This is the talented shelter dog turned inspirational Therapy Dog and International Trick Dog Champion!  Noodles the Wonder Dog, a mixed-breed dog, is also an AKC Canine Good Citizen and entertains around the country to promote rescue. Learn more about Noodles at https://www.facebook.com/NoodlesTheWonderDog Rescue dogs, like Noodles, can be part of AKC events and sports through the […]

Discovery Channel debuted a new show, From Wags to Riches, on Aug. 6 about famed trainer Bill Berloni who adopts homeless animals and trains them for roles on Broadway and other entertainment productions. The show chronicles daily life with his family and their menagerie that includes several dogs, a parrot, ducks and a donkey. Rescue […]

The sport of AKC Scent Work is based on the work of professional detection dogs. All dogs (purebred and mixed breeds) can participate; even dogs with physical challenges are eligible. AKC Scent Work celebrates the joy of sniffing and asks dogs to sniff to their heart’s content. It turns a dog’s favorite activity into a […]

A New Canis Familiaris_ Develop a New Dog Breed Sensory Challenge: Human vs Canine The Ecology of Dog Food – What’s in it and were did it come from? Learning about Energy through Canine Sports

Below you will find resources for webinars aired in 2020. Webinar Topic Link to Resources FSS and Miscellaneous Class January 29, 2020 at 8:00pm Mari-Beth O’Neill, AKC Vice President of Sports Services, will discuss Foundation Stock Service and Miscellaneous Class. Download Here  The Agility Course Test (ACT) Program February 26, 2020 at 8:00pm Carrie DeYoung, AKC […]

2017 AKC Scholarship Recipient Samantha Van Buren I am currently attending the University of Minnesota. I am studying environmental studies and animal science. I plan to pursue a career in these fields. I also plan to stay involved with AKC dog events, as it is my passion and I think I can contribute positively to […]

The AKC Agility Department is excited to welcome Ronda Bermke of Wisconsin to the AKC Agility Field Representative team. Ronda started her new role on May 4. Ronda brings a wealth of experience to this position as a competitor, instructor and former judge. Canines and the sport of purebred dogs have been a central part […]

The first new Earthdog title since the program's inception in 1993 was announced on November 30, 2009. Five double qualifications in master and senior are the basis of the new title and the effective date was March 1, 2010. Up to four double qualifications earned prior to March 1 can be applied to the EE […]

I have two AKC dogs, a Sheltie named Tui and a Eurohound (English Pointer/German Shorthair Pointer/Alaskan Husky) named Nessie. I love agility, and I know my dogs love it as much as I do! Where I live, there are four distinct seasons; rainy Spring, hot Summer, blustery Fall, and snowy Winter; because of this, I […]

The Portuguese Sheepdog is exceptionally intelligent and lively. Very devoted to the shepherd and his herd, he can be somewhat wary of strangers and vigilant at night. Today, he is also an excellent companion, sporting and guard dog. He is known for his skillful ability to keep livestock in pastures and also for searching out […]