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 […]

Applications will be available by e-mailing your request to: handlers@akc.org, calling 919-816-3884 or writing to: American Kennel Club, Attn: Handlers Department, 8051 Arco Corporate Drive, Suite 100, Raleigh, NC 27617-3390. AKC staff will process receipt of applications making sure all sections of the form have been completed and the nonrefundable application fee of $100 has […]

How often do dogs go into heat? What does a dog's heat cycle look like? Learn more about the signs of a dog in heat, and how to care for dogs in heat.

A variety of ear muffs designed for dogs are helping to protect canine hearing. Here's why you might consider ear muffs for your dog.

If you’re expecting a litter you probably want to be able keep an eye on them even when you’re not in the room. Tractor Supply Company has you covered with the Ideal Pet Vision Live HD Camera available to order at https://www.tractorsupply.com/! This camera uses your home WiFi signal to connect to an app or […]

The AKC collection is one of the largest purebred dog art collections in the world. Consisting of more than 200 pieces, including paintings, sculptures, and prints, the artwork features primarily 19th and 20th century European and American artists. The collection is not available for loan, and is strictly a research resource. The Library is available […]

An AKC Pedigree is a printed or electronic document that displays the lineage of an AKC dog and important information about the ancestors in a dog's family tree. The AKC is pleased to offer these pedigree products: Printed Certified Pedigrees Handsomely printed, our AKC Certified Pedigree is available online with up to 4- generations. A […]

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 American Kennel Club (AKC ®) is pleased to congratulate the AKC European Open Junior Agility Team on their achievements at the 2018 FCI European Open Junior Agility event held in the Netherlands July 13-15, 2018. The Juniors competed based on their ages – Children are under 15 years of age & Juniors are 15 […]

  The American Kennel Club (AKC) and AKC Companion Animal Recovery (AKC-CAR) continue to lead efforts in making supplies and other assistance available to the California authorities dealing with animals in areas affected by the wildfires. Donations of crates, scanners, etc., have been made to the follow organizations to date: Norton Air Force base (serving […]