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kennel club

American  

noun

  1. an association of dog breeders, usually concerned only with certain breeds of dogs.


Etymology

Origin of kennel club

First recorded in 1870–75

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Dachshunds, the German dog breed known for their distinctive long bodies and short legs, face an uncertain future if proposed changes to an animal protection law are approved, Germany’s kennel club said.

From New York Times Mar. 28, 2024

The kennel club says it celebrates all dogs while highlighting “preservation breeding” of those with skills and traits that have been honed over generations.

From Washington Times May 5, 2023

The monument in homage to hero dogs was an initiative of the French kennel club, the Centrale Canine.

From Seattle Times Oct. 21, 2022

The English bulldog is “fierce in appearance, but possessed of affectionate nature,” says Britain’s largest kennel club.

From Washington Post Feb. 23, 2022

Dogs recognized by the AKC get to "compete at all levels of AKC-sanctioned events," the kennel club says.

From Fox News Jan. 4, 2022

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