The American Kennel Club Announces The Launch of AKC Marketplace
The American Kennel Club (AKC®) is pleased to announce the launch of AKC Marketplace with enhanced form and functionality to better serve responsible breeders with the opportunity to promote themselves directly to potential dog owners. Through interactive profile pages, unlimited listings and a user-friendly experience, AKC Marketplace helps breeders get in front of more dog owners, showcase all […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/the-american-kennel-club-announces-the-launch-of-akc-marketplace/
| December 22, 2015
German Shepherd Dog Rumor Wins Best in Show at Largest Ever AKC/Eukanuba National Championship
GCH Lockenhaus' Rumor Has It V Kenlyn, a German Shepherd Dog known as “Rumor,” triumphed over more than 4,000 dogs to earn a $50,000 cash prize and the title of Best in Show at the AKC/Eukanuba National Championship, held this weekend in Orlando, Fla. “Rumor,” owned by Deborah Stern, Pamela Buckles, Patti Dukeman, Pam McElheney […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/german-shepherd-dog-rumor-wins-best-in-show-at-largest-ever-akc-eukanuba-national-championship/
| December 14, 2015
John Buddie Named 2015 AKC Breeder Of The Year
John Buddie was presented with the 2015 AKC Breeder of the Year award for his Tartanside Collies at the AKC/Eukanuba National Championship on Saturday, December 12, 2015. The annual award honors those breeders who have made an impact on their breed and dedicated their lives to improving the health, temperament and quality of purebred dogs. […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/2015-akc-breeder-of-the-year/
| December 13, 2015
GWP GCH Ripsnorter Reigning At Thunder Myst Wins Best In Show At 2015 AKC NOHS Finals
The AKC National Owner-Handled Series (NOHS) Finals Best in Show honors went to GCH Ripsnorter Reigning At Thunder Myst, a German Wirehaired Pointer known affectionately as “Reggie” owned by Steve & Betsy Bernock and Lisa George. The 2015 NOHS Finals Best in Show winner was crowned by judge Mrs. Murrel Purkhiser after a day of […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/gwp-gch-ripsnorter-reigning-at-thunder-myst-wins-best-in-show-at-2015-akc-nohs-finals/
| December 11, 2015
AKC/Eukanuba Canine Breeder Excellence Seminar To Provide Educational Opportunities For Breeders
Among the many activities at the 2015 AKC/Eukanuba National Championship, AKC and EUKANUBA™ Dog Foods will offer the first-ever Canine Breeder Excellence Seminar, powered by Royal Canin and the Theriogenology Foundation. Attendees will receive cutting edge information on a variety of reproductive topics straight from the veterinary experts. All breeders are welcome. When: […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/canine-breeder-excellence-seminar/
| November 9, 2015
The American Kennel Club Announces Strategic Partnership with FidoTV
The American Kennel Club (The AKC®) would like to announce that it has partnered with new network FidoTV, the first television programming channel dedicated solely to dog lovers on Dish Network (Channel 245). As part of this strategic partnership, FidoTV will air the 2015 American Kennel Club/Eukanuba National Championship evening events December 12th and 13th. […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/fido-tv/
| October 29, 2015
AKC Announces Recipients of the 2016 Lifetime Achievement Awards
The American Kennel Club® (AKC) is pleased to announce the winners of the 2016 AKC® Lifetime Achievement Awards: Patti L. Strand (Conformation), John Cox (Companion Events) and John Russell (Performance). The Awards, first created and awarded in 1999, are presented in recognition of exceptional participation and achievement within the dog fancy. The finalists and winners, […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-announces-recipients-of-the-2016-lifetime-achievement-awards/
| October 26, 2015
Westminster Kennel Club & American Kennel Club Set to Take Over NYC With MEET & COMPETE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Date: October 15, 2015 The 2016 Event Promises to be “Bigger and Better” New York, NY – The Westminster Kennel Club and American Kennel Club (AKC®) present Meet & Compete, featuring the 3rd Annual Masters Agility Championship at Westminster and AKC Meet the Breeds®, brought to you […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/meet-and-compete-2016/
| October 15, 2015
Five Heroic Dogs Honored With AKC® Humane Fund Awards For Canine Excellence (ACE)
New York, NY – The AKC® Humane Fund has announced the winners of the 16th annual AKC Humane Fund Awards for Canine Excellence (ACE). These awards commemorate five loyal, hard-working dogs that have significantly impacted the lives of their owners and people in their communities. One award is presented in each of the following five […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/five-heroic-dogs-honored-with-akc-humane-fund-awards-for-canine-excellence-ace/
| October 7, 2015
The American Kennel Club Appoints Dr. Jerry Klein Chief Veterinary Officer
Dr. Klein brings with him over 35 years of experience in the Veterinary field. Currently, he is the Supervising Veterinarian at the Chicago Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Center. He is an active member of several professional organizations including the American Veterinary Medical Association, Illinois State Veterinary Medical Association, the Veterinary Emergency & Critical Care Society, […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/dr-jerry-klein-chief-veterinary-officer/
| October 6, 2015