It’s Time to Act: Animal Rights Agenda Appears in Revisions to 2026 Farm Bill
AKC warns Farm Bill changes could impact dog sports and training; urges fanciers to contact Congress and request amendments.
April 29, 2026
The American Kennel Club (AKC) is a registry of purebred dog pedigrees in the United States. In addition to maintaining its pedigree registry, this kennel club also promotes and sanctions events for purebred dogs, including the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, an annual event which predates the official forming of the AKC, the National Dog Show and the AKC National Championship.
AKC warns Farm Bill changes could impact dog sports and training; urges fanciers to contact Congress and request amendments.
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