When a Foundation Stock Breed is accepted in the FSS program the clubs may designate a domestic registry or club registry for recording. Eligibility for FSS Recording The dog must be of a breed eligible for FSS Recording. The dog must be born in the United States The dog must first be registered with a […]

This lesson is especially useful for English learners living in Southern states, as one of the participants in the video has a southern accent. ELL Level Advanced Materials needed Web enabled device to play audio from this akc.tv episode: AKC TV Episode Lesson Have students listen to (without seeing) the first two and a half minutes of the […]

Beth Kirven of West Columbia, South Carolina, has always had Sporting dogs — her first dog as an adult was an English Cocker. But once she married and had children, she decided to ditch the grooming and go for some smooth operators: namely, Pointers, acquiring her first from the late Susan Thompson of Solivia Pointers […]

Lure coursing clubs should be aware of the following:  Clubs are reminded to inform the Performance Events Department if they have to cancel their event by calling: 919-816-3908 or sending  an email to:  perfcancel@akc.org. Clubs at their option can now send  copies of  their results including their Secretary Report in PDF format via email to:  performanceresults@akc.org. Clubs will then be contacted to confirm […]

The Spotlight shines on a representative of a rare breed excelling in League. Mai Tai is a Kromfohrlander – a medium-sized breed that originated in Germany. The breed, which comes in wire and smooth coats, is in the AKC Foundation Stock Service (FSS) moving towards full breed recognition. Mai Tai is an accomplished agility dog, […]

This issue’s spotlight shines on Tulla, who represents the tallest breed of dog and one seldom seen in the agility ring: the Irish Wolfhound. But Tulla’s owner & handler, Traci Kinard, tells us that Tulla loves the sport & delights in hearing the crowds cheer her on! She says they are proud to represent giant […]

I first started showing dogs in the early 2000s, taking my mixed-breed dog Rocky to our local 4-H dog training group. Under the guidance of Ms. Rita LaPointe and the Cave Canem 4-H group in Massachusetts, students learned how to handle our dogs in obedience, present them in conformation, and understand the health and well-being […]

The Plott is a member of the Hound Group that specializes in hunting big game such as wild boar, mountain lions, and even bear. These courageous and athletic dogs are also excellent raccoon hunters and excel at chasing and treeing these crafty animals. The Plott is a true American breed that was developed in the […]

Interested in Cavalier King Charles Spaniel history? Here's how the breed began, how it's related to the King Charles Spaniel, and more.

Meet Hungary’s russet-coated dog-of-all-trades: the Vizsla. While talking with the breed’s American fanciers, it seems the exclamation point and the Vizsla were made for each other. If this breed could talk (one of the few things it can’t do—yet) it would say things like “Yes I can!,” “Go for it!” and other such interjections that […]