The Cirneco (Cheer-nay-ko) originated in Sicily and was a favoured hound for hunting rabbits in the area near Mount Etna. It is an athletic hunting dog using scent, sight and hearing. He probably ...

The national dog of Finland originally bred to hunt elk The national dog of Finland was well established when the first breed standard was written in 1892. Originally used for tracking elk and bear, ...

The primary objective of The Kennel Club is to improve in every way the welfare, health and general well-being of all dogs throughout their lives, through various research and educational programmes, ...

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 ...

The Kennel Club provides a number of educational seminars which are run by clubs and societies in order to educate future judges. Below has the contact details for each seminar being run. If you are ...

Established in 1992, The Kennel Club Good Citizen Dog Training scheme is the largest dog training programme in the UK. The scheme is open to all dogs, young or old, pedigree or crossbreed. Dogs do not ...

Use the filters below to search for a list of judges or to find a judge who has been approved by The Kennel Club to judge at a championship show or trial. If you need to amend any details, please use ...

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 ...

The Japanese Spitz is a relatively modern breed, being recognised by the Japanese Kennel Club in 1948 and then by The Kennel Club in 1977. The Japanese Spitz is a white dog and it is thought by some ...

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

Use the filters below to search for a list of shows or trials in your area within a certain date range. If you notice any details that may need amending, please use our online form to notify us. For a ...

The Lowchen (pronounced ‘lerv-chun’) carries a German name, but it is thought that it is French in origin, and is a member of the Bichon family. The epithet of 'Little Lion Dog' comes from the ...