The following Conformation Field Representatives attend all-breed and specialty shows throughout the year, serving as a liaison between clubs and the AKC. Field Reps provide show committees, exhibitors, breeders, judges and novices with information regarding rules, regulations, policies and procedures. They also assist in judges' education and the judging approval process. Sandra D'Andrea, Field Director, […]

AKC Canine Partners congratulates the All-American Dogs and their owners who competed and won honors at these national events this past weekend, Dec. 15-16, in Orlando, FL. AKC Agility Invitational: PNAC MACH9 PACH2 Logan Lake Hope and Kim Barton of Johnstown, OH made the finals and placed 5th in the 8-inch division.   AKC Juniors […]

Sophie keeps all the critters in her yard in line. Here, she appears to have treed a pesky squirrel! Her owner, Lori Marino of Tampa, FL, says Sophie keeps herself busy for hours, watching for rabbits, squirrels, and birds! To keep visitors at a minimum in your backyard, do not put up bird houses, bird […]

Emmy Emmy UD BN RE NA NAJ AXP AJP owned by Patricia Jane Martin & Yaro Hospodarsky of Mt. Vernon, IL Emmy was surrendered to the local fire station during the mortgage crisis of 2008. She ended up in the shelter where Patricia adopted her along with Jenny, another All-American Dog. “Both dogs settled right […]

Warrior Ancestors Many canine historians believe that huge, fierce Molossian dogs, kept by the Ancient Greeks, were brought to British shores by Phoenician traders in the sixth century BC and became the ancestors of the early mastiff-type dogs. These canine giants were used as dogs of war. Julius Caesar, in his account of the Roman […]

The AKC Archives preserves and provides access to historically significant records documenting the sport of purebred dogs in the United States. The Archives are organized into four major collecting areas: Clubs (AKC Parent Clubs and select Member Clubs) People (influential individuals in the sport) AKC Administrative Records Visual Materials (photographs and other graphic formats) In […]

We welcome all breeds, including All-American Dogs, to enroll in the AKC PupPals Program. Our goal is to have each breed represented. This allows us to fulfill special requests from children seeking a specific breed. It also allows us to introduce these wonderful, and sometimes rare, breeds to children. We are especially in need of […]

Sweet & Sassy Cajun UD BN GN RN owned by Birgit Mantilla of Chicago, IL Cajun was born just over 11 years ago at Birgit’s home. She was one of 10 puppies in Birgit’s first foster litter from animal control.  “Even though I did all I was supposed to with Cajun (going to classes, socialization), […]

Meet Willow Martin: Not Content to Sit and Watch! Name: Willow Martin Age: 17 Hometown: Williamsburg, VA Grade: 11th Family: Parents, Randi and David Martin AKC: How old is Violett and how did she come into your life? Willow: Violett (she has an extra “t” because she is extra special) turned 7 on April 17. She came into our lives by accident. When I was about 10, a […]

The 11th AKC Junior Agility Competition, sponsored by Eukanuba and held in conjunction with the 2021 AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin, takes place at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL, on Dec. 17. Good luck to these juniors and their All American Dogs who will be competing: Piper Grace Daube MX […]

Good luck to these juniors and their All American Dogs at the 10th AKC Junior Agility Competition. The event, sponsored by Eukanuba and held in conjunction with the 2020 AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin, takes place Friday, December 11, 2020 in Orlando, FL. Pedal To The Metal AX AXJ NF owned by Faith […]

Five-year-old Callie was the only Catahoula Leopard Dog who competed at the AKC Rally National Championship this weekend. She relies on modified ASL.

For the many millions of AKC.org readers plus those visiting New York City to attend the 149th Westminster Kennel Club dog show, the excitement of judging returning to Madison Square Garden (MSG), the world’s most famous arena, will build up a mighty appetite. We will make finding a memorable dining experience very easy for you. […]

Press Release   Wilmington, Ohio -- September 14-17, 2017 ​ Eukanuba Hall at the Roberts Centre ​   The first ever AKC Scent Work trials, held on September 14-17, 2017 at the Eukanuba Performance Games in Wilmington Ohio, were a terrific success. Ninety-seven dogs competed in the four-day event, representing 20 different US states and one […]

While the benefits of pet ownership far outweigh the costs, every responsible dog owner knows that along with love and companionship comes financial responsibility. An online survey of more than 1,000 visitors to www.akc.org determined what responsible owners can expect to pony-up for their pooch:  One-time costs such as a crate, spaying/neutering or emergency vet […]

THE FOLLOWING DOGS HAVE EARNED VCD TITLES ON THE DATES LISTED BELOW: Versatile Companion Dog 1 (VCD1) 1/10/2010. GCH CH Gebeba Clancy Poetic Justice VCD1 RAE OA AXJ, PBGV Owned by: Megan Esherick/David Esherick/Betty Barth/George Barth of LEESPORT, PA. 1/16/2010. CH Sunbreak's Rainman Of Hapines VCD1 RN MX MXJ NF, SPAN-ENGCKR Owned by: Cathy Dutra of NEWARK, […]

We have some big news to report about All-Americans succeeding at earning the top titles in Agility, Coursing Ability, Rally, Obedience, Scent Work, Tracking, and Trick Dog. Many dogs are also having success in AKC’s Virtual Titling programs! AGILITY AGCH (Agility Grand Champion) AGCH MACH2 Rosie La Bella MXC PDS MJC PJS MFG TQX T2B5 […]

AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB CROWNS WINNERS OF FIRST EVER AKC AGILITY PREMIER CUP PRESENTED BY EEM New York, N.Y. – The American Kennel Club (AKC®), the world's largest purebred dog registry and leading advocate for dogs, is pleased to announce the winners of the first ever AKC Agility Premier Cup Presented by EEM which was held […]

AKE 20.3 1889-1908 1.75 linear ft (in 2 flat boxes.) Processed by Brynn White, 2016   Click here for a printable PDF of the collection finding aid   The collection includes clippings of the 204 pen drawings by promiment dog painter and show judge Gustav Muss-Arnolt published between 1889 and 1908 in the American Kennel Club […]

    2023 AKC Fast CAT Invitational Best of Breed Winners Results as of 12/15/23 3:11PM ***All official and final results will be posted following the conclusion of the event*** Breed Call Name Owner Final Time Airedale Terrier Oliver Lauren Combs 7.754 Alaskan Klee Kai Isla Cheryl Simpson 8.746 Alaskan Malamute McKinley Nadaga Poist 8.645 […]