The American Kennel Club (AKC®), a not-for-profit organization that is the world’s largest registry of purebred and mixed-breed dogs, and a leading voice for canine welfare and responsible ownership, is thrilled to welcome the Basset Fauve de Bretagne, Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka, and the Teddy Roosevelt Terrier to the registry, bringing the number of recognized breeds [...]
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration conditionally approved Credelio Quattro-CA1 (lotilaner, moxidectin, praziquantel, pyrantel) chewable tablets for the treatment of infestations caused by New World screwworm (NWS) larvae (myiasis) in dogs and puppies at least eight weeks of age and weighing at least 3.3 pounds. The conditional approval means the FDA has determined Credelio Quattro-CA1 [...]
Over 3,000 champion dogs representing all 50 states, plus the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico, and 17 additional countries, will compete in the historic 150th Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show presented by Purina Pro Plan on January 31 & February 2-3 in New York City. America’s most iconic dog show returns to Manhattan for its milestone anniversary event with [...]
The Westminster Kennel Club announced details for the highly anticipated return of the Flyball Tournament, now presented by Pro Plan Veterinary Supplements FortiFlora, to its milestone 150th Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show presented by Purina Pro Plan. Twenty teams of top-performing dogs from across North America will compete in the high-energy sport that combines speed, [...]
We’re counting down to another unforgettable Canines & Cocktails — and sponsorships are going fast! If you’ve been thinking about supporting the AKC Canine Health Foundation in a bigger way this year, now is the perfect time. All sponsorship levels include VIP seating with the best views, priority placement, and champagne service at your table [...]
The AKC® National Championship presented by Royal Canin has a grand total of 5,557 dogs that will compete for the title of America’s National Champion on December 13 and 14, 2025 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. Additionally, 1,602 puppies and juniors will vie for Puppy/Junior of the Year in the AKC/Royal Canin [...]
The American Kennel Club (AKC®), a not-for-profit organization that is the world’s largest registry of purebred and mixed-breed dogs, and a leading voice for canine welfare and responsible ownership, is pleased to recognize extraordinary breeding programs from the Sporting, Hound, Working, Terrier, Toy, Non-Sporting and Herding groups as 2025 AKC Breeder of the Year group [...]
AKC Reunite, the largest non-profit pet identification and recovery service provider in the United States and affiliate of the American Kennel Club®, is excited to announce the launch of a new temperature-sensing microchip, which will be available nationwide in mid-October. This ISO standard 134.2 kHz microchip will identify your pet with a unique microchip ID [...]
Entries are now open for the 2025 AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin, which returns to Orlando’s Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) North/South Concourse this December 13th and 14th. Entries are also open for the AKC/Royal Canin National All-Breed Puppy and Junior Stakes, taking place on Friday, December 12th at the OCCC, and the AKC National Owner-Handled Series [...]
We are deeply saddened to share that Kate Hanlon, a beloved figure in the English Setter world and a steadfast friend to so many in our dog show community, has passed away. A driving heart behind the Wingfield ’N Chebaco partnership, Kate’s name became synonymous with type, temperament, and the kind of sportsmanship that lifts everyone around her. [...]
