Complete list of AKC recognized dog breeds. Includes personality, history, health, nutrition, grooming, pictures, videos and AKC breed standard.

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Check out the American Kennel Club's list of smallest dog breeds, including the Chihuahua, Pomeranian, Maltese, and more.

Alaskan Klee Kai The Alaskan Klee Kai is a small-sized companion dog that is alert, energetic, and curious, ye… See More Compare Breed

Akita The Akita is a muscular, double-coated dog of ancient Japanese lineage famous for their dignity… See More Compare Breed

AKC.org offers information on dog breeds, dog ownership, dog training, health, nutrition, exercise & grooming, registering your dog, AKC competition events and affiliated clubs to help you discover …

Can’t decide which breed is right for you? Compare dog breeds below to see how different breed characteristics and attributes stack up against each other.

Mar 20, 2025 · Based on American Kennel Club registration statistics, we rank the most popular dog breeds in America each year. The French Bulldog takes the No. 1 spot!

Jul 7, 2025 · It's possible to read dog emotions from their facial expressions, but it's not easy. Learn what to watch for, so you can better understand your dog.

Nov 13, 2025 · AKC counts down the most popular dog names of 2025 based on purebred registration and mixed-breed enrollment statistics. Is your dog's name on the list?