American Kennel Club and Korea Kennel Federation Announce Mutual Cooperation Agreement

The American Kennel Club (AKC®), a not-for-profit organization, the world’s largest purebred dog registry, and a leading advocate for dogs, and the Korea Kennel Federation (KKF), are pleased to announce that they have entered into a mutual cooperation agreement.

This agreement strengthens international collaboration around shared priorities, expanding canine exhibitions and registrations, advancing education, promoting dogs as family companions, and supporting responsible breeding, while establishing a framework for cooperation to deliver meaningful value to breeders, exhibitors, and dog owners in both the United States and Korea.

“A shared commitment between the AKC and the Korea Kennel Foundation to the preservation, growth, and advancement of purebred dogs is strengthened through impactful collaboration,” said Gina DiNardo, President and CEO of the American Kennel Club. “We are proud to partner with the Korea Kennel Federation and look forward to working together to enhance breeder support and strengthen the long-term future of purebred dogs and dog sports on a global scale.”

Wol-Nam Jun, Secretary General of the Korea Kennel Federation (KKF), remarked, “This agreement further solidifies the enduring partnership between our two organizations—a relationship that has flourished since the AKC Board of Directors first approved the mutual recognition of KKF pedigrees on January 22, 2007. I take great pride in this milestone.” He further noted, “We are dedicated to strengthening our support for purebred dog development and breeders worldwide, while collaborating to enhance canine culture in both countries.”

Under the agreement, the AKC and KKF will explore opportunities to hold events, promote the registration of purebred dogs to expand breeding opportunities, share knowledge to advance the education of judges, exhibitors, and breeders, and promote dogs as family companions. The agreement further encourages cooperation on canine health and welfare initiatives, including the sharing of research, resources, and best practices, and supports coordinated efforts to promote the value of purebred dogs and responsible dog ownership.

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