The “AKC Eddy Award” For Breeder Education Is Now Accepting Applications

The American Kennel Club^®, a not-for-profit organization, the world’s largest purebred registry and leading advocate for dogs, is pleased to announce that it is accepting applications for the AKC Eddy Award starting today through September 1, 2025.

The AKC Eddy Award is designed to encourage and reward Parent Clubs that demonstrate a breeder education effort (website, workshop, mentoring, and more) that provides information beyond the expected in an interesting and unique manner. Winners will be selected by this year’s committee consisting of Ashley Jacot (AKC Director of Education), Mari-Beth O’Neill (VP, AKC Sports Services), and Guy Fisher (Manager, AKC Club Development).

“We know that good and healthy dogs come from conscientious breeders, and breeder education is a key part of that,” said Gina M. DiNardo, AKC President and CEO. “We are excited to recognize clubs that are making a concerted effort towards continuing education for responsible breeders that are passionate about preserving their breed.”

Recipients of the award will receive:

• A certificate presented to the winner(s) at the AKC National Championship in December.
• A digital badge to put on the club’s website.
• Posting on AKC social media and/or AKC Breeder Education page.
• Winner(s) to do a write-up about their Breeder Education to share with the dog world.

A submission form will be provided to each Parent Club. The deadline for submitting the completed form is September 1st. There will be a maximum of eight (8) winners each year.

For more information on the award, please visit: https://www.akc.org/breeder-programs/breeder-education/akc-eddy-award/.

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