The Digital Collections provide remote access to historical materials from the AKC’s institutional archives. Vital documentation of the sport and enjoyment of the purebred dog has been digitized for preservation, with more to come. Explore select collections below. AKC Constitution and Bylaws (1884–1948) AKC Dog Show Rules (1884–1931) Board Meeting Minutes (1884–1925) Show, Obedience, and […]

About the Award AKC Public Education seeks to recognize AKC- licensed and member clubs that have made positive contributions to educating the public about AKC dog sports and events, purebred dogs, responsible dog ownership, and safety around dogs. By highlighting these efforts, AKC Public Education aims to support the club’s ongoing outreach and inspire others […]

Meet Allison Coolidge: Dog Training is her World Name: Allison Coolidge Age: 17 Hometown: Stuart, FL Grade: 11th Family: Parents, Jeannie and Rick; sister, Melissa, and brother, Ryan Allison was 9 years old when her family adopted Dharma -- Allison’s first dog. They started training for agility using furniture in the house, until Allison’s father […]

We have some big news to report about All-Americans succeeding at earning the top titles in Agility, Coursing Ability, Rally, Obedience, Scent Work, Tracking, and Trick Dog. Moreof you continue to enjoy success taking advantage of AKC’s Virtual Titling programs too! AGILITY AGCH (Agility Grand Champion) AGCH MACH4 Sassy RAE2 MXB2 PDS MJC PJS MFG TQX T2B6 CGC owned by […]

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); […]

AKC Dog Adventures Kids Camp is a five-part series of lessons that teaches youth ages 9-12 about the history of dogs, purebred dogs, AKC sports, careers with dogs, and more. The lessons include interactive lessons, group activities, crafts, and STEM-based projects that help kids engage with canine topics in meaningful ways. Campers will gain a […]

Badger is a mixed-breed rescue dog who lives with his owner in Australia. He has learned dozens of cute tricks through positive reinforcement training and aspires to be named Australia's most talented pup! In America, mixed-breed dogs can compete in AKC sports and programs through the AKC Canine Partners program.

All-Breed Shows All-Breed shows are conformation events that are held for the more than 190 breeds and varieties of dogs recognized by the AKC to compete in, unless otherwise noted on the club's premium list. Also listed under All-Breed are the Group Shows, or shows limited to one of the seven AKC Groups: Sporting, Hound, […]

2026 AKC World Team Tryouts Friday to Sunday, May 1-3, 2026 Premier Sports Center, Southampton, NJ   News and Updates 06/16/2026 -2027 AKC/USA World Team Tryouts (WTT) Regional Qualifiers 05/12/2026 -2026 World Team Tryouts results and maps have been published to Past Events Results

  By: Stephanie Kennerley “Just how fast is my dog?” Many owners have found themselves wondering that at one time or another. The FAST CAT®, one of AKC’s newest events, offers an answer. Launched in March of 2016, the FAST CAT® is a variation on the Coursing Ability Test. In the FAST CAT®, dogs chase […]