A Word or Two from AKC President & CEO Dennis Sprung
Learn about AKC’s latest updates, including championship winners, Meet the Breeds details, and the success of the Adopt a K-9 Cop program.
August 15, 2024
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.
Learn about AKC’s latest updates, including championship winners, Meet the Breeds details, and the success of the Adopt a K-9 Cop program.
Discover the AKC Detection Dog Task Force’s efforts in boosting US-bred detection dogs for national security at home and abroad.
Get updates from AKC President Dennis Sprung on AKC EDDY Awards, summer canine competitions on ESPN, and AKC Junior Scholarship winners.
Learn about the CDC’s new dog import rule effective August 1, 2024, its impact on purebred dog enthusiasts, and steps to comply.
AKC updates: supporting the 2024 Farm Bill, honoring the U.S. Capitol Police K-9 Unit, and acquiring the Professional Grooming Credential.
The American Kennel Club (AKC), announced the implementation of the AKC Personal Conduct Policy, effective immediately. Read more.
Discover how dog clubs connect with communities to promote responsible ownership and career opportunities. Read more.
Discover AKC’s latest initiatives for purebred dog preservation & honor extraordinary canines with ACE Awards. Learn more now!
