American kennel club

AKC’s Canine Good Citizen program is the gold standard of behavior for dogs in our communities. One million dogs, purebred and mixed breed, have earned CGC.

A spokesperson for the American Kennel Club advises how often you should feed your dog and how much.

It can be tricky to know how to find a responsible breeder. Here are some considerations to guide you in your search for your next puppy.

Right breed for you? American Bulldog information including personality, history, grooming, pictures, videos, and the AKC breed standard.

“Try not to have a good time… this is supposed to be educational.” – Charles Schulz, famous cartoonist and creator of Peanuts (Snoopy is our favorite, of course!) You’ll probably be tempted to quote Charles Schulz when you introduce your child to Junior Showmanship. These events are packed with learning opportunities — but they’re super […]

The American Kennel Club name, symbol and its graphic representations are among our most valuable assets. In order to preserve and strengthen our identity, we have developed a Brand Identity Program, which encompasses all aspects of our visual identity. The basic requirements for how, when and under what circumstances the AKC logotype may be used […]

From walking on- and off-leash to retrieving and jumping, or demonstrating your dog’s ability to stay, Obedience trials feature dogs that are well-behaved at home, in public places, and in the presence of other dogs.

Right breed for you? Jagdterrier information including personality, history, grooming, pictures, videos, and the AKC breed standard.

WELCOME TO VIRTUAL HOME MANNERS! If you have trained your puppy or adult dog at home and would like to earn the AKC’s Virtual Home Manners titles to demonstrate your accomplishments, this is the place for you! What is Virtual Home Manners? Virtual Home Manners (VHM) is the answer when you want to train your dog at home. […]

Take the Test – American Kennel Club