[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, […]

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 […]

To view other Pee Wee photos click here. If you have a Pee Wee photo you would like to share, please send to: juniors@akc.org [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Procedures and Guidelines"] A Club must submit a Special Attractions Form to conduct the Pee Wee Class Special Attraction. The request must be approved by the Event Operations department. The […]

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 […]

In this section you will find information related to each AKC Delegate Meeting. December 10-11, 2026 Delegate Meeting Hotel Information September 14-15, 2026 Delegate Meeting Delegate Meeting Agenda Delegate Committee Election Packet - REVISED Vote on the proposed amendment to Article XIV, Section 1 of the Charter and Bylaws of The American Kennel Club To […]

December 10-11, 2026 Delegate Meeting Hotel Information September 14-15, 2026 Delegate Meeting Delegate Meeting Agenda Delegate Committee Election Packet - REVISED Vote on the proposed amendment to Article XIV, Section 1 of the Charter and Bylaws of The American Kennel Club To be voted on as one amendment: Chapter 11 , Section 8 and Chapter […]

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"] […]

AKC Kids’ News is a free online newsletter packed with fun, interactive content for students and teachers. Each issue features downloadable resources, related articles, and activities. Newsletters are sent quarterly to those who subscribe using the button below. Questions? Email publiced@akc.org.   [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Previous Issues"] AKC Kids' News is published quarterly. You can access […]

You've decided to bring a dog into your life but have no clue where to begin. With so many breeds of varying sizes and temperaments, finding your perfect companion can be an overwhelming decision. If the Basset Hound has ever caught your eye, you might consider this as your next dog breed. In This Article Personality […]

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.