[accordion] [accordion_panel title="American Field Irish Setters (October 1975 Board meeting)"]  Based upon a request from the Irish Setter Club of America, AKC discontinued the registration of Irish Setters based upon pedigrees from the American Field Dog Stud Book. [/accordion_panel] [accordion_panel title="Auction Policy (July 2003 Board meeting)"]  The Board reviewed its policy on Auctions, considering the […]

AKC Public Education offers brochures and other resources that contain a wealth of information for current and prospective dog owners. Volunteer Insurance for your club Equisure [accordion] [accordion_panel title="PEC Kits"] AKC Public Education provides the following resources in a kit that can be ordered for your next event. The following resources are included: Welcome to […]

Looking to add a new dog to your home? If you're considering the Brittany, learn more about the breed and how it suits your lifestyle.

Struggling over what to name your new male puppy? Check out the most popular boy dog names based on AKC registration and enrollment data.

Crates are valuable tools for puppies, especially when it comes to potty training and preventing your pup from chewing the furniture. A crate can also provide an adult dog with space for relaxation and time away from stressful situations. Plus, crates make for safe traveling with your dog.  With so many benefits to crate training, […]

Looking for a dog to add to your family? Here's how to know if the Shetland Sheepdog is a good fit for your lifestyle.

What do dogs dream about? While we don’t have all of the answers, scientists are taking steps to learn more about why dogs dream.

When your dog is wet from a bath, swimming, or from walking outside in the rain or snow it's important to dry them thoroughly. Drying your dog can help...

The American Kennel Club is the world's largest registry of purebred dogs, and uses these statistics to rank the most popular breeds — and the rarest breeds. The numbers are in: these are the rarest dog breeds according to AKC registration statistics. In 2025, 202 total breeds were counted in the registration statistics. In 2026, […]

Need new ways to get moving with your dog? Explore 11 fun activities that boost fitness and bonding, indoors or out

Want to teach your dog to walk on a leash without pulling? Here's a step-by-step guide on leash training for both dogs and puppies.

Can dogs take Doxycycline? Here's everything you need to know about what Doxycycline is used for in dogs. Always consult your veterinarian first.

How can you help an overweight dog improve their health? Find out how to support your pet, one step at a time.

These enriching brain games for dogs will help engage your pet's brain and make your training sessions even more fun.

Even the most mild-mannered of dogs may turn into a fierce barker with the mail carrier or other delivery workers come around. Here's why.

Cuddling and petting your dog is fun for both of you, but when it comes time for grooming and other forms of handling, such as teeth brushing or checking for ticks, many dogs run for cover. One terrible coat mat or clipped nail quick, and your dog will decide the brush or nail trimmer is an […]

It's important to know how to keep your dog healthy. Here are some of the key ways to maintain your dog's health, inside and out.

There are three main ways to teach your dog or puppy to kiss you on cue. Here's a step-by-step on how to teach this fun trick!

While many dog owners and their partners gladly share their sleeping space with their dogs, others may disagree about having a dog in the bed.

How long can you keep your dog outside? Here we explore just how to determine when it's time to call your dog back inside after a day of outdoor fun.

In this era of climate change, you can't take storms too lightly. Hurricanes, in particular, have grown stronger as the oceans have warmed and provided more fuel for them. As Hurricanes Katrina, Sandy, and Helene have demonstrated, dog owners have many reasons to thoroughly prepare for hurricane season. Here's what you need to know. What […]

Just like us, dogs can benefit from a stretching and strengthening program. Canine conditioning can provide dogs with both a physical and mental workout.

If you're looking to do more with your sport-prospect puppy, there are games and activities that you can work on to build enthusiasm for learning.

Dryer sheets are a danger for dogs, whether they're licked, chewed up and digested, or swallowed whole. What should you do if your dog ate a dryer sheet?

Dogs have long held a special place at monasteries worldwide. Here are just a few of the AKC-recognized breeds that have been particularly favored by monks.

Links to documents and forms needed to administer Conformation events are listed below. A club must have multiple blank copies of most of the forms available, so it is suggested that clubs print the forms prior to the event or have access to the forms and a printer available at the event. Some completed forms […]

The sport of AKC Scent Work is based on the work of professional detection dogs. All dogs (purebred and mixed breeds) can participate; even dogs with physical challenges are eligible. AKC Scent Work celebrates the joy of sniffing and asks dogs to sniff to their heart’s content. It turns a dog’s favorite activity into a […]

The full U.S. House of Representatives is scheduled vote on the Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 – the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026, the week of 27th.  The AKC is proud to support the version of the Farm Bill slated for consideration by the House as it includes important priorities for dog enthusiasts […]

Please share this important information with your club members, family and friends The U.S. House of Representatives is expected to debate amendments and vote on final passage of the Farm Bill, H.R. 7567, the “Farm, Food, and National Security Act,” the week of April 27. In our previous Farm Bill alert to AKC constituents, we reported that […]

37 legislatures and the District of Columbia are in session. The following are highlights of current, active legislation around the country: California – AB 2344 standardizes and strengthens due process protections for dog owners in California facing proceedings to declare their dogs potentially dangerous or vicious, raising the evidentiary standard and mandating uniform notification and […]