We offer a number of different memberships
Login to your RKC account & discover the benefits
Explore RKC London Club, Gallery & Library
We have developed different registers to suit all dogs and their owners
Associates must have contributed significantly to our club's activities
Being an affiliate can be a rewarding way to contribute to the RKC's work
Explore our selection of exclusive Royal Kennel Club member products
A heritage home in the heart of Mayfair with over 150 years of tradition
Mayfair’s Royal Kennel Club Library devoted to dogs
Mayfair’s Royal Kennel Club Gallery devoted to art and dog lovers
The UK’s only purpose-built dog-friendly venue for canine activities
Northumberland centre of excellence for working dog trials and training
One of the largest dog image collections in the world
All you need when searching for your best friend
RKC classes & tips to help with training your dog
250,000+ dogs registered with RKC annually
Search for your new best friend
Browse pedigree breeds and filters to find a fit
Advice on questions, equipment and choosing a breeder
What you need to know about becoming a dog owner
Practical tips on feeding, training and socialising
Why insurance matters and how to pick the right policy
Search for a rescue
View a RKC dog’s pedigree and health test results
Guide to transferring registered ownership
Begin training with simple, practical first steps
Online courses and resources to build dog skills
Training and awards for responsible owners
Find accredited instructors
Child safety education for interacting with dogs
Register your dog’s official pedigree certificate
Transfer a dog’s registration to its new owner
Register a unique kennel name for your breeding program
Obtain certificates proving a dog’s lineage generation
Microchip registration to help reunite lost pets
We're here to support you from start to finish
Having puppies is an incredibly exciting event
What to do after whelping your litter
A series of links to help support your dog
Choosing to have a litter of puppies is a big commitment
Choosing to mate your dog is not a decision that should be taken lightly
Finding the right stud dog can sometimes be time-consuming and challenging
The most important goal, above all else, should be to improve the breed
Find out which health tests or schemes are relevant to your breed
A list of clinics that are run by us, breed clubs or various dog shows.
High levels of inbreeding can affect the health of your puppies
Trying to combine the best traits of different dogs is no easy feat
Discover how and why dogs mate and why they can become 'tied'
Pregnancy can be a very exciting, yet very stressful time
Choosing to have a litter of puppies is a big commitment and responsibility
Vets and breeders are requested to report caesareans to the RKC
Although the mother does most of the work, there are ways you can support
Registering with the RKC gives you access to over 150 years of expertise
Choosing the best homes for your puppies isn't always easy
Lifetime pet insurance you can rely on
Consolidates all relevant health tests for your breed in one place
Look up an RKC registered dog and find available health & test information
There are a many ways in which breeders can help preserve genetic diversity
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Learn about common health issues your dog may face
Helping your dog to lead a healthy & happy life
Common information that vets may find useful
The RKC have developed numerous research projects
Here you'll find a number of articles on health and well being issues
It's always useful to know more about the issues your dog may suffer from
The RKC provides a number o educational seminars run by clubs & societies
For owners and breeders, find out more about the work we do for dog health
A collection of the most basic dog care advice that you'll need
Owning a dog brings great enjoyment but also carries responsibilities
The cost of living crisis is having a huge impact on many of our lives
Our information hub for veterinary professionals
BHCs are health and welfare advocates working with clubs & councils
Designed to provide a practical guide for BHCs, Clubs & Councils
The issues that most dogs suffer from and how to minimise your dog’s risk
A useful resource for BHCs who need assistance or are new to the role
Helping you plan your objectives and design the survey
Without a health survey you are left with only anecdotal evidence
Translating your findings into useful information
What to consider, include, and maintain on your breed-specific website
A good website will be one of the strongest tools you have
Is this DNA test reliable? Was it carried out by a reputable laboratory?
We need your help to improve dog health
Our commitment to dog health and welfare
We have a variety of initiatives helping to improve the lives of dogs
Over 100 years of supporting heritage dog sports
Explore the events on offer for you and your dog
A club for you and your best friend
Search clubs, judges, shows & find events nearby
Also known as exhibiting, it's the most popular canine activity in the UK
Field Trials were developed to test the working ability of gundogs
A competitive activity based on the civilian equivalent of police dog work
An exciting and challenging countryside activity for purebred Bloodhounds
A fun, exciting activity that involves your dog negotiating obstacles
Testing the abilities of well-trained dogs
You and your dog working to navigate a obedience exercise obstacle course
Competitors choreograph routines to music and perform these with their dog
We are committed to improving support and advice for those running clubs
Simply the greatest dog show in the world
When you join our club, you'll get an exciting year of canine adventures
Learn how you can enjoy YKC activities and potentially qualify for Crufts
We host training days and qualifiers across the country each year
Use the filter tools to search for a list of shows or trials in your area
Search our databases for a club in your area
Find a judge who has been approved by the RKC to judge championship shows
The RKC provides free access to a number of educational seminars
History, charity, campaigns, jobs & more
Discover the Kennel Gazette and RKC Journal
The home of all RKC news, features & articles
The largest UK organisation devoted to dog health, welfare & training
Learn more about The RKC’s charitable endeavours
We run a host of campaigns each year raising awareness of dog issues
From our art gallery & library in London, to the RKC Building in Stoneleigh
If you have the skills, love dogs, and want to join our team, read on
We offer several memberships; explore the benefits of each
Find help and advice to our most frequently asked questions
Our flagship publication includes features and articles from the dog world
Browse our range of activity-related books, including event regulations
Our official online publication aims to cover all canine world developments
Providing journalists with all of our latest news and information
Posts and articles from the lighter side of the dog world
By continuing you are agreeing to the following declaration:
I/we agree to be bound by and submit to The Kennel Club Rules and Regulations in their present form or as they may be amended from time to time in relation to all canine matters with which The Kennel Club is concerned.
I/we accept the provision of The Kennel Club General Code of Ethics and in particular, agree without reservation that any Veterinary Surgeon performing a caesarean section and/or an operation on any of my/our dogs in such a way that the operation alters the natural conformation of the dog or any part thereof may report such an operation to The Kennel Club.
The Unique Ownership Code and Registration Number is located on your registration certificate. If you have the green A5 ownership certificate the Unique Ownership Code can be found on the REVERSE sidePlease check carefully on your documents to make sure you are entering the details correctly. Please note codes do not contain the letter O, use the number zero. If you are experiencing problems when entering the unique ownership code and registration number, then please complete and submit the hard copy form you have been provided with your dog registration via post instead.
Tip: Codes do not contain the letter O, use the number zero. Please do not add spaces at the end of the unique ownership code.
Tip: Codes do not contain the letter O, use the number zero. Please do not add spaces at the end of the registration number.
If your dog has been awarded a stud book number, you may enter either your dogs registration number, or the stud book number here. The studbook number is a series of four numbers followed by two letters, there are no spaces in either number.
Not the correct dog? Click edit to find the dog you wish to request change of ownership.
The current registered owner of this dog resides in either Jersey, Guernsey or Republic Of Ireland. In order for us to approve your application, the dog must first be registered in your name with The Kennel Club with which the dog is currently registered (The Kennel Club of Jersey, Guernsey Kennel Club or The Irish Kennel Club). If this has already been completed, please upload a copy of the registration certificate from the relevant Kennel Club, confirming the registered owner/s. Otherwise, please proceed and we will contact you when we process your application.
Please ensure you have entered both unique Ownership Code and registration number correctly.The unique Ownership Code and/or registration number that you have entered is invalid, please check the details printed on your registration certificate and re-enter, ensuring any zeros are entered as a number and not as a letter.