American Kennel Club is a Privately Owned not-for-profit organization headquartered in the US. Founded in 1884 and employing approximately 590 people, it functions as a tier 1 media tech buyer. The organization focuses on non-profit organization management, operating as a recognized expert in breed, health, and training information for all dogs. The AKC actively advocates for responsible dog ownership and is dedicated to advancing dog sports.
On February 18, 2026, the Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka officially earned full recognition from the American Kennel Club on January 1, 2026, following years of progress for the breed in the American dog world. Previously, on January 16, 2026, the organization announced the schedule for its 2026 Regional Junior Showmanship Events. This followed the December 30, 2025, announcement that the organization welcomed the Basset Fauve de Bretagne, Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka, and the Teddy Roosevelt Terrier to its registry, bringing the number of recognized breeds to 205. Earlier, on December 22, 2025, the American Kennel Club named its Breeder of the Year by Sport recipients. The organization also entered a mutual cooperation agreement with the Brazilian Kennel Club (Confederação Brasileira de Cinofilia – CBKC) on December 18, 2025.
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