Click below to see titles and abbreviations for: Prefix Titles Suffix Titles Parent Club Titles Working Dog Titles Other Recognized Titles Other Title Lists: Titles Sorted by Sport Titles Sorted in Alphabetic Order   Prefix Titles Title Title Name AFC An Amateur Field Trial Champion title can be earned in either Beagle Field Trials, Pointing […]

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"] July 2026 Alli Corbin - SIE Hannah Magnuson - BCAT Antionette Weiss - BCAT Lilian Jorgensen - BCAT Shaylynn Duncan - SIN Carson Wright - SIN June 2026 Kira Frazer - BCAT Alyiah-Jo Ammerman - BCAT Theodore Moore - BCAT Teagan Lambert - FCAT Quinn Eberhard - FCAT Evelyn Cunningham - SINE, […]

When a Foundation Stock Breed is accepted in the FSS program the clubs may designate a domestic registry or club registry for recording. Eligibility for FSS Recording The dog must be of a breed eligible for FSS Recording. The dog must be born in the United States The dog must first be registered with a […]

Maltese Learn about Maltese [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Rescue Organizations"] American Maltese Association Northcentral Maltese Rescue, Inc. With nationwide coverage. Mary Palmer, President/Rescue Coordinator, 262-800-3323, Malteserescue@hotmail.com [/accordion_panel] [/accordion] Manchester Terrier Learn about Manchester Terriers [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Rescue Organizations"] American Manchester Terrier Club Michelle Barlak Email: michelle@maximaldog.com Tammi Myers Email: medleyrn@yahoo.com [/accordion_panel] [/accordion] Mastiff Learn about Mastiffs [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Rescue Organizations"] […]

Ashley Carpenter is All-American Dog "Willow's" fourth owner. Not giving up on her changed both of their lives for the better.

The American Kennel Club has released registration statistics for 2025. Who will be crowned the most popular breed?

Rottweilers are as loyal and loving as they are protective and confident. The working dog has been a long-loved breed that dates back to the times of the Roman Empire. And while they have played various roles over the course of history, today they make a fun-loving companion for families across the country. If you're […]

Some dogs have a habit of plopping down on the floor, hitting their elbows in the process. This wear and tear on their joints can cause the tissue under...

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!

How often do dogs go into heat? What does a dog's heat cycle look like? Learn more about the signs of a dog in heat, and how to care for dogs in heat.

'Samara' the Pyrenean Mastiff Outshines as a Guardian and Therapy Dog

Wisconsin brothers Austin and Logan Kressin are among the youngest competitors at the 2025 AKC Rally National Championships.

Like many Americans whose ancestors arrived in previous centuries, the Australian Shepherd history is a confounding mix of many different cultures.

A sweet, calm nature, and a soft expression with distinctive markings on the coat and face, contribute to the majestic Bernese Mountain Dog's popularity. But this breed is also a hardworking farm dog, dating back in carting and drafting thousands of years.

The Great Pyrenees is an ancient breed with a fascinating, disputed history. From royal palaces to mountain pastures to your couch, read about how this giant breed you know and love today came to be.

What is pododermatitis in dogs? Learn the common causes of paw inflammation, signs to watch for, how veterinarians diagnose the condition, and available treatment options.

Why do some dogs have blue tongues? Learn which breeds have blue-black tongues, what causes tongue spots, and when to see a veterinarian.

Thinking about getting a giant dog breed? Learn about training, housing, travel, veterinary care, grooming, and the unique challenges and rewards of giant dog ownership.

Proposed updates to Palm Beach County’s Animal Care and Control Ordinance and fee schedule would expand breeder regulations; add new rules for hobby breeders, exhibitors, and people who own unaltered dogs or cats; and increase the cost of a hobby breeder permit by 166.7%. The American Kennel Club (AKC) is concerned that these changes could […]