Breed Watch serves as an 'early warning system' to protect the health and welfare of show dogs. It raises awareness of specific concerns, helps judges prioritise health and welfare in their decisions, ...

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 ...

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 ...

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

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.

If you require a PDF version of the breed-specific requirements and recommendations including health screening document. Please complete the form below and we will ...

The most common cause of heatstroke in dogs is from exercise. Heatstroke can happen within minutes, which is why it's incredibly important to make sure your dog isn’t too hot when you’re walking them ...

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 Young Kennel Club offers young people an opportunity to meet like-minded people and bond with their dog.

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

If you love the countryside and seeing dogs working as they were intended to, field trials may be perfect for you.