Is There Room in Our Sport for “Preservation Exhibitors?”
A thoughtful look at spay/neuter rules in AKC Conformation and the value non-breeding exhibitors bring to preservation breeding.
November 7, 2025
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.
A thoughtful look at spay/neuter rules in AKC Conformation and the value non-breeding exhibitors bring to preservation breeding.
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