The Ibizan Hound is a lithe and leggy visitor from the dawn of civilization, bred as a rabbit courser on the rocky shores of Spain’s Balearic Islands. World-class sprinters and leapers, Ibizans need ample space to air out their engines.

The AKC works with non-AKC service and sports organizations to recognize the titles that AKC-registered dogs earn in their programs. This includes the AKC Therapy Dog program and the AKC Search & Rescue program. AKC also recognizes titles of the Barn Hunt Association (BHA); North American Diving Dogs (NADD); the North American Flyball Association (NAFA); […]

The Public Education department offers many resources to teach children about purebred dogs, dog sports, responsible dog ownership, and safety around dogs. If you are looking for a resource on a specific topic please email publiced@akc.org. The links below contain valuable resources that can be accessed for free at any time. Teachers Pay Teachers Store […]

The AKC Canine Partners News is a digital newsletter for and about dogs in the Canine Partners program. It is produced quarterly and distributed via email. The publication has earned top honors at the Dog Writers Association of America awards, including winning the Best Online Newsletter category three times. Regular features include Training Tips, Junior […]

Don't let the weather stop you from having fun with your dog. Try some activities you'll both enjoy, like skijoring or snowshoeing.

No matter the weather or how many dogs you have, there are walks and work to be done; sometimes, water will be involved. Wet, cold, and freezing conditions make it more challenging and time-consuming to complete daily tasks, especially those involving dogs. Here are some products and tips to help make the wet winter chores […]

Cover of Snow Offers No Protection From Pests for Dogs Fleas, ticks and other pests seem to be year-round tormentors of dogs, some veterinarians say. Snow may be covering the ground, but dog owners must still be vigilant about pest control, says veterinarian Michael Dryden, of Kansas State University, in an article on the Companion […]

Gripping can be a very controversial subject. I believe the answer is reflected in the kind of work the handler needs to complete and the urgency of the job. For example, some people may have a small herd or flock that has been trained to respect dogs. If a problem arises, they may have time […]

Club Resources All the forms and resources your club needs to host an AKC Pointing Breed Field Trial: After the Event Results must be submitted to AKC Performance Events within 7 days after the event and can be emailed to: performanceresults@akc.org Pointing Breed Field Trial Forms Other Forms and Publications Event Application Junior Handler Certification Pointing […]

The AKC Grand Championships application is your online reference for the top dogs in every state, sorted by breed and by the number of points accumulated annually. Dogs are ranked by their points totals, and may appear in the listings for more than one state if their owners of record reside in multiple states. The […]