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Expert Advice: News
The Most Popular Dog Breeds of 2024
Based on American Kennel Club registration statistics, we rank the most popular dog breeds in America each year. The French Bulldog takes the No. 1 spot!
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/most-popular-dog-breeds-2024/
| March 18, 2025

Expert Advice: Health
Laser Therapy in Dogs: Uses, Side Effects, and Alternatives
Laser therapy for dogs can be a helpful complementary or alternative treatment option for managing inflammation, chronic pain or wound healing.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/laser-therapy-in-dogs/
| March 7, 2025

Expert Advice: Health
Sepsis in Dogs: Signs, Symptoms, Treatments
When germs like bacteria and viruses enter a dog's body, they can cause an infection. If the infection reaches the bloodstream, it can set off a chain...
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/sepsis-in-dogs/
| February 21, 2025

Expert Advice: General Health
Dog Skincare: Taking Care of Your Dog’s Skin
Regularly bathing your dog, brushing their coat, and feeding them a balanced diet is all part of a balanced skincare routine.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/dog-skincare/
| February 21, 2025

Expert Advice: Events
Border Collie ‘Vanish’ Wins 2025 Masters Agility Championship at Westminster
The 12th annual Masters Agility Championship at Westminster has crowned its winner! Border Collie 'Vanish' and Emily Klarman, took home the top prize.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/westminster-masters-agility-2025/
| February 9, 2025

Expert Advice: News
Dog Owners Offer Help as a Fire Disaster Rage Through Los Angeles
As flames ricocheted throughout the Altadena, California community, Irish Water Spaniel breeder Florence Blecher knew she needed to act.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/los-angeles-fires-dog-owners/
| January 21, 2025

Expert Advice: Breed History
History of the AKC Breed Groups: Why Are There Seven Groups?
There's a reason why the AKC divides its breeds into seven groups. That reason is a mixture of tradition and breed function. But why?
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/history-akc-breed-groups/
| January 17, 2025
Press Releases
2025 AKC NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP JUDGING PANEL NOW AVAILABLE
The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) is pleased to announce the judging panel for the 25th AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin to be held at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida on Saturday, December 13 and Sunday, December 14, 2025. The 2025 event will showcase the top canine athletes and will also […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/2025-akc-national-championship-judging-panel-now-available/
| March 13, 2025
Press Releases
AKC AGILITY LEAGUE CROWNS SEASON 8 CHAMPIONS
The American Kennel Club (AKC®), a not-for-profit organization, the world’s largest purebred dog registry and leading advocate for dogs, is excited to announce that the AKC Agility League recently concluded its eighth season of competition and honored its top teams and competitors. Team champions were named in each of the 10 divisions, including the League’s […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-agility-league-crowns-season-8-champions/
| January 16, 2025
Sports & Events
Judges’ Study Guides
AKC Group Standards Download AKC approved breed standards by complete group for use on any portable electronic device. Sporting Hound Working Terrier Toy Non-Sporting Herding Misc. Judges Study Guide No single written guide is ever comprehensive enough to be the only learning tool utilized in preparation for judging a new breed. We urge you to […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/conformation/judging-information/judges-study-guides/
| February 18, 2025