The December 2026 AKC National Championship will be held in Orlando, FL, on December 12-13, 2026 at Orlando's Orange County Convention Center. Eligibility to enter the event is based on the Junior's accomplishments in the show ring and in the classroom. The requirements are: Juniors must have 5 first place wins in an Open Class, […]

June 2026 The Board VOTED to approve a request of the Delegate Companion Events Committee to amend the Obedience Regulations, removing the words “must run” from the current statement and replacing them with “Fast,” meaning that the handler and dog must move forward at a noticeably accelerated speed. These changes are effective June 1, 2026. […]

Calm dog breeds can make great companions and therapy dogs. While any dog can be easy going, these breeds are known to be laid-back.

Can dogs eat tomatoes? The answer is yes and no. Here are the important things to know about feeding tomatoes to your dog.

The 2026 AKC Diving Dogs Premier Cup airs on May 3 at 5 p.m. ET on ESPN2. Watch the competition to see who takes the top prize.

Before you start searching for the best dog food for sensitive stomachs, it's important to start out by figuring out what's causing your dog's digestion issues. Some dogs—just like some people—are sensitive to certain food ingredients. For others, a sensitive stomach could be a sign of a more serious problem. Make an appointment with your […]

The Illinois Legislature adjourned the spring 2026 session in the early hours Monday morning.  While the lawmakers will come back for a short session later this fall where bills may be considered, this adjournment crosses a major hurdle for bills impacting dog owners and breeders in Illinois. Thanks to a significant response from dog owners […]

The following list highlights some of the AKC Government Relations’ (AKC GR) legislative successes through June 3, 2026.  These and other victories have been won in cooperation with AKC federations, clubs, and responsible dog owners and breeders around the country who continue to work tirelessly to promote positive canine legislation in their state and community. […]

The AKC Education Webinar Series provides an opportunity for club members, judges, breeders, trainers and the general dog-owning public to learn more about topics that are of interest to them. Do you have an idea for a topic you would like covered as part of the AKC Education Webinar Series? Tell us about it here. […]

[accordion] [accordion_panel title="2026"] Below you will find recording links and resources for webinars that aired in 2026. Once you click the recording link, you will be asked to enter your name and email address in order to access the recording. Webinar Topic Recording Link Neonates: The Critical Period Wednesday, May 27, 2026 Available Soon The […]