Each September, the American Kennel Club hosts AKC Responsible Dog Ownership Day to educate first-time dog owners about the responsibilities of dog ownership and help current owners enhance their relationships with their pets. Owning a dog has endless rewards, but it’s important to be aware of the responsibilities that come along with it.
The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) hosts a flagship Responsible Dog Ownership Day event in Raleigh, NC each year to celebrate the human-canine bond. In 2020, the AKC kept the tradition going by holding a virtual event due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. This year, the AKC is excited to share that we will be holding a socially-distanced in-person event on September 11th, 2021 at the North Carolina State Fairgrounds in Raleigh, NC!
2021 Flagship AKC RDO Day
Date: Saturday, September 11, 2021
Where: North Carolina State Fairgrounds
Holshouser Building
1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, NC 27607
Time: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. E.T.
Schedule: TBD
Get Involved From Home
We encourage all responsible dog owners to take a pledge to follow the pet promise.
If your dog isn’t already a Canine Good Citizen, it’s time to start training! There are many ways you can train for CGC skills from home. Once your dog is ready, contact an evaluator and set up an in-person assessment.
Enrich your dog’s life by getting started in a new sport or activity from home. There are many AKC titles you can earn from your house.
Try out new training exercises and sports from the comfort and safety of your home:
- Teach Your Puppy These 5 Basic Commands
- How to Teach Your Dog Scent Work at Home
- Canine Cavaletti: Equine Exercises You Can Do At Home With Your Dog
- Three Easy Do-At-Home Exercises For Senior Dogs
- DIY Cognitive Dog Toys for When You Are Stuck at Home