not to let him do things he likes to do, like tussle with other puppies, play tug-of-war, eat treats, and jump on the furniture. Is this true? I don’t want him to get hurt, but he needs to enjoy life! Puppies roughhoused long before they […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/is-it-safe-to-let-puppies-play-rough/ | August 5, 2016
Expert Advice: Cute & Funny The Boston Terrier: 12 Heartwarming Photos of the “Gentleman from Beantown”
The Boston Terrier is a small but sturdy American breed. Also known as the “American Gentleman” for his tuxedo coat and polite demeanor, this intelligent dog was bred to be a companion. In 1870, in Boston, William O’Brien sold a dog (imported from England), who was a cross between a white English Terrier and a […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/the-boston-terrier-12-photos-of-the-gentleman-from-beantown/ | December 15, 2015
dog on stairs
Expert Advice: Home & Living Does Your Dog Need Dog Stairs or a Ramp?
It's sad to see your senior dog struggling to jump up for a snuggle on the sofa, and lifting the largest breeds with mobility issues into the car for a beach trip can be backbreaking. Fortunately, there are many ways we can help ensure our aging pets don't miss out on the things they enjoy. […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/home-living/dog-stairs-and-ramps/ | January 13, 2020
Terrier Group winner: GCHG CH Goodspice Efbe Money Stache, a Sealyham Terrier known as “Stache,” owned by Margery Good & Emily Bennett &F Bergeron & L Spiegel of Haltom City, TX and bred by Margery L Good, France Bergeron.
Expert Advice: Events How To Watch the National Dog Show on Thanksgiving
The annual National Dog Show is arguably the one of the best parts of Thanksgiving. Here's everything you need on how to watch the National Dog Show.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/watch-national-dog-show/ | November 21, 2022
Press Releases THE AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB 2024 BREEDER OF THE YEAR GROUP HONOREES ANNOUNCED
The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) is pleased to recognize extraordinary breeding programs from the Sporting, Hound, Working, Terrier, Toy, Non-Sporting and Herding groups as 2024 AKC Breeder of the Year group honorees. “It is our pleasure to honor this array of esteemed breeders,” said Dennis Sprung, AKC President and CEO. “These individuals have made important […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/american-kennel-club-2024-breeder-year-group-honorees-announced/ | November 13, 2024
Press Releases 2024 NATIONAL OWNER-HANDLED SERIES FINALS & NATIONAL ALL-BREED PUPPY & JUNIOR STAKES JUDGING PANELS NOW AVAILABLE
The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) is pleased to announce the judging panels for the 2024 National Owner-Handled Series (NOHS) Finals and the AKC Royal Canin National All-Breed Puppy and Junior Stakes to be held at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida in conjunction with the AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin. The […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/2024-national-owner-handled-series-finals-national-breed-puppy-junior-stakes-judging-panels-now-available/ | May 31, 2024
Press Releases 2024 AKC NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP JUDGING PANEL NOW AVAILABLE
The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) is pleased to announce the judging panel for the 2024 AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin to be held at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida on Saturday, December 14 and Sunday, December 15, 2024. The 2024 event will showcase the top canine athletes and will also […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/2024-akc-national-championship-judging-panel-now-available/ | February 21, 2024
Beagle laying down with her puppy in the garden.
Expert Advice: Studies Are We Gender-Stereotyping Our Dogs?
Do male and female dogs behave differently? Can they live together? Should a dog's sex ever influence a puppy buyer? Here's how we gender-stereotype dogs.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/are-we-gender-stereotyping-our-dogs/ | May 12, 2021
A vintage portrait of two Smooth Fox Terriers standing on a stoop.
Pages Breeds by Year Recognized
The AKC currently registers 201 dog breeds. The chart below lists all AKC recognized breeds and the year they first became registrable with the AKC.  (last updated 11/20/24) DATE – BREED 1878 – Pointer  1878 – Retriever (Chesapeake Bay)  1878 – Spaniel (Clumber)  1878 – Spaniel (Cocker)  1878 – Setter (English)  1878 – Setter (Gordon)  […]
https://www.akc.org/press-center/articles-resources/facts-and-stats/breeds-year-recognized/ | August 12, 2019
Expert Advice: Conformation How to Get More Involved in Conformation Dog Sports
If you've gotten started in dog shows and love it, you may be wondering how you can get more involved in conformation and purebred dogs.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/get-more-involved-conformation/ | November 25, 2024
Expert Advice: Basic Training Boundary Training: Keeping Your Dog Inside the Yard or Outside a Room
Boundary training teaches your dog to stay in or out of certain areas. Here's how to boundary train your dog with tips from AKC's dog training experts.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/teach-dog-keep-out-boundary-training/ | December 12, 2020
Pages Advanced Recognition Breeders of Merit
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  12/5/24, last updated 12/6/24) [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Platinum"] […]
https://www.akc.org/breeder-programs/akc-breeder-of-merit-program/advanced-recognition-breeders-merit/ | September 25, 2018
Pages Competition/Titles Update Spring 2023
We have some big news to report about All-Americans succeeding at earning the top titles and honors in Agility, Coursing Ability, Fast CAT, Rally, Obedience, Scent Work, Tracking, and Trick Dog. Many dogs are also having success in AKC’s Virtual Titling programs! Agility Congratulations to these dogs who have added more MACH titles to their […]
https://www.akc.org/register/information/canine-partners/newsletter/competition-titles-update-spring-2023/ | June 8, 2023
Expert Advice: Events How to Watch the 2024 AKC National Championship, Presented by Royal Canin
The 2024 AKC National Championship is just around the corner! Make sure you're tuning in so you can see who's crowned Best in Show.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/watch-akc-national-championship/ | December 8, 2022
Press Releases PEKINGESE “DIGGER” WINS AKC ROYAL CANIN NATIONAL ALL-BREED PUPPY AND JUNIOR STAKES
Sunquest Hidden Treasure, a Pekingese known as “Digger” triumphed over 1,756 dogs ages six months to 18 months to become the AKC® Royal Canin National All-Breed Puppy of the Year, held today in Orlando, Fla in conjunction with the AKC® National Championship Presented by Royal Canin. “Digger,” owned and bred by Kay Canaan of Gaffney, […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/pekingese-digger-wins-akc-royal-canin-national-breed-puppy-junior-stakes/ | December 14, 2024
Expert Advice: Conformation Meet the Winner of the 2024 AKC/Royal Canin National All-Breed Puppy & Junior Stakes
Sunquest Hidden Treasure, a Pekingese known as "Digger" triumphed over 1,756 dogs ages six months to 18 months to become the AKC® Royal Canin National...
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/winner-2024-puppy-junior-stakes/ | December 14, 2024
Pages Breed-Specific DNA Testing Recommendations
Test for what is recommended for your breed. Order AKC DNA + Health Kit The AKC DNA Program recommends that breeders perform DNA tests that are relevant to their breed. The AKC DNA + Health Kit includes over 328 markers for health and traits, and every dog receives results for all tests. However, not all […]
https://www.akc.org/breeder-programs/dna/dna-resource-center/akc-dna-health/breed-specific-dna-testing-recommendations/ | March 12, 2024
Pages FSS Breeds In Companion Events
As of July 13, 2009, the AKC Board of Directors approved the eligibility of Foundation Stock breeds that meet the below criteria may compete in AKC Companion Events; this will be effective January 1, 2010. Dogs with three-generation pedigrees recorded in FSS® Breed Standard has been submitted As of February 9, 2007, the AKC Board […]
https://www.akc.org/breeder-programs/foundation-stock-service-program/fss-breeds-companion-events/ | November 17, 2017
Sports & Events AKC Agility League Announces Fall 2024 Season Winners
The AKC Agility League recently concluded its eighth season of competition and honored its top teams and competitors. Team champions were named in each of the 10 divisions, including the League’s new division of Elementary for beginner dogs. The AKC Agility League is sponsored by Purina Pro Plan, YuMove and AKC Pet Insurance. The League […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/agility/in-the-zone/akc-agility-league-announces-fall-2024-season-winners/ | December 30, 2024
Sports & Events In the Zone
  [accordion] [accordion_panel title="In the Zone - December 2024"] AKC Agility League Announces Fall 2024 Season Winners Winter Agility Tip: Preventing Static Electricity While Running Indoors AKC Agility League Spotlight: Agility Helping Rescue Dog Work Through Multiple Issues Training Tip: Don’t Train for Novice, Train for the Final A Competitive Push: League Teams Have Fun […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/agility/in-the-zone/ | September 2, 2022
Expert Advice: Events Group Winners Crowned at the 2024 AKC National Championship
The biggest Conformation event of the year is here, and the results are out! See the group winners of the 2024 AKC National Championship.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/akc-national-championship-group-winners-2024/ | December 30, 2024
Pages 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 1/1/25) 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
Pages Season Winners
Season 8 - Fall/Winter 2024 [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Extended Ph.D."] Top 3 Teams Champion – Happy Dog Sports Team 1 – Texas Reserve Champion – Naughty Spots – Virginia Third – WestRover’s Speed Squad – Alabama Individual Dog Placements (1st – 4th) 8-Regular 1-Hazel, Miniature American Shepherd, Smoothie and the All Sized Aussies 2-Sushi, French Bulldog, Happy […]
https://www.akc.org/akc-agility-league/season-winners/ | September 14, 2022
Pages AKC Breeds Broken Out By Group
The following are the group designations that AKC breeds have been assigned. There are currently 202 breeds and 9 breeds with 21 varieties.  The varieties are by size, color or group.   The varieties are marked by **(Revised 1/01/25) [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Sporting Group – 33 breeds"] Sporting Group Naturally active and alert, Sporting dogs make likeable, […]
https://www.akc.org/akc-breeds-by-group/ | December 23, 2024
Rhodesian Ridgeback mother sniffing her newborn puppy that is being held in the palm of a hand.
Expert Advice: Breeding & Whelping Dog Pregnancy: Signs, Care, and Preparing for Puppies
Welcoming a new litter of puppies into the world is very rewarding, but dog pregnancies can be confusing and stressful, as well as time-consuming and costly. If you are considering breeding your dog, there is so much information that you need to know. You should be familiar with your breed's standard and individual breed health test […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/dog-pregnancy-care-prep/ | January 27, 2021
Sports & Events Conformation: Frequently Asked Questions
Scheduling Conformation Events General Questions Points Schedule Formulation Specialties Held With All-Breed and Group Shows Classes and Entries Submitting Results Awards and Titles Judges and Judging Junior Showmanship Sweepstakes Trophies, Prizes, and Ribbons Club Membership Upload Tool Scheduling Conformation Events AKC recommended Best Practices to hire and assign judges, leading to an efficient schedule. General […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/conformation/resources/faq/ | October 26, 2017
English Cocker Spaniel sitting on a rug near the door.
Expert Advice: Tricks How To Give Your Dog Jobs To Do at Home
Giving your dog access to sports, activities, and jobs around the house can provide outlets for dogs' physical and mental energy. 
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/give-your-dog-jobs-to-do-at-home/ | September 28, 2022

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