Press Releases

New York, NY— Wilderness Search and Rescue dogs, who use their air scenting or tracking abilities to locate missing persons, typically in a non-urban setting, will now be recognized by the American Kennel Club® (AKC®) with the new SAR-W title. The AKC already acknowledges dogs that are FEMA or State Urban Search and Rescue (SUSAR) […]

More Than 140 Grants in 45 States to Support Volunteer Teams   Raleigh, NC — The AKC Companion Animal Recovery (AKC CAR) Canine Support and Relief Fund recently awarded $413,000 in grants, the majority to K-9 Search and Rescue (SAR) teams.  Since 2002, AKC CAR has proudly supported the crucial role these volunteers play during […]

From one of the most popular breeds to one of the rarest, the American Kennel Club (AKC®) celebrates Mexico’s two native breeds in honor of Cinco de Mayo.    While neither will be shaking their maracas in celebration of their country’s heritage, both have played integral parts in Mexico’s history, having been known as healers. […]

Highlights from the April 22-23, 2013 meeting of the AKC Board of Directors are as follows. Full details on these actions, as well as other actions taken, are included in the minutes for the meeting, which will be posted on the AKC website. The Wirehaired Vizsla becomes eligible for AKC registration on June 2, 2014. […]

  New York, NY – Nineteen outstanding students from 14 states have been awarded American Kennel Club® (AKC®) Junior Scholarships for 2013. The scholarships – ranging from $1,000 to $2,000 – are offered annually to high school, college and graduate school students. “This year’s scholarship recipients have distinguished themselves through their commitment to academics, their […]

The second annual AKC Companion Events Extravaganza will run from March 27-30, 2014 at the Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex and Expo Center in Harrisburg, PA. The 2014 Extravaganza will include the AKC National Agility Championship, the AKC National Obedience Championship and the first-ever AKC Rally® National Championship. Due to the 2013 Rally National Competition’s enthusiastic […]

New Jersey Retailer Solidifies Position as “Top Dog” in Show Industry   Cherrybrook Premium Pet Supplies, Bedminster, N.J., the leading provider of show dog products, has become the exclusive sponsor of the American Kennel Club (AKC) Online Store. Under the arrangement, AKC online shoppers are directed seamlessly to Cherrybrook’s storefront offering more than 27,000 quality […]

New York, NY – The American Kennel Club, leading experts in the breeding, care and well-being of dogs for more than 128 years, is pleased that the sponsors and humane organizations supporting recently introduced North Carolina HB 930 agree that the AKC Care and Conditions of Dogs Policy offers the best standards of care for […]

New York, NY – The American Kennel Club is pleased to announce that Bryan Martin has been hired as an Executive Field Representative.  He will join the staff on April 15, 2013 and will be based in the Portland, Oregon area. "Bryan brings a broad base of knowledge to the position of Executive Field Representative, […]

New York, NY – The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) has announced that the Colorado Federation of Dog Clubs and the Stone City Kennel Club (IL) have been honored with AKC Community Achievement Awards for the first quarter of 2013.   The AKC Community Achievement Awards support and recognize outstanding public education and legislation efforts of […]