Is this your first dog? Perhaps you had a dog before but it has been a few years. In either case, welcome to the wonderful world of dogs. They truly are man's and woman's best friend.

AKC New Exhibitor Mentoring Program
The American Kennel Club (AKC) New Exhibitor Mentoring Program matches experienced dog fanciers and breeders with recent registrants of AKC dogs. Seasoned handlers and exhibitors share their expertise with those expressing an interest in entering the exciting world of AKC events competition. For more information, view their frequently asked questions.

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AKC events are as fun for your dog as they are for you. Click here for descriptions of AKC events and breeds eligible to compete in them.

If you are new to dogs or just want to reference some newby material, then you might like to check-out these useful articles.

If you are dogless then why not consider a dog which is homeless. Rescue dogs are a vital source of love and affection for dog lovers.

If you want to see the picture and profile for a specific breed, then select the breed from the menu below. Or, view the complete breed list.

Here are some useful links to some very important foundations.