[accordion] [accordion_panel title="2026"] Save the Date! 2026 AKC National Detection Dog Conference, Aug. 4-6, 2026 [/accordion_panel] [accordion] [accordion_panel title="2024"] AKC Detection Dog Task Force Hosts National Conference to Address Shortage of U.S. Bred and Raised Detection Dogs August 2024 Explosives detection dogs play a crucial role in U.S. safety and security at home and abroad, […]

Bringing Dog Lovers Together Since 1884 For 140 years, the American Kennel Club has been the country’s leading authority on all things dogs, acting as the premier resource for dog lovers, from the fancier to the everyday pet owner. Along with our affiliated organizations, we encourage dogs as family companions; advance canine health and well-being; […]

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! AGILITY New AGCH (Agility Grand Champion) AGCH MACH4 Gorman's Athena MXB2 PDS MJS2 PJS MFG TQX T2B6 owned by Diane Fairfax Gorman of St. […]

Unless otherwise noted below, you can contact any of these departments by e-mail using our contact form. AKC Customer Service 8051 Arco Corporate Drive, Suite 100 Raleigh, NC 27617-3390 Telephone: 919.233.9767 Email: info@akc.org 8:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. ET Weekdays (Monday - Friday) except holidays AKC Magazines (Editorial) phone: (212) 696-8200 fax: (212) 696-8239 This is the […]

The American Kennel Club is opposed to the ongoing crisis in Ukraine. In solidarity with Ukrainian people, judges from the Russian Federation will not be approved to judge at AKC sanctioned events. *UPDATE: Dogs born in Russia that have been exported to other countries, with registries recognized by the American Kennel Club (AKC) and registered in […]

Crate training is a vitally important part of bringing a dog of any age into your life and home. It can benefit puppies, adult dogs, and seniors in one way or another. Crate training can give dogs a sense of security and give owners more peace of mind. Breeders and Vets Recommend Crate Training Your […]

Spaniels go back to at least the 14th century, but their ancestry may be even older. As of 2025, the AKC recognizes 15 types of spaniel breeds.

The Harrier may look like a taller version of a Beagle, but this breed has its own distinctive history and talents. This member of the Hound Group, recognized in by the American Kennel Club in 1885, is known to be friendly and outgoing. Learn more about the breed with these Harrier fun facts. The First […]

The original American Water Spaniel history is shrouded in a bit of mystery, but these curly hunting dogs were bred with purpose.

Before "Good Boy" hits theaters, learn about the smallest of the AKC retrievers

It only happens once every five years: the Morris & Essex Dog Show. What used to be among the "it" events of the mid-20th century still has something...

A variety of ear muffs designed for dogs are helping to protect canine hearing. Here's why you might consider ear muffs for your dog.

Walk down the dog food aisle of any large pet-supply store, or peruse the shelves at your local pet food shop, and you can quickly become overwhelmed. This is especially true for new puppy owners, and probably even more so for first-time puppy owners. When did it get so complicated? In years past, dog food […]

Every year, the AKC publishes its list of breed rankings by popularity, based on registration statistics. 2022, the top 10 least popular breeds were: Pyrenean Shepherds (No. 190) Cesky Terriers (No. 191) Sussex Spaniels (No. 192) Harriers (No. 193) Azawakhs (No. 194) Belgian Laekenois (No. 195) American Foxhounds (No. 196) Sloughis (No. 197) Norwegian Lundehunds […]

The Harrier's history is rooted in the English indulgence of pursuing hare and the dog on which the sport and breed were founded.

I. This rule shall be known as "The Standing Rule on Delegate Committees". II. The goals of these committees are: To provide the broad-based independent involvement of the Delegates in matters affecting the dog fancy. To identify and utilize the expertise within the Delegate Body and within the fancy. III. The Delegates establish the following […]

The Board and Staff Liaisons are non-voting members of the Delegate Standing Committees. As liaisons, they are actively involved in committee discussion offering their knowledge, experiences and perspective. They advise on, arrange and/or assist with interactions between the AKC Delegate Body and AKC Executives and Staff. 2025 Delegate Committee Board Liaisons Coordinating Committee Davies, Knight […]

Animal Rights activists are again circulating petitions in Oregon to put an extreme measure on the November 2026 ballot that would criminalize the killing and breeding of animals. This initiative has been attempted in previous election cycles even though it has never qualified for the ballot. The campaign in favor the initiative has been raising […]

The Spotlight shines on a representative of a rare breed excelling in League. Mai Tai is a Kromfohrlander – a medium-sized breed that originated in Germany. The breed, which comes in wire and smooth coats, is in the AKC Foundation Stock Service (FSS) moving towards full breed recognition. Mai Tai is an accomplished agility dog, […]

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