* Maintains a reliable pedigree registry for purebred dogs. By entering a dogs Registered name or number you can pull up the pedigree to further your study of the lines in our breed.
* Maintains yearly reports of breed litter registration numbers which assists clubs with small populations.
* Maintains the Canine Health Foundation, the largest such organization in the world.
* Maintains the Breeder of Merit and Bred With H.E.A.R.T programs.
* Maintains a legal and legislative department to protect the rights of dog owners, fanciers, and breeders. Sign up for legislative alerts at their website http://akc.org
* Maintains records for a large number of dog sports for owners and their dogs to enjoy. From Conformation to Companion and Performance Sports.
* Maintains the sport of purebred dogs in the public eye by cooperating with television networks to air various activities that owners and their dogs participate in.
* Maintains the AKC Museum of the Dog.
* Publishes two magazines to inform and educate. "The AKC Gazette" and "The AKC Family Dog".