The Kennel Club believes that dog breeding should be regulated and that more breeders should be brought into the licencing scheme to uphold the health and welfare of dams and their puppies. We believe ...

This checklist can help you find the right dog training instructor to suit your needs.

The most popular form of canine competition in this country is the dog show - the contest for purebred dogs registered with The Kennel Club, such as those seen at Crufts. New to dog showing Dog ...

Electric shock collars are devices that are sometimes used as a training method to control behaviour or punish a dog for unwanted behaviour. The device delivers an electric or static shock to the ...

A pedigree dog is one that has parents which are both of the same breed. These parents must be registered with The Kennel Club or with another club or society recognised by us. Purebred dogs make up ...

There are a wide range of competitive dog activities on offer, which are great opportunities to meet fellow dog lovers, celebrate your dog's skills and enjoy lots of fun with your dog. Certificates ...

A breed standard is the guideline which describes the ideal characteristics, temperament and appearance including the correct colour of a breed and ensures that the breed is fit for function. Absolute ...

Light and nimble flock herd with a distinctive corded coat Like the Kuvasz, the Puli owes its origins to Hungarian herding dogs of the Far East, which accompanied the Magyars as they travelled west.

Browse our full list of pedigree breeds recognised by The Kennel Club. Use the filters below to find a breed best suited to you.

The Kennel Club Board shall maintain a number of separate registers including: a. The Breed Register for each purebred dog of a breed that has been accorded full recognition by The Kennel Club. In ...

During the coronavirus pandemic, there’s not only been an unprecedented rise in demand for puppies, but also a worrying increase in the number of dog thefts reported by the media. A Freedom of ...

Our inbreeding calculators use all our pedigree records to calculate the degree of inbreeding for individual dogs or for the future puppies of two potential mates. Search for a dog Enter the ...