[caption id="attachment_208051" align="aligncenter" width="650"] Photo by Monique Krouse[/caption] 2025 AKC Scent Work Master National October 12-14, 2025 in Wilmington, Ohio at the Roberts Centre. DAY THREE RESULTS: Final Day Results Final Day Result Details Press Release DAY TWO RESULTS: TOP 100 DOGS ADVANCING TO DAY 3 ******RUN ORDER TODAY WILL BE - DOGS RANKED 1-50  […]

You've decided you'd like to show your dog -- where do you start? While there are different ways to proceed, some basic steps are important to your dog's future success and your enjoyment of the sport. First talk with the breeder of your dog. Is your dog show quality? Does the dog conform closely enough […]

2027 AKC National Agility Championship Built Ford Tough Livestock Complex at Expo Square Tulsa, Oklahoma March 11-14, 2027 News and Updates 8/1/2026 - The AKC Online Store NAC Eligibiliy report may be purchased if you wish to verify your dog's points and double-Qs prior to when the initial list of 2027 NAC Eligible dogs is publsihed […]

Strategies for Recovering Your Lost DogLosing a pet is scary and upsetting. Being calm and logical will help you make the best decisions to help you get your beloved pet back home safely. Recovering a lost dog isn’t impossible. Here are a few actions a dog owner should take: Before your pet has time to […]

The Small Munsterlander is a versatile hunting dog and natural retriever with a medium range, solid pointing instinct, and strong desire for the water. He has excellent tracking abilities for all types of work after the shot. These qualities are enhanced by intelligence and trainability.

MACH Jesse's Girl CDX BN RE MXB MJB XF T2B CA SWA SIE SEE SBE THDA CGC owned by Cris & Robert Ballenger of Wheaton, IL The very accomplished Jesse started her dog sports career in Obedience and Rally. She then moved on to Agility, earning her MACH at age 9. She is also a […]

    Bossman Sweetater Freighter RAE8 earned his eighth Rally Advanced Excellent (RAE) title on Feb. 14, 2015, at the Lakeland-Winter Haven Kennel Club dog show in Lakeland, FL. Eight-year-old Tater is owned by James & Barbara Roberts of Lakeland, FL, and is handled by James. The couple saved Tater a few years ago when […]

Police Officer Manuel Orellana and his K-9 Angel were recognized for their work on May 26, 2017 at the Staten Island Kennel Club Show as part of the American Kennel Club’s Canine Officers Program, which honors dogs who work in a public service role.  The Staten Island Kennel Club had the privilege to present the […]

  AKC FIT DOG is the perfect first title to earn with your dog! Fun activities such as hiking, walking, and swimming are all great ways to collect points while having fun with your dog. Begin working towards your fitness goals and building healthy habits today! Get Started

The AKC works with non-AKC service and sports organizations to recognize the titles that AKC-registered dogs earn in their programs. This includes the AKC Therapy Dog program and the AKC Search & Rescue program. AKC also recognizes titles of the Barn Hunt Association (BHA); North American Diving Dogs (NADD); the North American Flyball Association (NAFA); […]