General Info
Q: In the previous search there was a Single Breed – Past Events tab that allowed me to generate a list of events where at least one dog from a specific breed competed. How do I generate that list in the new AKC Event Search and Results?
A: The Single Breed – Past Events report is not available as part of the new AKC Event Search and Results. We are working to make this report available to our customers. In the interim, we are prepared to assist customers obtain the data they used to get from the report. Please send an email to reports@akc.org with the competition(s), breed, and month you are requesting.
Search Filters
Q: When I use the Search by City option, it brings back events I am not interested in. How do I stop that?
A: First verify that the Distance From City filter reflects the distance you are looking for. If you are looking for events in a certain area, pairing the Date Range filter with the Location filter will narrow the search results to events that may interest you. If you are searching for only events your breed is eligible to participate in, make sure and select that specific breed in the Breed filter as well.
Q: How do I search for events across all states?
A: The Search by State option defaults to All Cities & States. If you do not specifically select any states under this option, the search will be across all states. The Search by City search option provides a city and radius combination filter to filter the location of events. If you want to search for events in all states, use any city for a base and use the “Any Distance” radius option.
Q: I don’t know the name of the city the show is in. How am I supposed to find it?
A: You don’t have to know the exact city an event is in. For instance, you may not know that the Maryland State Fairgrounds is in Timonium, MD. However, you know it is near Baltimore so you can use Baltimore, MD as the base city and a distance away of 50 miles. That will make the shows in Timonium, MD candidates for return in the search.
Q: I type in the name of the city and see it in the list, but the system does not keep it. What is up with that?
A: You have to click on the city name within the dropdown to set it as the selected city.
Q: How do I limit my search to only Conformation events offering Junior Showmanship?
A: In the Conformation Events section, if you select the All-Breed and Group or Specialties filter, an option to “Limit to Junior Showmanship” will be enabled.
Q: How do I limit my search to only Conformation events offering the AKC National Owner-Handled Series (NOHS)?
A: In the Conformation Events section, if you select the All-Breed and Group or Specialties filter, an option to “Limit to National Owner Handled Series” will be enabled.
Q: How do I limit my search to only Companion events that are being held as a Junior Showcase?
A: In the Companion Events section, if you select the Agility, Obedience, or Rally filter, an option to “Limit to Junior Showcase” will be enabled.
Q: Why do you clear out my search filters when I go back to the search page?
A: If you want to perform a new search or modify the filters of your current search, do not click on the back button of your browser. All your search filters are available for modification by clicking on the tabs in the top bar of your Summary of Results page. Click on the icon (trophy, dog paw calendar, etc.) in the top bar and the search filters will display for editing. Change one or many search filters and then click on Refine Search to execute a new search.
Q: I am having trouble setting the Starting and Ending dates in the Date Range filter. Do you have any tips?
A: The most common issue users encounter when using the calendar widget for the dates is that when they change the month and/or year, they do not click on a date within the calendar is presented. You must click on a date within the calendar to set the date.
Summary of Results
Q: How do I find the event secretary/superintendent and event chairperson?
A: In the upper right hand corner of the summary information returned for an event is a right facing chevron (>). Click on the chevron and additional information will display for the event, including the event secretary/superintendent and event chairperson. Alternatively, you can click on the View Complete Event Details link.
Q: How can I see the classes and judges panel for an event?
A: From you list of events, click on the link labeled View Complete Event Details. Clicking on that link will generate an Event Detail Report.
Q: Why aren’t the classes and judges displayed in the summary result information for the event?
A: Based on feedback and analysis, the classes and judge assignments are not published as part of the summary result information for the event. Complete event information can be found by clicking on the View Complete Event Details link. Clicking on that link will generate an Event Detail Report.
Q: How can I see the results for an event?
A: Use the search filters, including setting the Date Range to past dates, to get a list of summary result information. From you list of events, click on the link labeled View Complete Event Details. Clicking on that link will generate an Event Detail Report for the event, which will display the results for events that have has their results processed.
Q: The summary results do not display all of the events I was expecting. What happened?
A: There are three common reasons this could occur. The first is that, as it has always been, the AKC does not display information for events that have not had their application processed. The club submitting the application is a confirmation of the date and site the event will be held. Once the application is processed, the event information can be displayed, even if the event is in a pending status. The second common reason is if the search parameters used results in more than 300 events being returned. The number of events returned is limited to 300 to prevent users from have computer memory issues. The third reason is if the search parameters excluded the candidate event from being returned.
Save to Excel
Q: How do I make the Excel file easier to read?
A: Click on the upper right corner of the Excel spreadsheet. This is the box to the left of column A and above row 1. This will highlight the entire spreadsheet. Alternatively, you can use other methods to highlight all of the spreadsheet cells. On the Home tab, in the Cells group, click Format. Under Cell Size, click AutoFit Column Width.
Q: When I save my Excel file, it wants to save it as file with a .txt (Unicode Text) extension rather than Excel. How do I save my file in Excel format?
A: Below the File Name box should be a dropdown box labeled “Save as type”. Click on the arrow in the box to open up the type options and chose the extension for Excel Workbook.
Support
Q: Who do I contact for support for the Event and Awards Search?
A: Please contact the Event Operations department at eventplans@akc.org or 919-816-3579.