- Barbet and Dogo Argentino Gain Full Recognition – The American Kennel Club (AKC®), the world’s largest purebred dog registry and leading advocate for dogs, announced today that the Barbet and Dogo Argentino will receive full recognition and become eligible to compete in their respective groups on January 1, 2020. These additions bring the number of […]
We received the sad news that Sally Vilas of San Lorenzo, California passed away at her home on December 27th 2019. Mrs. Vilas was a respected AKC Judge of all Toy and Non-Sporting breeds. Mrs. Vilas was a devoted fancier of the sport of purebred dogs. She had been intimately involved in the sport for […]
We received the sad news that Mr. Eugene Haupt of Louisville, Kentucky passed away this week at his home on December 25th 2019. He was 97 years old. Mr. Haupt was a respected and well-known judge of all Working Breeds. Mr. Haupt was a dedicated dog show fancier, as a owner and handler of many […]
The 2019 AKC Obedience Classic and the AKC Agility Invitational took place December 14-15, 2019 in Orlando, FL in conjunction with the AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin, demonstrating the highest level of training and teamwork between dog and handler. Obedience and agility competitions for junior handlers were held for the ninth year, and […]
The Dog Show Superintendent’s Association (DSSA) annual meeting was held December 3rd, 2019 in Nashville, TN. The following members were present: President Bobby Christiansen, (MB-F Dog Shows); Secretary-Treasurer, Becky Sumner, Sheila Raymond (BaRay Event Services); Tim James, (Onofrio Dog Shows), Ed Smizer (Rau Dog Shows), and Dorie Crowe (MB-F Dog Shows). Glenn Lycan represented the […]
-AKC Facebook Page Will Feature a Yule Log and Adorable Puppy Content This Christmas Eve- Tune in to the American Kennel Club Facebook page this Christmas Eve to enjoy a yule log and watch some adorable puppy content. You’ll even be able to catch the AKC’s version of the popular Holiday song, “12 Days of […]
The AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF) announces their 2019 award recipients, recognizing leaders in canine health. Elanco Animal Health receives the 2019 AKC Canine Health Foundation President’s Award. This award is given annually to a person or organization that has made an exceptional contribution to advancing canine health. The 2019 AKC Canine Health Foundation Distinguished Research […]
The AKC National Owner-Handled Series (NOHS) Finals Best in Show honors went to GCHS CH Baha Pyramid Scheme BN JC NAJ BCAT CGC TKA, a Saluki known affectionately as “Ponzi” owned, handled and bred by Dr. Caroline Coile. The 2019 NOHS Finals Best in Show winner was crowned by judge Dr. Carmen L. Battaglia after […]
–Award Presented at AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin – Elizabeth and Daniel Karshner were presented with the 2019 AKC Breeder of the Year award for their Little Ponds Bulldogs at the AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin on Saturday, December 14, 2019. The annual award honors those breeders who have made […]
Orlando, FL (Dec. 13, 2019) – Fleet St Forged At Hampton Court, a Wire Fox Terrier known as “Pierce” triumphed over more than 1,300 dogs ages six months to 18 months to become the AKC Royal Canin National All-Breed Junior of the Year, held today in Orlando, Fla in conjunction with the AKC National Championship […]
