AKC National Owner-Handled Series Finals held in conjunction with the AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin
Orange County Convention Center
Orlando, Florida
December 13 & 14, 2025
The AKC National Owner-Handled Series recognizes and showcases the quality dogs being exhibited by owner/handlers and provides a venue for the owner/handlers to compete against their peers. The determination of the awards in the AKC National Owner-Handled Series is based solely on the quality of the entry. The owner/handler’s handling ability is not of consideration.
The end of year competition for the AKC National Owner-Handled Series will be held in conjunction with the AKC National Championship. Dogs that finished ranked in the top ten (plus ties) for their breed for the current qualifying period will be allowed to compete in the competition.
For more information about the National Owner-Handled Series, check out the FAQs.
News & Updates
December 5, 2025
List of Vendors at the AKC National Championship Event Week December 9-13
December 3, 2025
Judging Program for AKC National-Owner Handled Series Final
October 6, 2025
The official AKC National Owner-Handled Series Finals Premium List is now online
July 31, 2025
Hotel Room Blocks Open on Thursday July 31st at 1PM ET
July 18, 2025
RV parking reservation form & information – This is for on-site overnight RV parking. Space is limited.
April 23, 2025
2025 AKC National Owner-Handled Series Judging Panel Released