We’re excited to announce the return of the AKC Public Education Programs & Resources webinars, hosted by AKC Public Education, taking place on:
October 7, 2025, at 5:30 PM (EST)
November 11, 2025, at 5:30 PM (EST)
These free, 60-minute sessions will highlight the wide range of educational programs and resources offered by AKC Public Education and will include:
Sign up for the October 7 webinar here: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/1497131764993174357
Sign up for the November 11 webinar here: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/1721577272594600544
Webinars are open to all, but registration is required. If you don’t see a topic that interests you, we encourage you to submit your suggestions to the AKC Education Department. Previous webinars are also available on demand at: akc.org.
We’re also pleased to share an important update to the AKC Code of Sportsmanship. The newly revised AKC Code of Sportsmanship and Civility reaffirms our unwavering commitment to integrity, respect, and the highest standards of conduct for all participants in AKC-sanctioned events. The updated code emphasizes the values of fair play, honesty, courtesy, and mutual respect—principles that define the spirit of our community. Participants are encouraged to engage in spirited competition while prioritizing the health and welfare of their dogs and upholding the rules and spirit of the sport. These standards apply across all AKC events—Conformation, Performance, Companion, and Family Dog—helping to foster a culture of respect and responsibility that has supported our sport’s success for over 140 years.
In keeping with these values, we are proud to introduce the President’s Sportsman Award, a new honor recognizing individuals who embody the principles of the AKC Code of Sportsmanship and Civility.
This award celebrates those who consistently demonstrate integrity, mentorship, and respect within the dog sports community. One Adult and one Junior recipient will be selected by an independent committee and invited to attend the AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin this December in Orlando, Florida, where the awards will be formally presented.
Know someone who exemplifies these values? We invite you to submit a nomination here.
Lastly, we are thrilled to spotlight the third annual AKC Agility League Championship, held in conjunction with the first 2025 North American Diving Dogs (NADD) Fall Fling, taking place:
September 26–28, 2025
T. Ed Garrison Arena – Pendleton, South Carolina
Presented by Purina Pro Plan
This action-packed weekend will feature competitions at every League level:
With 33% more entries than last year, over 90 teams and 500 dogs from across the country are expected to compete. Teams of three to eight dogs will compete in three Agility rounds, with overall scores calculated as the average of all team members. Top teams and individual performers will be crowned in each division.
Learn more about this year’s championship and the AKC Agility League here: https://www.akc.org/akc-agility-league/akc-agility-league-championship/
Alongside the Agility competition, the NADD Fall Fling will offer three days of thrilling Dock Diving in:
More details about NADD and the Fall Fling are available here: https://northamericadivingdogs.com/
At the AKC, we take pride in fostering a welcoming, respectful, and passionate community of dog lovers. Whether through education, competition, or recognition, we remain steadfast in our mission to serve dogs and the people who love them.
