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2021
September
- The Government’s Pet Theft Taskforce has today recommended a new ‘pet abduction’ offence and further proposals to combat the crime
- The Kennel Club regretfully announces cancellation of Health and Welfare Conference
- First ever Rally Warrant title goes to Border Collie#
- The Kennel Club Art Gallery opens new exhibition celebrating renowned dog artist
- London's biggest dog event returns to celebrate everyday canine superheroes
- Calling all South West crossbreeds to compete for the chance to qualify for Crufts 2022
August
- Kennel Club introduces phased and transparent system for elevating 'rare' breeds to championship status
- The Kennel Club answers most pup-ular questions hounding dog owners during the pandemic
- The Kennel Club extends nomination deadline for Breeds Liaison Council
- Kennel Club launches enhanced ‘Find a Judge’ service
- The Kennel Club Charitable Trust supports urgent evacuation mission of Afghanistan-based animal charity amid military chaos
- Razor makes obedience history
- Triumphant return for Kennel Club's International Agility Festival
- The Kennel Club urges Welsh dog breeders to respond to pet vending and dog breeding consultations
- Calling all Midlands crossbreeds to compete for the chance to qualify for Crufts 2022
July
- Kennel Club approves interim breed standard for Pyrenean Sheepdog (Smooth Faced)
- Bavarian Mountain Hound transferred from Imported Breed Register to Breed Register
- New research shows welfare crisis looming unless UK opens for dogs
- Limitation on 'hereditary clear' status postponed to 2023
- Breeds Liaison Council meeting 3 November
- Vulnerable British and Irish Breeds Competition returns this year
- Latest updates to Kennel Club Assured Breeder Scheme
- Kennel Club announces CC allocation for 2024 - 2028
- New DNA test reporting scheme to combat inherited disease in the Tibetan Terrier
- Parson Russell Terrier makes obedience history
- New figures show scale of dog theft and 'jaw dropping' failure to tackle the crime
- The Kennel Club announces inaugural dog health and welfare conference
- Exciting dog agility festival leaps into Rutland
June
- Important message from The Kennel Club regarding awards gained at all licensed events
- The Kennel Club issues advice for owners as international travel and dog shows gear up
- Dog owners warned about warm weather dangers as thousands set to enjoy UK staycation
- The Kennel Club welcomes opportunity to work with Warwick District Council ahead of Newbold Comyn redevelopment
- Government commitments to tackle cruel puppy smuggling trade welcomed by The Kennel Club
- The Kennel Club celebrates brave dog donors on World Blood Donor Day
- The Kennel Club create two new group championship shows
- Crufts 2022 qualifications updated for imported register breeds
- A reminder: Entering dogs for competition using the ‘NAF’, ‘TAF’ and ‘CNAF’ facilities
- Winners of one of world's largest veterinary awards revealed
- County Durham woman wins prestigious award for her work in Beagle health
- Expert in canine health and pioneer of VetCompass celebrated with prestigious award
- Australian organisation celebrates milestone as the first winners of prestigious international accolade
- Influential professor in veterinary neurology from Hannover celebrated with prestigious award
- Former University of Edinburgh student plans to return to continue research following prestigious veterinary award win
- Royal Veterinary College student from Singapore wins award for her research into aural haematomas in dogs
- Kennel Club AGM – election results
- Trial period extended for champion classes at breed club championship shows
May
- Crufts 2022 update- qualifications and groups
- Young Kennel Club challenges young dog owners to pick up the pace
- New DNA testing reporting scheme to combat inherited disease in the Rottweiler
- The Kennel Club responds to the Queen's Speech following pandemic dog ownership surge
- 'Overdue' electric shock collar ban amongst new Government measures welcomed by The Kennel Club
- The Kennel Club welcomes Pet Theft Taskforce and urges public pressure
- ‘Pawing the way’: The Kennel Club issues advice to protect the nation's dogs as restrictions continue to lift
- The Kennel Club urges swift action following court of appeal judgment on use of electric shock collars
- Entries now open for the return of top agility festival
- Changes to agility measuring regulations
- Registered clubs and societies urged to have their say via the Liaison Councils across every canine activity
- The Kennel Club launches vital scheme to improve Dachshund health and commits funding to further neurology research
- Buying a puppy is never black and white: Breed experts cite concerns upon release of new Disney Dalmatian film
- A12 disciplinary case – Mr P Portingale & Mrs J Portingale
- A12 disciplinary case – Mr J Drury
- A12 disciplinary case – Mr J P Awdry
- A12 disciplinary case – Mr A L Bateman
- A12 disciplinary case – Miss K M Busby
April
- The Kennel Club Guidance on Restarting Shows and Events
- Kennel Club survey reveals that 60 per cent of competitors want events to resume as soon as possible
- Statement from the Activities Health and Welfare Sub-Group
- Fate of Dulux dogs paints a 'paw' picture
- Registered society annual general meetings and annual returns
- Puppy farmers 'exploiting confusion around pandemic restrictions', dog experts warn
- The Kennel Club welcomes The Animal Welfare (Sentencing) Act becoming law
March
- Getting canine events back on track: The Kennel Club seeks the views of competitors and other 'stakeholders' via online survey
- The Kennel Club appoints new Genetics Research Manager
- The Kennel Club seeks clarification from Welsh Government on new animal welfare laws
- Pet Food Bank Service back on the road following grant from The Kennel Club Charitable Trust
- Agility Liaison Council meeting 8 July 2021
- Working Trials Liaison Council meeting 6 July 2021
- Welsh Government makes dog's dinner of regulations as breeders blindsided by proposals
- YKC launches adventurous creative writing contest
- The Kennel Club announces changes to obedience during Covid-19 pandemic
- Young Kennel Club Summer Camp returns to reunite young dog lovers for fun-filled week
- Celebrating National Puppy Day - how our four-legged friends help us cope during 'ruff' times
- Carried-forward breed club championship shows can now also be held as back-to-back events
- The Kennel Club genetics centre to re-open as part of the University of Cambridge
- Crufts 2021
- The Kennel Club welcomes Wyre Forest district council’s decision to overturn local dog walking restrictions
- The Kennel Club warns dog owners ahead of Easter as canine sweet tooth set to put hundreds of dogs at risk of chocolate poisoning
- A dog's life after lockdown: The Kennel Club launches 'Paw-by-Paw' Guide to help owners take the lead
February
- Registered society annual general meetings
- Who will let the dogs out?
- The Kennel Club welcomes negotiations set to ease pet travel barriers between Great Britain and Northern Ireland
- Last chance to nominate for prestigious International Canine Health Awards 2021
- Puppy dog eyes work magic: thousands wouldn't be in a relationship with someone who disliked dogs
- The Kennel Club celebrates lobbying success as a business test removed from Scottish breeding regulations
- Legislation to crack down on puppy farms finally made law in Scotland
- Open Show Winner (OSW) title moves to end of dog’s name
- The Kennel Club to allow 2021 breed club championship shows to be carried forward to 2022
- Relaxation and suspension of necessary F regulations extended to the end of 2021
- Young dog walker from Somerset strides ahead in dog walking competition
- Young dog owner from Dumfries and Galloway strides ahead in dog walking competition
- Field Trials Liaison Council meeting: 18 August 2021
January
- ‘Grandfathering' applications for judges now open
- Travel arrangements between between Great Britain and Northern Ireland
- Young Kennel Club calls for young dog walkers to mark up the miles
- Accredited instructors names as the best dog training company in Nottingham
- New Rally Warrant award available
- Pet travel Brexit U-turn
- The Kennel Club boots its online Academy with three new films
- Breed Liaison Council meeting 26 May 2021
- The Kennel Club recognises the Pyrenean Sheepdog (Smooth Faced)
- The Kennel Club welcomes new Tenancy Agreement ending 'unfair' blanket ban on pets
2020
December
- The Kennel Club and Breed Clubs discuss new CC allocation model
- The Kennel Club Accredited Instructors scheme recognised as a City and Guilds accredited programme for another year
- Shows Liaison Council meeting - 7 April 2021
- Discover Dogs returns to London in 2021
- New DNA test reporting scheme to combat inherited disease in the Border Collie
- The Kennel Club and Weatherbys announce 38 new CombiBreed packages
- The Kennel Club issues warning as data suggests thousands of dogs at risk of intoxication this Christmas
- Additional accredited trainers for working trials needed for Judges' Education Programme
- Latest updates to The Kennel Club Assured Breeders scheme
- The Kennel Club welcomes news that 2021 could go out with less of a bang in Scotland
- The Kennel Club celebrates health milestones in 2020
- Partnership shows for two breeds at Crufts 2021
- Imported Register breeds now eligible to compete in any variety and stakes classes
- The Kennel Club specimen schedules revised for 2021
- Organisation gives new hope to rescue dogs thanks to donation from The Kennel Club Charitable Trust
- C and F Regulation amends
- Changes to rally regulations
- Changes to working trials regulations
- Changes to obedience regulations
- Changes to Bloodhound working trials regulations
- Changes to heelwork to music regulations
- Changes to agility regulations
November
- Update on canine health schemes as England enters second national lockdown
- Nominations sought for International Canine Health Awards 2021
- The Kennel Club backs calls for review and reform of 'unfair' Public Spaces Protection Orders system
- Guaranteed Championship shows from 2022 extended to clubs amalgamating in past five years
- Crufts to go ahead, new date announced
- Regulations for judge requirements and eligibility as of 1 January 2021
- Crufts changes
- Obedience at Crufts
- New measures for registering progeny of imported Keeshonds
October
- The Kennel Club welcomes consultation results as Wales set to ban third party puppy sales
- Working Trials Liaison Council meetings
- Nominations open for major award that recognises outstanding young dog owners
- Agility Liaison Council Meeting - 11 February 2021
- Annual returns deadline extended to 31 July 2021
- Man's best friend: research shows positive impact of dogs on owners' mental health during lockdown
- Field Trials Liaison Council meetings
- New DNA testing scheme for the Japanese Akita Inu
- The Kennel Club plans to use new model for CC allocation from 2024 onwards
- New measures for registering progeny of imported Otterhounds
- Ballot counting services for Kennel Club registered societies
- Capping of entries at shows during the pandemic
- Dog owners fret about fireworks as displays move from parks to private gardens in the wake of Covid-19
- The Kennel Club Charitable Trust commits to advance health research into 13 more brachycephalic breeds
- Cancellation of AV Spaniel, Cocker Spaniel and HPR Championships and all Kennel Club Field Trials
September
- The search is on again for UK's top dog hero for national award
- Organisation working with autistic adults gets a helping paw from Kennel Club Charitable Trust
- Assured Breeders scheme: update for the Italian Spinone
- The Kennel Club offers guaranteed championship shows for 10 years as incentive for clubs to amalgamate
- Obedience Liaison Council Meeting 21 January 2021
- The Kennel Club announcement regarding Crufts 2021
August
- Kennel Club Board statement: Kennel Club events
- Organisations that received funding from Kennel Club Educational Trust emergency relief fund say the support kept their business afloat
- The Kennel Club welcomes new research demonstrating the ineffectiveness of electronic collars
- The Covid-19 puppy boom - 1 in 4 admit impulse buying a pandemic puppy
July
- Lancashire dog rescue set to continue work during pandemic thanks to emergency funding from Kennel Club Charitable Trust
- The Kennel Club launches 'Voice for Dogs' manifesto following overwhelming increase in puppy buying
- Dogs New Zealand collaborate with the Kennel Club to improve brachycephalic health
- Lincolnshire organisation set to continue rescue work during pandemic thanks to emergency funding from Kennel Club Charitable Trust
- The Kennel Club appoints Mark Beazley as Chief Executive
- One in three puppy buyers could not identify a reputable breeder
- Breeds Liaison Council meeting planned for 4 November 2020
- Gundog enthusiast from Hexham who works for the Kennel Club chosen by BASC as Gamekeeper of the Month
- Scooby Dooby down! 'Mystery' of Great Dane popularity plunge
- Learn to draw your favourite dog breeds with the Young Kennel Club's virtual drawing classes
- Three young dog lovers crowned lockdown stars alongside their canine companions
- Cancellation of Discover Dogs 2020
- South Yorkshire organisation helps mistreated dogs with emergency support from the Kennel Club Charitable Trust
- Kent organisation finds forever homes for dogs abandoned in lockdown with support from Kennel Club Charitable Trust
- The Kennel Club declassifies the Segugio Italiano
- Renowned dog photographer donates to Kennel Club Charitable Trust Emergency Relief Initiative to support UK dog organisations amid Covid-19 pandemic
- The Kennel Club launches video to help owners and their four-legged friend ‘Get started’ in dog showing
- The Kennel Club Genetics Centre data and biological material saved
- The Kennel Club urges dog owners in North Devon to respond to controversial consultation
- Young Kennel Club Summer Camp leads the pack online
- Organisations that received funding from Kennel Club Educational Trust emergency relief fund say the support kept their business afloat
June
- Deerhound breeder wins award for her work in her breed’s health
- The Young Kennel Club online dog show attracts hundreds of entries from across the UK
- Fourteen organisations receive support from the Kennel Club Educational Trust during the Covid-19 pandemic
- Judges Competency Framework to be known as Judges Education Programme (Breed Shows)
- Extension of annual returns deadline to 31 December 2020
- Kennel Club to allow inter-variety matings in Chihuahuas
- New DNA test reporting scheme to combat inherited disease in the Barbet
- Two new DNA test reporting schemes to combat inherited disease in the Shetland Sheepdog
- Clarification of 'Grandfather rights' for established Judges
- Crufts is back – and it’s only June!
- Would you like to become the Crufts Inter-Regional Obedience Team Manager for Wales?
- Pembrokeshire animal charity set to continue rescue efforts during pandemic due to emergency funding from Kennel Club Charitable Trust
- Dorset dog charity set to continue rescue work during pandemic thanks to emergency funding from Kennel Club Charitable Trust
- West Sussex organisation set to continue dog rescue work thanks to funding from Kennel Club Charitable Trust
- Kennel Club urges cross-party collaboration in Scotland to fully ban cruel shock collars
- Charity saving dogs from Chinese meat trade set to continue due to emergency funding from Kennel Club Charitable Trust
- Assured Advice for Licensed Assured Breeders
- Local dog rescue names newborn puppies after NHS heroes as it continues to save dogs with help from Kennel Club Charitable Trust
- Warning as scammers cash in on impulsive pandemic puppy buying
- New study reveals deafness in Dalmatians declines thanks to careful breeding decisions
- The Kennel Club response to Animals and Wildlife Bill (Penalties, Protections and Powers) (Scotland) becoming law
- Young dog lovers encouraged to get creative with their canine companions to win £100
- Kennel Club AGM - Election Results
- Yorkshire organisation set to continue dog rescue work during pandemic thanks to emergency funding from Kennel Club Charitable Trust
May
- New decade sees iconic 'Scottie dog' revival
- Change to agility regulations
- Kennel Club online dog show brings paw-sitivity to lockdown and attracts more than 39,000 entries
- New DNA testing scheme to combat inherited disease in the Papillon
- Young Kennel Club Summer Camp Cancelled
- International Agility Festival Cancelled
- Statement on Covid-19 and Kennel Club events – 13 May 2020
- Winners of Europe's most prestigious veterinary awards revealed
- Twenty rescue charities benefit from Kennel Club Charitable Trust emergency funding: appeal in Our Dogs raises £40K so far
- Dog owners warned about warm weather amid lockdown easing
- Kennel Club Charitable Trust supports therapy dog projects to help disadvantaged young people in Gloucestershire
- Kennel Club creates list of 'lost' first-time Championship show appointments to assist Show Societies
- Kennel Club Charitable Trust reopens emergency relief fund
April
- The Kennel Club and The Kennel Club Charities Emergency Relief Initiative
- New legislation to end puppy farming comes into effect as public interest in new pets soars
- Kennel Club boosts its online Academy with four new breed films
- Reviewed Criteria Announced For Judging Mentors and Observers
- Our Dogs launches appeal in support of emergency relief fund set up by Kennel Club Charitable Trust
- Kennel Club successfully launches online dog show during lockdown
- Kennel Club continues to search for top dogs amid lockdown
- New DNA testing scheme to combat inherited disease in the ‘vulnerable’ Otterhound
March
- Young Kennel Club camp back with a bark
- Kennel Club launches videos to help owners and their four-legged friend 'get started'
- A Miniature Poodle from Lancashire wins place in Crufts Best in Show final
- Bichon Frisé from Lancashire wins place in Crufts Best in Show final
- Sussex Spaniel ‘talent spotted’ in Suffolk park crowned UK's top vulnerable Breed at Crufts
- English Toy Terrier from Fife wins major award at world's most famous dog show
- Border Collie from Newark crowned Freestyle winners at Crufts
- Young Agility star from Lincolnshire crowned winner at Crufts
- Irish Setter from West Yorkshire wins place in Crufts Best in Show final
- Border Collie from Hove crowned winner at Crufts
- Kennel Club and FCI discuss collaborations at Crufts 2020
- Mother and daughter from South Yorkshire crowned UK's bets dog breeders at Crufts
- Agility stars crowned winners at Crufts
- Bullmastiff from Belgium wins place in Crufts Best in Show final
- An Old English Sheepdog from Hungary wins place in Crufts Best in Show final
- Nottinghamshire dog wins popular Crufts crossbreed competition
- Border Collie from Kent becomes Crufts Obedience Champion
- Crufts announces the nation's top canine hero: a Golden Retriever, Leo
- A Kerry Blue Terrier from Swansea wins place in Crufts Best in Show final
- Crufts 2020 Best in Show champion is Maisie the Wire-Haired Dachshund from Gloucestershire
- Northern England stars conquer team event at Crufts
- Entries now open for top dog agility festival
- Success for dog trainers from Middlesex and Cheshire
- Surrey youngster honoured with top award at Crufts
- Young Handler of the Year crowned at Crufts
- Statement on Kennel Club events and coronavirus (Covid-19)
- Staffordshire dog and owner become Crufts Obedience Champions
- Young handler and dog from Kent crowned YKC Stakes winners at Crufts
- Portrait of Dylan, 2019 Best in Show winner, presented at Crufts 2020
- Young volunteer from Sussex receives award at Crufts
- Kennel Club Office Closures
- Corresponding with the Kennel Club during Covid-19 outbreak
- Kennel Club and Charitable and Educational Trusts announce emergency relief fund
- GCDS award winners announced at Crufts
- Curly Coated Retriever from Coalville wins Gamekeepers Classes at Crufts 2020
- Code of Best Practice Updated For Breed Appreciation Days and Multiple Choice Exams
- Agility Liaison Council meeting 9 July 2020
- Kennel Club calls on council leaders to relax restrictions on dog walking areas to aid social distancing
- Working Trials Liaison Council meeting 16 July 2020
- Obedience Liaison Council meeting 23 July 2020
- Shetland Sheepdogs Hailed Nations Most Obedient Breed After Winning 'Obreedience’ Final at Crufts
February
January
- Another successful UKAS audit for Kennel Club Assured Breeder Scheme
- Each group to have AVNSC and imported register classes at open and championship shows
- Registration of dogs of merle colouring
- Vulnerable British and Irish Breeds Competition returns with new format
- Dyfed dog and handler from Worcestershire win 90th Kennel Club Cocker Spaniel Championship
- Last chance to nominate for prestigious International Canine Health Awards 2020
- Study reveals hip and elbow screening improves long-term dog health
- Two new DNA schemes to combat inherited disease in the Norwegian Elkhound
- Kennel Club enhances Breed Watch to improve dog health and welfare
- New DNA testing scheme for the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
- Breeds Liaison Council meeting 20 May 2020
- Shropshire dog wins Kennel Club Any Variety (excluding Cocker) Championship
- The Kennel Club and Weatherbys announce CombiBreed all-in-one tests for eight new breeds