The American Kennel Club (AKC®) wishes to acknowledge those individuals that have excelled at breeding dogs that have proven to be outstanding in AKC sports. The commitment to preserve, protect and improve a breed represents the very essence of the AKC. The AKC Breeder of the Year by Sport Award is given to those who have dedicated [...]
It is with great sadness and regret that we report the passing of respected AKC Judge Mr. Alberto Berrios of Acworth, Georgia. Mr. Berrios was a steadfast supporter of purebred dogs and had been active in the sport for over 40 years. He and his wife, Terry, were closely associated with the Boxer breed. He [...]
The AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF), a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing the health of all dogs and their owners, recognizes leaders in canine health with their annual awards. Cindy Vogels receives the 2020 President’s Award. 2020 Distinguished Research Partners are the Labrador Retriever Club, Inc., the Irish Setter Club of America, Inc./Irish Setter Club of America Foundation, [...]
The 2020 AKC Fast CAT Invitational took place December 9-11, 2020 in Orlando, FL in conjunction with the AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin. The fastest dogs from each breed, based on rankings from AKC Fast Coursing Ability Tests (Fast CAT), were invited to participate in the inaugural AKC Fast CAT Invitational for the [...]
The Dog Show Superintendent’s Association (DSSA) annual meeting was held December 1st, 2020 via Zoom. 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 and Kristie Shiller (Rau Dog Shows), and Dorie Crowe (MB-F Dog Shows). Glenn Lycan [...]
Orlando, FL — Gail S. Wolaniuk and Joan E. McFadden were presented with the 2020 AKC Breeder of the Yearaward for Unique Standard Poodles at the AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin on Sunday, December 13, 2020. The annual award honors those breeders who have made an impact on their breed and dedicate their lives to improving the health, temperament and [...]
Orlando, FL – The AKC National Owner-Handled Series (NOHS) Finals Best in Show honors went to GCH CH Eclipse Hive Talkin’, a Berger Picard known affectionately as “Beegee” owned and handled by Katie Garrett and Donna & Michael Beadle and bred by Julia Foster and Donna & Michael Beadle. The 2020 NOHS Finals Best in Show [...]
CH Nauti Leighway Send More Boodles, a Havanese known as “Boodles” triumphed over 931 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 Presented by Royal Canin. “Boodles,” owned and bred by Elizabeth [...]
New York, NY – The AKC® Humane Fund is proud to announce the winners of the 21st annual AKC Humane Fund Awards for Canine Excellence (ACE). These awards celebrate five loyal, hard-working dogs that have significantly improved the lives of their owners and communities. The five winners were carefully chosen from a pool of more than 800 impressive nominations. The winners [...]
You’re invited! January 9, 2021 “A Salute to 25 Years, Featuring Dr. Anita Oberbauer” CHF’s Virtual Event to celebrate 25 years of canine health research will include: A presentation on “Considerations of Genetic Testing and Our Dog’s Health” by Anita Oberbauer, PhD. Dr. Oberbauer will discuss the availability of genetic testing as a [...]
