The American Kennel Club announced the Lancashire Heeler has received full recognition, making it the organization's 201st breed. The dog is now eligible to compete in the Herding Group at AKC's ...

The animal rights group argues that the standards the kennel club promotes for several dog breeds, including America’s most ...

The American Kennel Club kicked off 2022 by adding the Russian Toy to its purebred dog registry. This small terrier is said to be a 'loyal,' 'smart' and 'charming' breed.

PETA filed a state lawsuit on Tuesday against the American Kennel Club, in hopes of forcing the influential group to ditch breeding standards that allegedly lead to "deformed, unhealthy" canines ...

American Kennel Club announces most popular dog breeds Meet Winston the French bulldog, who represents the favorite breed in America, and learn what you should consider if you plan to add a dog to ...

The American Kennel Club recently added the Mudi and the Russian Toy to their list of recognized breeds, bringing the AKC's dog breed count to 199 Kelli Bender is the Pets Editor at PEOPLE. She ...

American Hairless Terriers and Sloughis have joined the elite ranks of dog breed recognition. The esteemed pups were added to the American Kennel Club’s list of recognized breeds on Tuesday.

The animal rights group PETA sued Tuesday to try to force the American Kennel Club to abandon the standards it backs for hyper-popular French bulldogs and some other breeds, contending that the ...

The kennel club announced Wednesday that the Spanish water dog, the Cirneco dell'Etna, the Bergamasco and the Boerboel will become recognized breeds Jan. 1.

Two Pennsylvania dog breeders are suing the prestigious Manhattan-based American Kennel Club claiming they were ensnared in a real life version of the hit comedy “Best in Show” gone bad.