Is Past Success Causing Our Downward Spiral?
Walter Sommerfelt examines challenges facing the AKC and dog shows, including declining entries, judging, clubs, and changing priorities.
August 10, 2026
Walter Sommerfelt examines challenges facing the AKC and dog shows, including declining entries, judging, clubs, and changing priorities.
Karl Donvil recaps the World Dog Show 2026 in Bologna, highlighting major entries, standout breeds, top winners, and the event experience.
Ringside photos from the Burlington Wisconsin Kennel Club dog show, which was held on July 27-28, 2026, in Elkhorn, Wisconsin.
Ringside photos from the Marshfield Area Kennel Club dog show, which was held on July 18-19, 2026, in Marshfield, Wisconsin.
Rhoda Springer examines how judging decisions influence breed quality, breeder participation, and the future of purebred dogs.
Ringside photos from the Hoosier Summer Classic dog show, which was held on July 16-19, 2026, in South Bend, Indiana.
The National Dog Show celebrates its 25th anniversary November 14-15 with thousands of dogs, agility, and therapy dogs. Read more.
AKC President & CEO Gina DiNardo highlights AKC Celebrates USA 250, the AKC Eddy Award, and the President’s Sportsman Award nominations.