Breed Clubs
| Afghan Hound Club Of America The club was established in 1937 and provides an extensive range of services to its members and others interested in the Afghan hound. |
| Airedale Terrier Club of America The Airedale Terrier Club of America (ATCA), founded in 1900, is the parent club of the breed in the United States and is the official spokes-organization for the breed with the American Kennel Club. |
| Akita Club of America The Akita Club of America is the National Club which represents, protects, and furthers the interests of the Akita dog breed and its owners throughout the United States. |
| Alasskan Malamute Club of America The Alaskan Malamute Club of America main goal is the betterment of the breed, and asserts that its membership has an obligation to the Alaskan Malamute breed, to preserve the magnificence of the breed without exploiting it. |
| American Cocker Spaniel Club This site is the home for the American Spaniel Club, the parent club of the Cocker Spaniel, provides information about the history of this breed, breeders information, health, shows... |
| American Sighthound Field Association The American Sighthound Field Association (ASFA) is an organization of Sighthound fanciers dedicated to the common goal of preserving and further developing the natural beauty, grace, speed and coursing skill of the Sighthound. ASFA maintains rules, procedures, and records for lure field trials. We will endeavour to promote lure field trials for sighthounds. |
| American Spaniel Club The American Spaniel Club, the parent club of the Cocker Spaniel, has been established in 1881 provides great information about the breed, breeders, shows... |
| American Water Spaniel Club The purpose of the American Water Spaniel Club is to establish and maintain a network of people who own or are interested in American Water Spaniels. A volunteer Board of Directors is responsible for coordinating and directing the activities and affairs of the club. |
| Basset Hound Club of America The Basset Hound Club of America was founded to encourage and promote quality in the breeding of pure-bred Basset Hounds and to do all possible to bring their natural qualities to perfection, to encourage the organization of local Basset Hound clubs in those areas where there are sufficient fanciers of the breed to meet the requirements of the American Kennel Club, and to assist them in their activities, to urge members and breeders to accept the Standard of the breed as approved by the American Kennel Club as the only standard of excellence by which Basset Hounds should be judged, to do all in its power to protect the interests of the breed by encouraging sportsmanlike competition at dog shows, field trials, obedience trials, and tracking tests, etc. and to conduct such events under the rules of the American Kennel Club. |
| Beagle Club of America, National In 1884 the the first Beagle Specialty Club, the American-English Beagle Club was founded. This Specialty Club was established by Philadelphia area breeders, a Standard was adopted and the breed rapidly changed from the ""bench-legged"" beagles (crooked forelegs) who were undoubtedly the result of crosses of the early imported beagles from England with Dachshunds. |
| Bearded Collie Club of America Bearded Collie Club of America Beardie Home Page for club and breed information rescue litter listings for puppies and breeder also includes articles, photos, breeder information, etc. |
| Bedlington Terrier Club of America The Bedlington Terrier Club of America became a member club of the AKC in 1936. In 1886 the first Bedlington Terrier was entered into AKCs stud book. |
| Belgian Tervuren Club The American Belgian Tervuren Club is responsible for prescribing the standard for the breed used by the American Kennel Club (AKC), sponsors its own shows, trials and events, and works to support and better the breed. |
| Bernese Mountain Dog Club of America The Bernese Mountain Dog Club of America dedicated to preserve and protect the Bernese Mountain and promote understanding and appreciation of the breed. |
| Bichon Frise Club of America The Bichon Frise Club of America, Inc. was established in 1964. To encourage and promote quality in the breeding of pure-bred Bichon Frise and to do all possible to bring their natural qualities to perfection. |
| Bloodhound Club The Bloodhound Club of America was formed in 1952 to encourage and promote quality in the breeding of purebred Bloodhounds and to protect and advance the interest of the breed. |
| Border Collie Club The United States Border Collie Club, Inc. (USBCC) is dedicated to preserving the Border Collie as a working stock dog, opposing the showing, judging, and breeding of Border Collies based upon their appearance, promoting the breeding only of sound and healthy animals free of genetic defects, and encouraging Border Collie owners to work with their dogs in the many canine sports at which Border Collies excel. |
| Border Terrier Club of America The Border Terrier Club of America was founded in 1949 with a membership of 10, and currently thrives with over 800 members. The desire of the founders to protect the natural instincts and characteristics of the breed lives on in the commitment of the club today. |
| Borzoi Club of America To encourage and promote the preservation and welfare of the pure bred Borzoi and to do all possible to bring the Breed's natural qualities to perfection. |
| Boston Terrier Club of America The Boston Terrier Club of America, Inc. was founded in 1891. As one of the early breed clubs recognized by the then young American Kennel Club, the BTCA has developed into the driving force behind the development and improvement of the Boston Terrier over the last 100 plus years. |
| Bouvier des Flandres Club The legacy of the Bouvier has produced many admirable qualities in this breed. He is a square, powerfully built dog, rugged and formidable in appearance. |
| Boxer Club The American Boxer Club provides articles about the breed, parade of champions videos, breed information, information for buyers, illustrated standard, club information, and annual awards. |
| Briard Club of America Briard Club of America provide information on the history of the breed, upcoming shows and events, breeder information |
| Brittany Club of America The American Brittany Club is a member of the American Kennel Club and is the recognized breed sponsor by the American Field. The club is composed of many regional or local clubs located from coast to coast. |
| Brussels Griffon National Club The National Brussels Griffon Club is devoted to protecting the integrity of the breed. We encourage ethical breeding for the purpose of improving breed type and maintaining soundness and health. |
| Brussels Griffon of America The American Brussels Griffon Association (ABGA) is a Member of the American Kennel Club (AKC). As the Parent Club for the Brussels Griffon in the United States of America, it is responsible for setting the standard against which Griffons are judged at American Kennel Club dog shows. |
| Bull Terrier Club of America It is the purpose of the BTCA to represent all the interests of Bull Terriers and their owners throughout America, as well as interface, in meaningful ways, with Bull Terrier fanciers and their Clubs all over the World. We intend for this site to provide information for owners (or those interested in owning), with interests from simple companion ownership up to and including those owners with diverse interests in the many competitive aspects of dog ownership. Also, we hope you find insight and answers to the workings of the Club itself. Here you can find information about the activities of the Board of Directors, as well as each of the Standing Committees. In addition, there is information on all of the activities you can enjoy with your Bull Terriers that are promoted by the BTCA. |
| Bulldog Club of America The Bulldog Club of America'"I’s goal is to continue this legacy by providing as much information and education as possible to ensure that purebred Bulldogs and their owners will always be held in the highest esteem by all who encounter them. |
| Cairn Terrier Club of America The Foundation of The Cairn Terrier Club of America, Inc. is a national organization committed to providing a source of funding for: Furthering the understanding, appreciation and knowledge of the public about dogs in general and the Cairn Terrier in particular. Advancing through education programs, quality canine ownership, improved canine health, training and quality breeding programs. Supporting sound research proposals to advance understanding and the reduction of disease, genetic defects, injuries and other ailments affecting our dogs To produce and disseminate educational materials and research findings regarding care, treatment, breeding, health and training issues to the public. |
| Cardigan Welsh Corgi Club of America The CWCCA is the parent club for the Cardigan Welsh Corgi breed, and is a member of the American Kennel Club. As our official homepage, we hope this site is able to provide you with useful information about the breed. |
| Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Club of America Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Club, USA (CKCSC,USA) - since 1954, the original Registry for Cavalier King Charles Spaniels in the USA Breed & Membership, and currently has over 2000 members. |
| Chesapeake Bay Retriever Club of America The American Chesapeake Club, Inc. is dedicated to foster and encourage the breeding of the Chesapeake Bay Retriever, the conservation of game through the increased use of the Chesapeake Bay Retriever in waterfowl and upland game hunting, to improve the breed, and for the accomplishment of such aims and purposes, to lay down a standard of, to encourage the holding of dog shows and field trials, and to foster other activities suited to the dissemination of knowledge concerning the breed. |
| Chihuahua Club of America The Chihuahua Club of America is dedicated to encourage and promote quality in breeding of pure-bred Chihuahuas and if at all possible to bring their natural qualities to perfection. |
| Chow Chow Club of America The Chow Chow Club, Inc., sometimes referred to as 'The Parent Club', is the national organization for the Chow Chow breed, provide information about the club, its national specialty, the breed and breeder referral. |
| Clumber Spaniel Club of America In February 1972 at the Westminster Kennel Club dog show, seven devotees of the Clumber Spaniel met and the Clumber Spaniel Club of America was founded. |
| Cocker Spaniel Club The Cocker Spaniel Club is the Parent Club of the breed and was founded in 1902 with a membership of 35. Today, there are over 1500 members (both home & overseas). |
| Collie Club Of America The Collie Club of America offers a variety of publications and other useful material, including books about puppy care, breeding, herding and obedience. |
| Curly-Coated Retriever Club of America The CCRCA, founded in 1979, is the national parent club for the breed and encourages the development of the natural retrieving abilities of the breed through its working certificate program and annual field trophy award in conformation, performance and field events. |
| Dachshund Club of America The Dachshund Club of America a member of the American Kennel Club since 1895, has more than 1500 members and 51 active DCA Regional Specialty Clubs across the United States. |
| Dalmatian Club of America Founded in 1905, the Dalmatian Club of America represents nearly 1200 Dalmatian breeders and fanciers across the United States and the world. |
| Dandie Dinmont Terrier Club of America The Dandie Dinmont Terrier Club provide iformation about the breed, breeders and club activities. |
| DeCoverly Kennels - The English Setters Located in the beautiful Endless Mountains of Northeastern Pennsylvania, DeCoverly Kennels, a state-of-the-art breeding and training facility, is home to the finest dual setters in the world. The Book "A Gentleman'"I’s Shooting Dog " Evolution of The Legendary Ryman Setter by John D. Taylor available on the web site. |
| Doberman Pinscher Club of America The Doberman Pinscher Club of America is a nonprofit organization, incorporated under the laws of the State of Michigan. It is a national club composed of more than 2,000 members from almost all of the 50 states. It also has many members in foreign countries and is the 'parent' organization of 58 Chapter Clubs located throughout the United States.The DPCA is a member of the American Kennel Club and, as such, is the only National Doberman Breed Club which is recognized and sanctioned by the AKC. |
| English Cocker Spaniel Club of America The English Cocker Spaniel Club of America, Inc., is the national or 'parent' club for the English Cocker Spaniel in the United States of America. |
| English Cocker Spaniel Club of America The English Cocker Spaniel Club dedicated to the promotion of the breed was founded in 1936 and incorporated in 1945. |
| English Setter Association of America The English Setter Association of America, Inc. is a not for profit organization dedicated to the advancement of English Setters since 1933. |
| English Springer Spaniel Club of America The ESSFTA is comprised of and dedicated to people who love English Springer Spaniels. This web site aims to provide you with current and accurate information about this wonderful, versatile breed. |
| English Toy Spaniel Club of America A club dedicated to the English Toy King Charles Spaniel. A distinctive toy breed with noble character and history. |
| Field Spaniel Society of America The Field Spaniel Society of America has been elected as a member club within the structure of the American Kennel Club, and currently has a delegate to represent the best interest of the Field Spaniel as a breed and the Field Spaniel Society of America, Inc. as an organization at the quarterly delegates meeting of the American Kennel Club. |
| Finnish Spitz Club of America National club for the breed in the US, contains breed info, photos, breeder list and events calendar. |
| Flat-Coated Retriever Society of America The FCRSA is the American Kennel Club'"I’s official national parent club for purebred Flat-Coated Retrievers. Whether you are looking for a Flat-Coated Retriever or already own one or more of this versatile breed, we have much information in store for you. |
| Foxhound Club of North America The object of the Club is to promote and further interest in the selection, breeding and development of the Foxhound as used in the pursuit of foxes, coyote, or other legal quarry, by mounted followers. |
| French Bulldog Club of America The French Bulldog Club of America has more than one hundred years of experience in working for the interests of the finest companion any person could ask for. . . the French Bulldog. In these pages you will find information regarding the health, the unique characteristics and the care of Frenchies, and updates on events promoted by the FBDCA. |
| German Shorthaired Pointer Club of America The GSPCA is the official representative of the German Shorthaired Pointer to the American Kennel Club this non-profit organization is dedicated to encouraging and promoting the breeding of purebred German Shorthaired Pointers. |
| German Wirehaired Pointer Club of America German Wirehaired Pointer Club of America (GWPCA) is devoted to the continued preservation, protection and improvement of the German Wirehaired Pointer. |
| Giant Schnauzer Club of America The Giant Schnauzer Club of America, Inc., was founded in 1962 to preserve and protect of the breed, and to improve the character and conformation of the Giant as described in the official standard of the breed. The G.S.C.A. holds Specialty Shows, Obedience Trials, and less formal matches and other events. |
| Golden Retriever Club of America The Golden Retriever Club of America'"I’s main objectives are to recognize that the Golden Retriever is a gun dog and to encourage the members to perfect, by selective breeding, Golden Retrievers that possess the appearance, soundness, temperament, natural ability, and personality that is reflected in the stand of the breed, |
| Gordon Setter Club of America The Gordon Setter Club of America, Inc. is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting and preserving the "Beauty, Brains & Bird Sense" in Gordon Setters. The club was organized in 1924 and currently has over 1,000 members. Most of our membership is concentrated in the United States, but we also have members from 15 to 20 countries worldwide. |
| Great Dane Club of America The Great Dane Club of America Inc. was established in 1889 to provide information regarding the Club, its structure, philosophy, and also a comprehensive collection of material concerning the Great Dane. |
| Great Pyrenees Club of America The Great Pyrenees Club of America is the AKC licensed member club of the breed in the US and provides information about the Great Pyrenees breed, breeders, club information, etc. |
| Greyhound Club of America The Greyhound Club of America is the parent club for the Greyhound breed as recognized by the American Kennel Club. The club is a member club of the AKC and is the sole progenitor of the breed standard for AKC Greyhounds. |
| Irish Setter Club of America The Irish Setter Club of America, Inc. is the Parent Club of all organized activities concerning the breed. It is one of the oldest breed clubs in the United States, having been formed in 1891 and thus is the focal point through which local clubs gain approval to hold shows and field trials. |
| Irish Terrier Club of America The Irish Terrier Club of America was organized in 1896 to encourage and promote breeding of pure-bred Irish Terriers; to protect and advance the interests ot the breed and to encourage sportsmanlike competition, etc. |
| Irish Water Spaniel Club of America The Irish Water Spaniel Club of America wants to encourage members to perfect by selective breeding physically, temperamentally sound Irish Water Spaniels; to do all possible to promote their natural abilities and qualities. |
| Irish Wolfhound Club of America The Irish Wolfhound is an ancient breed of the greyhound family. He was used to hunt wolves and elk and to accompany Irish nobles to war. Even though this original purpose is no longer valid, the instincts originally developed for the chase are still very much a part of the modern hounds, so proper fencing is important. |
| Italian Greyhound Club of America The Italian Greyhound Club of America was founded in 1954 and consists of serious IG breeders, exhibitors and other aficionados all over the United States who are interested in learning as much as possible about the Italian Greyhound and helping to dispense that information to the general public, along with some of the love they share with this charismatic little dog. |
| Jack Russell Terrier Club of America The JRTCA, the largest Jack Russell Terrier club and registry in the world, was founded to protect and preserve the unique characteristics and working heritage of this great little terrier, and remains dedicated to that purpose today. |
| Japanese Chin Club Japanese Chin Club of America provide information to educate and promote the responsible ownership of Japanese Chin. Enjoy learning about this delightful breed. |
| Kerry Blue Terrier Club The Empire Kerry Blue Terrier Club dedicated to encourage and promote quality in the breeding of pure-bred Kerry Blue Terriers and to do all possible to bring their natural qualities to perfection |
| Labrador Retriever Club The Labrador Retriever Club, Inc. (LRC) is a nationally based club dedicated to preserving the integrity of the breed. The Labrador Retriever Club has a rich history with past and present members and Labradors. |
| Labrador Retriever National Club The National Labrador Retriever Club was organized in 1996 with the idea of creating a national club that would preserve and promote the Labrador Retriever. |
| Lhasa Apso Club, American The mission of the American Lhasa Apso Club is the preservation and welfare of the Lhasa Apso. This breed of dog is a product of centuries of Tibetan culture and as such deserves to be valued and protected for its historic and aesthetic merit as well as for its modern use as a companion. To this end, the American Lhasa Apso Club has defined a standard of excellence for the breed and sponsors competitions to improve the breeding population and educate breeders. |
| Maltese The first Maltese specialty club of consequence was the Maltese Terrier Club of America, organized in 1906. This club eventually came to be known as the National Maltese Club which held its first specialty at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel in New York on November 30, 1917. By the end of the 1950'"I’s there were two Maltese clubs; the Maltese Dog Club of America, formerly the National Maltese Club, and the Maltese Dog Fanciers of America. |
| Manchester Terrier Club In 1923 the Manchester Terrier Club of America was recognized. 1934 saw the Toy Black and Tan Terrier changed to Toy Manchester Terrier, and in 1938 the American Toy Manchester Terrier Club was recognized. |
| Mastiff Club of America The Mastiff Club Of America, Inc., was incorporated in 1929 to protect and promote the Mastiff. The MCOA is a member of the American Kennel Club and is the AKC'"I’s parent breed club for the Mastiff (English). There are currently about 800 regular and associate members. |
| Miniature Pinscher Club of America Miniature Pinscher Club of America encourages and promotes quality in the responsible breeding of pure-bred Miniature Pinschers and to do all possible to bring their natural qualities to perfection and to provide educational seminars and conduct sanctioned matches, obedience trials, and specialty shows under the rules of the American Kennel Club, Inc. |
| Miniature Schnauzer Club of America The American Miniature Schnauzer Club, a member club of the American Kennel Club, was founded in 1933. It has over 600 members residing in practically all 50 states, Canada and other foreign countries. |
| Miniature Shar-Pei Club of America Miniature Shar-Pei Club Of America provides history of the breed, breeders directory, specialty calendar, list of available volunteer work, publications, and other helpful information |
| Newfoundland Club of America The Newfoundland Club of America, Inc. (NCA) is a not-for-profit organization formed in 1930 to encourage and promote the quality of pure-bred Newfoundland dogs and to do all possible to bring their natural qualities to perfection. |
| Norfolk Terrier The American Norfolk Terrier Association (ANTA) is a national club, with an international membership, that is devoted to protecting and advancing the interests of the Norfolk Terrier through education, communication, and fostering the special camaraderie that develops through association with this charming and rare breed. |
| Norwich and Norfolk Terrier Club The Norwich and Norfolk Terrier Club is affiliated with the American Kennel Club and serves as the parent club for the both breeds and operate and function as an educational non-profit organization. |
| Old English Sheepdog Club of America The Old English Sheepdog Club of America helps to become knowledgeable about the breed, the history of the breed, breeders information, shows... |
| Otterhound Club of America The Otterhound Club of America was founded in 1960. OHCA is a member club of the American Kennel Club, and is recognized by the AKC as the official parent club of the Otterhound in the United States. |
| Papillon Club of America The purpose of the Papillon Club is to unite all lovers of this exquisite breed in order that they may work in mutual helpfulness to breed and exhibit ever-better specimens. While there is no desire to cheapen the breed or make it common, the Club is eager to assist sincere newcomers. |
| PBGV Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Club of America The Official Web Site of the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Club of America. |
| Pekingese Club of America The purpose of the Pekingese Club of America is to educate the public on the Pekingese Standard and idiosyncrasies of the breed and in all other areas |
| Pembroke Welsh Corgi Club of America The Pembroke Welsh Corgi Club of America, Inc. was established in 1936 and its purpose to encourage and promote quality in the breeding of pure-bred Pembroke Welsh Corgis and to do all possible to bring their natural qualities to perfection |
| Pointer Club, American Founded in 1938, the American Pointer Club (APC) is the guardian of the breed and determines the official breed conformation standard. It urges APC members, breeders and judges to accept the Pointer standard as approved by the American Kennel Club. |
| Pomeranian Club of America The American Pomeranian Club, Inc. is a non-profit organization. The APC is a national breed club licensed by the American Kennel Club. The APC is dedicated to promoting the Pomeranian breed in its many aspects. |
| Poodle Club of America Established in 1989, the purpose of the Foundation is to create knowledge through original research; to preserve the knowledge of the past by collecting and organizing the information that already exists; and to disseminate this knowledge to the vast spectrum of Poodle enthusiasts. |
| Portuguese Water Dog Club of America Official Home Page of the Portuguese Water Dog Club of America (PWDCA) to promote quality in the breeding of purebred Portuguese Water Dog. |
| Pug Club of America The Pug Dog Club of America provides Information on history of the breed, choosing pups, breeders, joining, and shows. |
| Rat Terrier Club of America The Rat Terrier Club of America is the first National organization to provide a Rat Terrier breed standard and information. Due to these efforts, Rat Terriers are now an AKC / FSS breed. |
| Rhodesian Ridgeback Club In 1948 a group of enthusiastic Rhodesian Ridgeback owners organized with the primary purpose of gaining recognition of the breed by the American Kennel Club. In 1955, their goal was met when the AKC officially recognized the Rhodesian Ridgeback. |
| Rottweiler Club, American The American Rottweiler Club is an AKC-Member Club recognized as the national breed club; dedicated to education about responsible Rottweiler ownership and to preserving and protecting the Rottweiler breed. |
| Saint Bernard Club of America The Saint Bernard Club of America is one of the oldest breed clubs in the U.S., first organized in 1888 only four years after the formation of the American Kennel Club. |
| Saluki Club of America Established in 1924, the Saluki Club of America (SCOA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to protecting the best interests of the breed. SCOA is a parent club member of the American Kennel Club. We have over 180 members in the United States and Canada. The members are saluki owners, breeders and fanciers. |
| Samoyed Club of America The Samoyed Club of America, Inc. (SCA) is a 1600 member strong national organization of Samoyed owners, breeders and exhibitors, dedicated to preserving, protecting and advancing the interests of the breed. |
| Schipperke Club of America The Schipperke Club of America (SCA) goals as set forth in the SCA constitution, to encourage good sportsmanship in the sport of dogs, and to set an example of honorable kennel business practices when dealing with any person. |
| Scottish Deerhound Club of America The Scottish Deerhound Club of America is engaged in many activities that support the aim of protecting and advancing the interests of the breed. |
| Scottish Terrier Club of America The Scottish Terrier Club of America members are a diverse group united in their interest in the breed. They spend time with their dogs at home on the sofa and at a variety of activities, including social events and all kinds of competitions. Some also breed and raise puppies. |
| Sealyham Terrier Club of America The American Sealyham Terrier Club welcomes new members both from the United States and around the world. We welcome applications from all who have an interest in the Sealyham Terrier. |
| Shar-Pei Club of America The Chinese Shar-Pei Club of America provides history of the breed, breeders directory, specialty calendar, list of available volunteer work, publications, and information on their DNA bank. |
| Shetland Sheepdog Association, American The American Shetland Sheepdog Association (ASSA) is a Member Club of the American Kennel Club (AKC) and the Parent Club of the breed. It is a national, not for profit, club founded in 1929 as an organization of Sheltie fanciers devoted to the betterment of the Shetland Sheepdog breed. |
| Shih Tzu Club, American The American Shih Tzu Club, Inc. (ASTC) was formed in 1963 by a small group of individuals who shared a common interest in, love for, and commitment to the Shih Tzu breed. Since then, the ASTC has continued to grow in membership, in local Shih Tzu club affiliates, and in liaisons with other Shih Tzu organizations throughout the world. The ASTC is a member club of the American Kennel Club. |
| Siberian Husky Club of America The Siberian Husky Club of America, Inc. established in 1938 is the AKC-recognized, national breed club for the Siberian Husky. In response to the many inquiries received about Siberian Huskies, the Siberian Husky Club of America, Inc., has gathered together information about the breed in this Website. |
| Silky Terrier Club of America To encourage and promote quality in the breeding of purebred Silky Terriers in the U.S. and to do all possible to bring their natural qualities to perfection. |
| Skye Terrier Club of America The Skye Terrier Club of America (STCA) was founded in 1938 to protect and preserve the Skye Terrier. Our AKC member club is comprised of responsible breeders, owners, and exhibitors of Skye Terriers. |
| Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Club of America The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Club of America, Inc (SCWTCA) dedicated to the welfare of the breed, protection and preservation of the breed. |
| Staffordshire Terrier Club of America The Staffordshire Terrier Club of America (STCA) is a sincere and active organization promoting and protecting the interests of this breed. The STCA was formed in 1936 and is a member club of the American Kennel Club. |
| Standard Schnauzer Club of America Although Standard Schnauzers were seen in America in the early 1900s, the Standard Schnauzer Club of America did not emerge until 1933 and became a member of the Working Group in 1945. |
| Sussex Spaniel Club of America The Sussex Spaniel Club of America is dedicated to encouraging and promoting quality in the breeding of pure-bred Sussex Spaniels and to do all possible to bring their natural qualities to perfection. |
| Tibetan Mastiff Club of America The first Tibetan Mastiff Club of America (TMCA) was founded in 1974, and is one of the oldest clubs for the Tibetan Mastiff in America. |
| Tibetan Terrier Club of America The Tibetan Terrier Club of America, Inc. was created to encourage and promote the quality breeding of pure-bred Tibetan Terriers and to do all possible to bring their natural qualities to perfection. |
| Vizsla Club of America The Vizsla Club of America, organized originally in the early 1950's as the Magyar Vizsla club, received its present name in order to facilitate breed recognition by the AKC. The organization has published a national newsletter since 1953 called The Vizsla News. Presently, the VCA sponsors a week long national event which rotates around the country each year. |
| Weimaraner Club of America Weimaraner Club of America set guideline to protect and advance the interests of the Weimaraner by maintaining high breeding standards and by encouraging sportsmanlike competition at dog shows, field trials, obedience trials, and tracking tests. |
| Welsh Springer Spaniel Club of America The Welsh Springer Spaniel Club of America was founded in 1961 with 21 members; of those, 15 were from New Jersey and New York area, 4 were from the Pennsylvania area and 2 were from California. As of 01 Jan 1999 the WSSCA membership has swelled to over 300 with members from the US, Canada, UK, Sweden, Finland, and Holland. Five founding members are still with the club. |
| Welsh Terrier Club of America The Welsh Terrier Club of America organized in 1900 to encourage and promote quality in the breeding of pure-bred Welsh Terriers and to do all possible to bring their natural working qualities to perfection; to do all in its power to protect and advance the interests of the breed and to encourage portsmanlike competition. |
| West Highland White Terrier Club of America The West Highland White Terrier Club of America (WHWTCA) is the one official American National Club for Westies and dedicated to the advancement of quality care, breeding and enjoyment of Westies. |
| Whippet Club of America The American Whippet Club is the national breed club for Whippets within the American Kennel Club. It promotes the showing, responsible breeding, obedience training and competition, lure coursing, and versatility of the whippet breed. |
| Wire Fox Terriers and Smooth Fox Terriers Club The Fox Terrier Network is an international club in support group for those that own and love the Wire Fox Terrier and the Smooth Fox Terrier. |
| Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Club of America The Griffon (Wirehaired Pointing Griffon) is one of the wirehaired, versatile hunting dog breeds. |
| Woburn Scottish Terriers British Heritage. The 3rd Generation Owned by Scottish Terriers. Members of the Scottish Terrier Club or America (since 1985); Scottish Terrier Club of Chicago (past President, VP/Show Chairman, AKC and STCA Representatives); Scottish Terrier Club of Greater Louisville, Great Lakes All Terrier Association, and Scottish Terrier Breeder & Exhibitors Association (UK). Breeders and Owner-Handlers of AKC-Registered Championship Scottish Terriers. |
| Yorkshire Terrier Club of America The Yorkshire Terrier Club of America is a non-profit organization comprised of over 500 members from all sections of the country and several foreign countries. While many are breeders and exhibitors, others are owners of Yorkies as companions. All members are united by this very special little dog. |
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