Nekoda loves hiking and carrying his back pack through the Oregon wilderness with his owner Sally Freeman of Warrenton, OR. The 11-year-old mixed-breed dog is a member of the AKC Canine Partners program with the AKC formal name of Nekoda Pepper Freeman-Forster. If you would like to start hiking with your dogs and want them […]

[accordion] [accordion_panel title="Judy and the ACE Award: Creating and Supporting Arguments"] Learning Objectives Students will use evidence from the text to create an argument that is supported by valid reasoning and sufficient textual evidence. Grade Levels 9-10 Common Core Standard CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.9-10.1 Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of substantive topics or texts, using […]

In training, many times a student will comment that their dog lacks power. They speak with a conviction that tells me they believe the dog was born that way and will never change. In fact, I have personally witnessed many dogs become much stronger and steadier by simply building their confidence, which can be very […]

Learning Objective Students will be able to write multiplication word problems.   Grade Levels 3-5   Common Core Standard CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.OA.A.3 Use multiplication and division within 100 to solve word problems in situations involving equal groups, arrays, and measurement quantities, e.g., by using drawings and equations with a symbol for the unknown number to represent the […]

At this year’s AKC Detection Dog Conference, I was asked to create a scoring rubric for the weekly assessment records. You can find it on the webpage under the Records tab, along with the link for submitting your weekly records. This is adjustable based on the participants needs, but it should serve our purposes.

The English Foxhound is a substantial galloping hound of great stamina. His long legs are straight as a gatepost, and just as sturdy. The back is perfectly level. And the chest is very deep, “girthing” as much as 31 inches on a hound measuring 24 inches at the shoulder, ensuring plenty of lung power for […]

Online Record Keeping Service (ORKS) is a secure repository for your breeder records. Log in to ORKS to create, maintain, and view your litter and puppy registration information and the mating and birth records for your dogs. Whether you can enter information for a dog depends on whether you are the registered owner of that […]

The Pekingese, a compact toy companion of regal bearing and a distinctive rolling gait, is one of several breeds created for the ruling classes of ancient China. These are sophisticated dogs of undying loyalty and many subtle delights.

The Chow Chow, an all-purpose dog of ancient China, presents the picture of a muscular, deep-chested aristocrat with an air of inscrutable timelessness. Dignified, serious-minded, and aloof, the Chow Chow is a breed of unique delights.

The detection dog capable of working undistracted from its task in any environment is a very rare dog. European vendors selling dogs to the United States government, with many years of experience, often have an acceptance rate under 50%. In a government supported breeding program for detection dogs, the acceptance rate was under 20% for […]

Learning Objectives Students will make inferences from text to determine a character’s personality traits, consider what jobs might best suit them, and then create a business card that highlights their traits.   Grade Levels 6-8   Common Core Standard CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.1 Cite the textual evidence that most strongly supports an analysis of what the text says […]

The AKC Responsible Dog Owner Pet Promise, created to bring the spirit of AKC Responsible Dog Ownership Day to life and adapted from the AKC Canine Good Citizen Responsible Dog Owner's Pledge, reminds us that raising a happy and healthy pet is more than just playtime and pampering. Sign the petition to show your commitment […]

AKC Canine Partners member Kimberwulf, a Poodle-Shih Tzu mix, loves going for a bike ride with her mom, Patty Buckels of Apache Junction, AZ. She wears her protective glasses and sun visor and is ready to relax in the basket that secures to Patty's handlebars. Such baskets are a great way for your small dog […]

The streamlined Redbone Coonhound, an American original, is even-tempered, mellow, and kindly at home but a tiger on the trail. Vigorous activities like hunting and swimming between long periods of rest is the rhythm of coonhound life.

AKC Canine College is dedicated to creating quality online courses for judges, groomers, breeders, trainers and the general dog-owning public. Our goal is to provide a valuable supplemental online educational tool for all breeds recognized by the American Kennel Club. Judges and breed enthusiasts will be able to access these courses anytime, anywhere! The American […]

Links to documents and forms needed to administer Conformation events are listed below. A club must have multiple blank copies of most of the forms available, so it is suggested that clubs print the forms prior to the event or have access to the forms and a printer available at the event. Some completed forms […]

They don’t build ’em like this anymore. Burly and barrel-chested, the tousle-coated dog of Flandres is from a time and place where a dog had to work like … well, a dog. These smart and steady all-purpose workers make excellent watchdogs.

With the Litter number and Dam (female parent) certification issue date from your Dog Registration Application or Registration Certificate, you can enter or maintain contact information for new owners of your puppies. AKC then contacts the new puppy buyers with a letter explaining the benefits of AKC registration. Litter Authentication helps ensure the continued health […]

What is a Therapy Dog? Therapy dogs are dogs who go with their owners to volunteer in settings such as schools, hospitals, and nursing homes. From working with a child who is learning to read to visiting a senior in assisted living, therapy dogs and their owners work together as a team to improve the […]

The new AKC Museum of the Dog in New York City isn't just about dogs — it was made by them. Before you even enter, you'll see digital dogs scampering across the top of the museum windows. But they're not animated. They are real dogs whose movements were captured against a green screen on a treadmill. […]

The goal is simple- To create a national breeding cooperative. To get there will take a leap of faith by many to leave behind “their comfortable misconceptions”. http://dilbert.com/search_results?terms=comfortable+misconceptions Breed biases, training biases, and tradition must make room for advances. The social genetics of dogs by Fuller and Scot is nearly 80 years old, as is […]

Below you will find resources for webinars aired in 2020. Webinar Topic Link to Resources FSS and Miscellaneous Class January 29, 2020 at 8:00pm Mari-Beth O’Neill, AKC Vice President of Sports Services, will discuss Foundation Stock Service and Miscellaneous Class. Download Here  The Agility Course Test (ACT) Program February 26, 2020 at 8:00pm Carrie DeYoung, AKC […]

Below you will find the recordings and resources for webinars aired in 2020. Once you click on the link to view the recording, you will be required to enter your name and email address to view the recording. Webinar Topic Recording Link Resources FSS and Miscellaneous Class January 29, 2020 at 8:00pm Mari-Beth O’Neill, AKC Vice […]

The AKC offers four and five generation Research Pedigrees.  Research Pedigrees provide an online view of information about every dog in the pedigree, including name, registration number, colors and markings, competition titles, and any related health information, including AKC DNA registration information. Prices start at just $20 for a complete 4 generation Research Pedigree that […]

The AKC/Royal Canin National All-Breed Puppy & Junior Stakes is held in conjunction with the AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin   Orange County Convention Center Orlando, FL Friday, December 17, 2021   The AKC/Royal Canin National All-Breed Puppy & Junior Stakes is a competition created especially for purebred dogs aged 6-18 months (Puppies 6-12 months/ […]

What sets the AKC apart from other dog registries? Plenty!  AKC is the world’s largest all-breed dog registry and dog sport organization. AKC has more than 5,035 local and breed-based dog clubs throughout the U.S. AKC sanctions over 29,000 dog events per year with more than 3.5 million entries, including breed conformation, agility, obedience, field […]

The chin rest is a useful behavior for stress-free grooming, exams, procedures, and helping your dog relax. Follow these steps to teach the behavior.

Food-grade lick mats made of natural rubber or silicone aim to soothe, entertain, and enrich dogs. They're also easy to clean and offer many uses.

1. Understand the end goal for a detection dog. This is where behavior assessments and statements of work for purchase are very important (more info available on the website). 2. Use the educational resources on this website. – The blog is short snippets of information that should inspire questions via email or via the Face […]

Children learn best when they can actively engage with the material. Hands-on activities encourage children to think in unique ways and they create memorable learning experiences. We have provided hands-on activities for children in preschool through third grade. Build a Crate Make Your Own Dog Treats Dog's Colorful Day Feed the Dog Washing the Dog