For the complete requirements for eligibility, download the Special Registry Services booklet on the Rules and Regulations page. You may also find helpful information by visiting our Frequently Asked Questions. Foreign Dogs may be eligible for registration in the AKC Stud Book, provided: The dog is of a breed eligible for individual registration in the […]

January is National Train Your Dog Month and there's no better way to celebrate the bond between you and your canine companion than by introducing some fun into your daily routine. Tricks training is a great way to do that. National Train Your Dog Month was established six years ago by the Association of Professional […]

From puppies to senior dogs, learn how nutrition supports mobility, skin and coat health, and overall wellness throughout life.

Is it safe to have dogs and small pets in the same home? Learn more about the risks and training to help them coexist.

Can dogs eat pork? Find out how to feed pork safely to your dog and why cured, salted, or raw pork could be potentially dangerous to your pet.

Your dog may love you but they also have a fear of new people. Here's how to help your dog's fear of strangers for a better public experience.

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

Hyperkeratosis refers to the overproduction of keratin, the protein that makes up a dog's hair, skin, and nails. Learn about the condition.

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, […]

Some dog breeds are easy to say. Others, like the Nederlandse Kooikerhondje, are trickier. Learn proper ways to pronounce tough breed names.