JUST FIVE DAYS LEFT. Gather the family around the 📺 and watch the 25th Annual AKC National Championship Dog Show presented by @royalcaninus on @abc ✨ 📺: 12/28 | 12PM ET #ThisIsAKC #DogsOfBlueSky

You say “Viking Corgi,” we say “Swedish Vallhund.” Either way they’re wee little wolfie things and we love them. #ThisIsAKC #DogsOfBlueSky #SwedishVallhund #AKCNationalChampionship

What an achievement! Congratulations to Alexis Chism and Greta on their NOHS Best in Show win! 👏 👏 #ThisIsAKC #GermanWirehairedPointer #DogSky #DogsOfBlueSky

Low toxicity doesn't mean no risk. Caution is key. #ThisIsAKC #DogSky #DogsOfBlueSky

ONE. WEEK. LEFT. Tune into ABC on December 28th at 12pm ET to see your favorite dog breeds on the red carpet at the AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin. Drop a 🏆 if you plan on watching! #ThisIsAKC #DogsOfBlueSky

Prozac can help treat your dog's anxiety and fear. #ThisIsAKC #DogSky #DogsOfBlueSky

Are you ready for the big show? ✨ Gather your family around the TV to watch these gorgeous dogs compete for the title of AKC National Champion. 🏆 📺 ABC | 12/28 | 12PM ET #ThisIsAKC #AKCNationalChampionship #Dogs #DogsOfBlueSky

A huge congratulations to Tatum and her Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen, Spotify, on a standout performance! 👏 🎉 #ThisIsAKC #PetitBassetGriffonVendéen #DogsOfBlueSky #DogSky

Golden, focused, unstoppable.🌟 Squeeze secures back-to-back AKC Obedience Classic wins. #ThisIsAKC #GoldenRetriever #DogSky #DogsOfBlueSky

Dog shows can help build your child’s confidence. #ThisIsAKC #DogSky #DogsOfBlueSky

One Pequeno. One national stage. Go Spike! 🐶 ✨ #ThisIsAKC #PortuguesePodengoPequeno #DogSky #DogsOfBlueSky

"Winning the Award for Canine Excellence is validation of the hard work and the dedication that we put into it." #ThisIsAKC #Bloodhound #DogSky #DogsOfBlueSky

What makes a show dog a champion? Discover the secrets of the winners! 🏆 #ThisIsAKC #DogSky #DogsOfBlueSky

Gabby learned obedience for the road and ended up earning a spot on the national stage! 🐾 ✨ #ThisIsAKC #TreeingWalkerCoonhound #DogSky #DogsOfBlueSky

We had the best time at the #AKCNationalChampionship in Orlando. 💫 Only 10 days until the show premiers on ABC! 📺 ABC 📅 12/28 ⏰ 12PM ET #ThisIsAKC #DogsOfBlueSky #DogSky

A well-earned honor for teams whose work strengthens communities in times of crisis. 💙 #ThisIsAKC #DogSky #DogsOfBlueSky

"To me, he is the whole package for a GSD, everything a shepherd should be.” 💙 #ThisIsAKC #GermanShepherdDog #DogSky #DogsOfBlueSky

A rare breed of an older age, Dooley is one-of-a-kind in the AKC RACH Invitational ring! #ThisIsAKC #AKCRACHInvitational #AmericanFoxhound #DogsOfBlueSky #DogSky

Teach your dog some simple behaviors to help keep them safe during all the festive excitement. #ThisIsAKC #DogsOfBlueSky #DogSky

In 2019, for the first time, a dog in the Toy Group won Best in Show at the AKC National Championship. Prior to that, every other group had been represented in Best in Show.

“He just exudes joy when he walks into the ring." #ThisIsAKC #AKCRACHInvitational #Chihuahua #DogsOfBlueSky #DogSky

Syd isn't just a teammate; she's a hero in golden fur! ☀️ #ThisIsAKC #GoldenRetriever #DogSky #DogsOfBlueSky

“More than anything, I want my dogs to do these sports because they want to, not because they’re being made to. Abbey loves it. As long as she’s enjoying it, we’ll keep going. She truly is a once-in-a-lifetime dog.” #ThisIsAKC #AKCRACHInvitational #FrenchBulldog #DogsOfBlueSky #DogSky

Ziggy the Standard Poodle is the oldest dog who competed at the Obedience Classic in Orlando! #ThisIsAKC #AKCObedienceClassic #StandardPoodle #DogsOfBlueSky #DogSky

The 2025 #AKCNationalChampionship has come to an end. 🫶 We'll see you at next year's show! #ThisIsAKC #DogsOfBlueSky #DogSky

Last night was just the beginning. Best in Show will be crowned TONIGHT 👑 It all starts at 5:30 PM ET on AKC.tv. #ThisIsAKC #AKCNationalChampionship #DogsOfBlueSky #DogSky

“He may not look like the fastest dog out there, but he gives me everything he has.” #ThisIsAKC #AKCAgilityInvitational #SilkyTerrier #DogsOfBlueSky #DogSky

Huge congratulations to Clark, the Basset Fauve de Bretagne, and owners Alexis and Allison Chism for winning Best in Miscellaneous at the 2025 AKC National Championship 👏✨ #ThisIsAKC #DogsOfBlueSky #BassetFauvedeBretagne #AKCNationalChampionship

In line to audition for Toto 🧺🌈 #ThisIsAKC #AKCNationalChampionship #CairnTerrier #DogsOfBlueSky #DogSky

“She’s a beautiful jumping dog who really excels at the sport." #ThisIsAKC #Agility #AKCAgilityInvitational #DogsOfBlueSky #DogSky

It all comes down to this: it's the final day of the #AKCNationalChampionship! 💫 Watch every moment leading up to Best in Show on AKCtv: https://bit.ly/44VWzS9 #ThisIsAKC #DogsOfBlueSky #DogSky

Another day of the #AKCNationalChampionship in the books ✅ And we're not done yet! Stay tuned tomorrow as we bring you along for the final day of competition and the crowning of Best in Show. #ThisIsAKC #DogsOfBlueSky #DogSky

The stage is set. ✨ Watch the first night of #AKCNationalChampionship group judging on AKC.tv: https://bit.ly/44VWzS9 #ThisIsAKC #DogsOfBlueSky #DogSky

Pomeranians on Parade #ThisIsAKC #Pomeranian #AKCNationalChampionship

Did you know in 2019 ALL FOUR Best in Show titles at the AKC National Championship were won by Breeder-Owner-Handlers! Catch this year's show when it airs December 28th at 12PM ET on ABC. It's just 15 days away! 🏆 #ThisIsAKC #AKCNationalChampionship

From the breed ring ➡️ to the group ring Learn more about how a dog advances through a dog show: https://bit.ly/4s0oBWS #ThisIsAKC #AKCNationalChampionship #GoldenRetriever #DogsOfBlueSky #DogSky

"She's exceeded my every expectation. I couldn't ask for a better dog." Read more about Pickles and Pat: https://bit.ly/3KUTlHX #ThisIsAKC #AKCAgilityInvitational #DogsOfBlueSky #DogSky

Who's ready for Day 2 of the #AKCNationalChampionship? 🐾 Tune in to AKC.tv to catch every moment 📺 #ThisIsAKC #DogsOfBlueSky #DogSky

🏆 Congratulations to Karen Fitzpatrick and Brighty the Border Terrier for winning Best in Stakes at the 2025 AKC/Royal Canin National All-Breed Puppy & Junior Stakes! 👏

The first day of the #AKCNationalChampionship may be over, but the competition is just getting started. See you tomorrow for more dogs and more fun! Watch all weekend long on AKC.tv 📺 #ThisIsAKC #DogsOfBlueSky #DogSky

Drum roll please 🥁🥁🥁 The winners of the 2025 AKC RACH Invitational are 10-year-old Wyatt the German Shorthaired Pointer and Belinda Venner!!! A huge congratulations to this amazing duo. Your teamwork and dedication is always inspiring to watch in the ring! ✨ #ThisIsAKC #DogsOfBlueSky

It may be 72 degrees in Orlando, but it’s actually a lil chilly in this convention center! These doggos are stylin’ and staying warm in their Ororo Koldpwoof Heated Dog Vests.🐾 #ThisIsAKC #DogsOfBlueSky #OroroWear

The inaugural National All-Breed Puppy and Junior Stakes was held in 2017, with "Gail" GCH CH Unity's Maid An Entrance CGC the Weimaraner winning the title of AKC Royal Canin National All-Breed Junior of the Year. Just 16 days until the 25th #AKCNationalChampionship airs on ABC! #ThisIsAKC

It's a beautiful morning at the 2025 #AKCNationalChampionship in Orlando 🐶☀️ Follow along all weekend as we celebrate 25 years of the largest dog show in North America! #ThisIsAKC #Samoyed #GoldenRetriever #Chihuahua #ChowChow #DogsOfBlueSky #DogSky

That’s day 1️⃣ down! Tomorrow, we’ll watch as the top 50 teams compete and find out which talented duo is taking home the gold. 🏆 #ThisIsAKC #AKCRallyInvitational #AKCRally #Rally #DogSports #DogsOfInstagram

Stingray the Rottweiler is rockin’ the rally ring! #ThisIsAKC #AKCRallyInvitational #Rottweiler #DogsOfBlueSky

Bear is one of the oldest dogs competing today at the 2025 AKC RACH Invitational. This nearly 16-year-old Chihuahua and his owner, Suzanne Bauman, have been participating in AKC Rally for 10 years! #ThisIsAKC #Chihuahua #AKCRallyInvitational

Good morning from Orlando, FL! Did you know this is only the second-ever AKC Rally Invitational?! 🎉 These talented dogs and their handlers are here to showcase their skills, demonstrate teamwork, and compete for the top spot!🐾

Clear your schedule and tune in! 🐾 #ThisIsAKC #DogSky #DogsOfBlueSky

In 2018, "Whiskey" GCHP CH Pinnacle Tennessee Whiskey was the first Whippet to win the Best in Show title at the AKC National Championship. Whiskey’s littermate "Bourbon" GCHP Pinnacle Kentucky Bourbon won the title two years later in 2020! #ThisIsAKC #Whippet #AKC25Countdown