The American Kennel Club Announces Recipients of AKC Paw Of Courage Award
The American Kennel Club (AKC®), the world’s largest purebred dog registry, announces the launch of its newest award, the AKC Paw of Courage, in an effort to show appreciation for the many sacrifices that working dogs make while serving and protecting our country. This award specifically recognizes the extraordinary sacrifices of dogs who have been […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/the-american-kennel-club-announces-recipients-of-akc-paw-of-courage-award/
| May 23, 2016
THE AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB INTRODUCES NEW ENTRY LEVEL AGILITY CLASSES
The American Kennel Club (AKC®), the world’s largest dog registry and advocate for all dogs, is pleased to announce the introduction of two new entry level agility classes, ACT 1 and ACT 2 (Agility Course Test). The classes provide shorter courses with basic obstacles that are appropriate for dogs beginning in the sport. ACT is […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/the-american-kennel-club-introduces-new-entry-level-agility-classes-1/
| May 17, 2016
Nominate a Dog for an AKC Humane Fund Award for Canine Excellence
To celebrate the dogs who do extraordinary things in the service of humankind, the AKC Humane Fund is seeking YOUR nominations for its AKC Humane Fund Awards for Canine Excellence (ACE). Nominations are now open and winners will be announced in Fall 2016. Each year, the AKC Humane Fund pays tribute to five dedicated, hardworking dogs […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-humane-fund-ace-nominations-open-for-2016/
| May 12, 2016
American Kennel Club Launches I Am A Breeder Video Series
The American Kennel Club (AKC®) announced today the launch of the brand new “I Am a Breeder” video series. The series is aimed at promoting responsible breeders and the love they have for their dogs to the general public. “Responsible dog breeders have a depth of knowledge and a level of commitment to purebred dogs […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/american-kennel-club-launches-i-am-a-breeder-video-series/
| May 11, 2016
Congressional Resolution Designates May 1st as National Purebred Dog Day
In celebration of yesterday’s National Purebred Dog Day, U.S. Senator Thom Tillis of North Carolina has introduced Senate Resolution 447. This resolution would officially designate May 1st as National Purebred Dog Day (NPDD), highlighting the crucial role that purebred dogs and breeders of purebred dogs have played in United States history and spotlighting the many […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/national-purebred-dog-day-resolution/
| May 2, 2016