American Kennel Club (AKC)
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American Kennel Club (AKC) Reviews Summary

The American Kennel Club (AKC) faces significant criticism regarding its perceived support of puppy mills and lack of commitment to animal welfare. Customers frequently express dissatisfaction with the quality of products, such as tags and toys, often citing poor durability and safety concerns. Additionally, many reviews highlight frustrations with customer service, noting long wait times, unresponsive communication, and unresolved issues regarding registrations and orders. Despite these challenges, some customers appreciate the AKC's resources for dog information and breeder listings. Overall, the sentiment suggests a need for improved service and transparency to enhance customer trust and satisfaction.

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Maryland
2 reviews
10 helpful votes
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This is an outstanding site that gives a great wealth of information on dogs that are recognized by the AKC. Not only that, they also list breeders located in each state.

There is also a section where you can type in what you're looking for in a dog, and it will give you suggestions on suitable breeds.

Date of experience: November 24, 2013
California
14 reviews
33 helpful votes
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This is the site I looked at before purchasing both my dogs. They have lists of trusted breeders. I was very happy with the health and level of care my dogs received as puppies. They are great dogs.

Date of experience: May 20, 2013
Utah
3 reviews
5 helpful votes
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This site helped me a lot about dog health and training process. Very good service!

Date of experience: April 12, 2013
Pennsylvania
1 review
11 helpful votes
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I ordered a Pedigree and I. D tags in the beginning of march, and still haven't received either. The customer service is extremely terrible, and seem uneducated. If you have to do any business with AKC expect to wait, wait, wait, and wait somemore

Date of experience: May 22, 2012
Pennsylvania
7 reviews
49 helpful votes
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The AKC is the main registry for purebred dogs in the United States. Their website contains a plethora of information, including:
- Detailed information, photos, and standards for all AKC breeds, as well as links to their official breed clubs and rescues
- Information on local all-breed clubs
- How to get started in all dog sports, ranging from lure coursing to herding to rally and everything in between
- The rules for all dog sports, along with lists of judges, all titles that can be won, events being held, results, and so on
- Breeder education, recording keeping, and other things useful to dog breeders
- Register dogs, litters, etc online
- Look up your dog's pedigree
- Learn about home owner's insurance, how to prepare for disasters, and other things that tend to get overlooked
- How to register your MIXED BREED to compete for AKC titles in agility, obedience, rally, and coursing
- Healthcare insurance for dogs, microchip registration with the AKC to help locate lost dogs
- Education sheets, coloring pages, and other things to help children learn about proper care for dogs

The AKC has a wonderful website, whether you're thinking about getting a dog or have owned them for years.

Date of experience: May 23, 2011
California
1 review
1 helpful vote
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I really love the American Kennel Club because they provide much needed canine search and rescue services in addition to all the support they give to breeders. You can read more here: http://www.akc.org/dogny/

Date of experience: October 3, 2010
California
3 reviews
17 helpful votes
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The American Kennel Club maintains the breed registry for dogs in the U.S. An essential site if you are breeding dogs, want to find out information about registered dogs or dog shows.

Date of experience: June 17, 2010
Delaware
19 reviews
90 helpful votes
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For anyone looking to buy a new puppy or find a breeder, they should be going to this website. They should be looking to find a dog from someone who has been approved by the American Kennel Club.

Date of experience: May 10, 2010