A Word or Two From AKC President & CEO Gina DiNardo
Gina DiNardo reflects on AKC’s progress, Meet the Breeds, breeder honors, and Trick Dog winners as the community looks ahead to a new year.
December 8, 2025
Gina DiNardo reflects on AKC’s progress, Meet the Breeds, breeder honors, and Trick Dog winners as the community looks ahead to a new year.
Gina DiNardo shares new AKC education initiatives, art contests, and national events shaping the sport’s future. Read more here.
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Get a sneak peek at the 2025 National Dog Show! Join the Press Preview, meet new breeds, and catch the hilarious Bark-Off. Don’t miss it!
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AKC President & CEO Gina DiNardo shares updates: free Public Education webinars, new Sportsman Award, and Agility League highlights.