The Dog Days of Summer Continue With the AKC Agility Team Challenge on ESPN2
Watch the inaugural AKC Agility Team Challenge on ESPN2 as six cities compete in a fast-paced team Agility competition.
July 23, 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.
Watch the inaugural AKC Agility Team Challenge on ESPN2 as six cities compete in a fast-paced team Agility competition.
The American Kennel Club (AKC) and Dogs Australia announce a new partnership to advance purebred dogs, education, and dog sports.
The AKC crowned new National Obedience and Rally Champions as more than 800 dogs competed for top honors at the 2026 national championships.
The AKC introduces the AKC National Champion (ANC), the highest conformation title awarded to Best in Show winners.
Learn how the AKC’s Unattended Dogs in Vehicles Policy addresses dog safety, owner responsibility, and event standards.
The AKC has introduced a new policy and disciplinary measures aimed at protecting dogs and strengthening safety standards at AKC events.
The AKC Museum of the Dog’s Dog Days of Summer exhibition showcases 20 winning artworks inspired by dogs, on view through September 27.
Watch the AKC National Obedience Championship and Rally National Championship live July 16-19 on AKC.tv and YouTube.