Does your dog love to run? AKC Fast CAT (Coursing Ability Test) and is a popular and fast-paced dog sport for dogs of all sizes.

Your dog's name reflects their personality and helps you effectively communicate with them. But how do you choose the perfect name? Here are some tips.

AKC understands that local animal rights groups are putting increased pressure on local cities in Arizona (particularly Phoenix) to enact breeder regulations in an effort to address shelter population concerns.  This is a trend we are increasingly  seeing in cities throughout the United States. While nothing has been formally introduced, now is the time for […]

Recent research at Duke University followed 101 Labrador Retriever puppies to discover what cognitive skills puppies possess and when they develop.

My name is Skylar Sowiecki and I am a 15 year old junior handler. I train dogs and compete with my own in various sports. The biggest thing that people seem to forget about when training for dog sports is that having a good relationship with your dog will always make your 'performance' better. Having […]

Melanie Bereckis, of Jolanie Schnauzers in Washington, made the decision to get a Standard Schnauzer while living in Germany with her family. They wanted a dog with a natural protection instinct that is good with children and is no- to low-shedding. A Miniature Schnauzer was her longtime dog growing up, so she was intrigued by […]

The American Kennel Club (AKC®), a not-for-profit organization, and the world’s largest purebred dog registry and leading advocate for dogs, is pleased to announce that the AKC Agility League held its second live championship from August 29th through August 31st at Purina Farms in Gray Summit, MO, bringing together league teams from around the country […]

The Finnish Lapphund was recognized by the AKC in 2011, but they're an ancient breed. Learn more about Finnish Lapphund history!

With autumn at our doorstep, attention is turning to the critical elections scheduled for November. While the presidential race and congressional control capture headlines, it's essential for responsible dog owners to recognize the importance of local and state elections on legislation directly affecting them. The American Kennel Club (AKC) has launched a 2024 Election Center […]

The following are highlights of the numerous bills in Congress that could impact dog owners and the wellbeing of dogs. Visit our 2024 Legislation Tracking map and click on “Federal Bills” on the map to get the latest updates on federal bills currently being monitored by the AKC. Highlights of issues we are currently addressing on the […]