The American Kennel Club Honors Centennial Clubs
Raleigh, NC – The American Kennel Club (AKC®) is pleased to recognize its affiliated dog clubs which have been holding AKC events for over 100 years and are an essential part of the sport of dogs.
Founded in 1884, AKC together with its affiliated organizations promote responsible dog ownership, conduct over 23,000 organized dog events per year, breed for type and function, advocate for dogs as family companions, advance canine health and well-being, and work to protect the rights of all dog owners.
The AKC, known as a club of clubs, is comprised of 5,000 licensed and member clubs supporting dog sports, the joy of dog ownership, and the relationships we share through our connection with dogs. Through the efforts of these clubs, the sport of dogs remains strong and available for dog owners to enjoy throughout the country. The long-term strength of clubs, some of which have maintained themselves through generations, is the embodiment of a devotion to dogs.
“One of AKC’s greatest resources is its network of clubs. These clubs were formed for the purpose of holding AKC events,” said Doug Ljungren, Executive Vice President for Sports & Events. “This is where the passion for AKC sports resides. Their efforts have enriched the lives of generations of dogs and their owners. One hundred years is a remarkable achievement, and the AKC is proud to honor these Centennial clubs.”
Clubs reaching this milestone will receive a commemorative banner to proudly display, acknowledging their many years of support for dogs, their promotion of the sports, and their affiliation with the American Kennel Club.
AKC affiliated Clubs with over 100 years of service to dogs:
Airedale Terrier Club of America | Irish Setter Club of America |
Airedale Terrier Club of New England | Irish Terrier Club of America |
American Chesapeake Club | Japanese Chin Club of America |
American Fox Terrier Club | Kennel Club of Pasadena |
American Pomeranian Club | Kennel Club of Philadelphia |
American Sealyham Terrier Club | Ladies Dog Club |
American Spaniel Club | Ladies Kennel Association of America |
Atlanta Kennel Club | Lehigh Valley Kennel Club |
Birmingham Kennel Club | Long Island Kennel Club |
Borzoi Club of America | Louisiana Kennel Club |
Boston Terrier Club of America | Louisville Kennel Club |
Boston Terrier Club of Detroit | Maryland Kennel Club |
Boston Terrier Club of New York | Memphis Kennel Club |
Bronx County Kennel Club | Middlesex County Kennel Club |
Bryn Mawr Kennel Club | Mississippi Valley Kennel Club |
Buckeye Beagle Club | Montgomery County Kennel Club |
Bull Terrier Club of America | National Beagle Club |
Bulldog Club of America | New England Beagle Club |
Bulldog Club of New Jersey | New Jersey Beagle Club |
Bulldog Club of Philadelphia | Northern Ohio Beagle Club |
Cairn Terrier Club of America | Oakland Kennel Club |
California Airedale Terrier Club | Old English Sheepdog Club of America |
Central Beagle Club | Pacific Coast Boston Terrier Club |
Central New York Kennel Club | Pacific Coast Bulldog Club |
Central Ohio Kennel Club | Pacific Coast Pekingese Club |
Chicago Bulldog Club | Pekingese Club of America |
Chicago Collie Club | Plainfield Kennel Club |
Chow Chow Club | Portland Kennel Club |
Collie Club of America | Providence County Kennel Club |
Colorado Kennel Club | Queensboro Kennel Club |
Dachshund Club of America | Rhode Island Kennel Club |
Dalmatian Club of America | San Antonio Kennel Club |
Dandie Dinmont Terrier Club of America | San Mateo Kennel Club |
Del Monte Kennel Club | Santa Barbara Kennel Club |
Detroit Kennel Club | Scottish Terrier Club of America |
Devon Dog Show Association | Spokane Kennel Club |
Doberman Pinscher Club of America | Springfield Kennel Club |
Duluth Kennel Club | Staten Island Kennel Club |
Eastern Dog Club | St. Bernard Club of America |
Elm City Kennel Club | St. Joseph Kennel Club |
Empire Beagle Club | St. Louis Beagle Club |
Erie Kennel Club | St. Louis Collie Club |
Fort Worth Kennel Club | Tacoma Kennel Club |
Framingham District Kennel Club | Texas Kennel Club |
French Bulldog Club of America | Toledo Kennel Club |
German Shepherd Dog Club of America | Welsh Terrier Club of America |
Golden Gate Kennel Club | West Highland White Terrier Club of America |
Grand Rapids Kennel Club | Westchester Kennel Club |
Great Dane Club of America | Western Beagle Club |
Greyhound Club of America | Western Boston Terrier Club |
Highland Beagle Club | Western Fox Terrier Breeders Association |
Huntingdon Valley Kennel Club | Western Reserve Kennel Club |
Illinois Valley Kennel Club of Peoria | Westminster Kennel Club |
International Kennel Club of Chicago |
Inquiries should be directed to clubdevelopment@akc.org.
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