As of Wednesday morning, the American Kennel Club has officially recognized the Icelandic Sheepdog, Cane Corso and Leonberger. Since they have been recognized, they can compete in AKC events Will the breeds benefit from this recognition?
What it means to be recognized by AKC
Now that the Icelandic Sheepdog, Cane Corso and Leonberger have all been recognized by the AKC, there could be a couple of changes. The American Kennel Club is a registration club that tends to recognize purebred dog pedigrees. It is the only registry company that is non-profit. By adding the Icelandic Sheepdog, Leonberger and Cane Corso, the AKC registry list has 166 separate breeds now.
Info on the Icelandic Sheepdog
The Icelandic Sheepdog was brought to Iceland about 1,000 years ago. The Icelandic Sheepdog is a very old breed that has been a working breed for a very long time. These dogs are hard-working and revered for their work ethic.
About the Cane Corso
The Cane Corso is a rare breed. This mastiff-family dog was brought back by dedicated breeders. Intelligent, effortlessly trained and at times very protective, these dogs are highly prized in Italy, where they originated.
Leonberger information
A German breed of dog named for Leonberg, Germany, the Leonberger has a lion-like mane. They’re used as water rescue dogs and pets while being very large.
The AKC financial impact
The AKC and their financial impact is heavily debated. The American Kennel Club says canine health is supported by it. For encouraging pedigrees and breed tracking, the AKC has also be criticized. Pedigreed puppies sell for several hundred or thousand dollars. The medical problems that are exacerbated by pedigreed breeding can also be very expensive for owners to care for. While pedigreed breeds can be an indication of the personality and features of a breed, there is no guarantee. If you’re looking for a pet for any purpose other than competing in dog shows, it may be better to take a look at shelter animals first, before spending thousands of dollars on an “AKC registered” animal.
