You know how they say dogs look like their owners? Well, in Oliver Twist, Bull’s-eye, the white, scruffy sidekick of the villainous Bill Sikes, doesn’t just resemble his master—he embodies him. The ...

The Kennel Club is seeking to recruit accredited trainers for judges of agility, in order to meet the demands of Britain’s largest canine activity. The successful trainers will be well established ...

The Kennel Club is calling for anyone interested in becoming an obedience accredited trainer for the judges’ training programme to get in touch. This judges’ training programme has been developed over ...

Snowy, the Wire Fox Terrier, is the first of two Bande Dessinée dogs on our list. Known as "Milou" in the original French ...

Particular points of concern for individual breeds may include features not specifically highlighted in the breed standard including current issues. In some breeds, features may be listed which, if ...

Watch our Head of Health, Charlotte McNamara, as she discusses how to be 'puppywise', or visit our article to learn more about how the 'convenience culture' is driving a puppy welfare crisis.

Working trials are a competitive activity based on the civilian equivalent of police dog work. They are physically demanding, and both dog and owner need to be healthy and fit. New to working trials?

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 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 ...

Intervertebral disc disease (IVDD) is a condition that is caused by a gradual deterioration of the shock absorbing parts of the spine, known as intervertebral discs. These discs are filled with a ...

The Kennel Club Breed Rescue organisations rehome approximately 10,000 dogs each year. For over 25 years we have supported rescue organisations by publishing a directory of the many general and breed ...