TOUCHDOWN, AKC! NEW YORK CITY GOES TO THE DOGS WHEN AKC MEET THE BREEDS RETURNS ON FOOTBALL'S BIGGEST WEEKEND

NEW YORK, Oct. 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Pregame the big game and get your tickets NOW for New York City's AKC^® Meet the Breeds^®, Presented by Purina Pro Plan, coming to the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center Saturday, February 7th, and Sunday, February 8th, 2026.

Join us for a tail-wagging, two-day educational event where you'll have the rare opportunity to meet, play with, and learn about more than 100 different dog breeds! Whether you're a lifelong dog lover or just starting your search for the perfect puppy, this immersive experience offers something for everyone.

Chat with breed experts, explore responsible pet ownership, and discover which breeds best match your lifestyle. It's the perfect outing for families, future dog owners, and canine enthusiasts of all ages. Don't miss this chance for some furry fun—bring the whole family!

Attendees can: 

• Meet and play with over 1,000 different dogs and puppies in booths that depict each breed's country of origin, historical purpose/function. 
• Discover new breeds and talk to breed experts to determine what dog would fit best into their lifestyle. 
• Learn about responsible pet ownership.
• See exciting and entertaining demonstrations of dog sports and working dogs exhibiting their skills. 
• Engage in fun activities in the kid's zone such as testing your agility skills in our interactive fun zone. Attendees can also participate in games and photo opportunities with the whole family.

The event is open to the public and perfect for the whole family. Admission is $10 for children and $35 for adults. Upgraded VIP admission is available. Use promo code MEET for $5 off general admission. Tickets are on sale now!

"We are thrilled to return to New York City's famed Jacob Javits Center with AKC Meet the Breeds," said Gina M. DiNardo, AKC President and CEO. "This event is a labor of love that brings dog experts together to share their knowledge and passion for dogs, breeds, and responsible pet ownership with dog lovers across the tri-state area. It gives attendees the unique opportunity to meet, play with and learn about what breed might be best for their lifestyle." 

Not only can you meet and play with a variety of different dog breeds, but there will also be exciting demonstrations that highlight the athleticism and work ethic of dogs, including, but not limited to, agility, search and rescue and more.

Discover the World of Dogs with the American Kennel Club®! For more information and to buy tickets, visit our website here.

About the American Kennel Club
Founded in 1884, the American Kennel Club is a not-for-profit organization which maintains the largest registry of purebred dogs in the world and oversees the sport of purebred dogs in the United States. The AKC is dedicated to upholding the integrity of its registry, promoting the sport of purebred dogs and breeding for type and function. Along with its more than 4,900 licensed and member clubs and its affiliated organizations, the AKC advocates for the purebred dog as a family companion, advances canine health and well-being, works to protect the rights of all dog owners and promotes responsible dog ownership. More than 26,000 competitions for AKC-registered purebred and mixed breed dogs are held under AKC rules and regulations each year including conformation, agility, obedience, rally, tracking, herding, lure coursing, coonhound events, scent work, hunt tests, field and earthdog tests.

Affiliate AKC organizations include the AKC Humane Fund, AKC Canine Health Foundation, AKC Reunite, the AKC Museum of the Dog, and the AKC Purebred Preservation Bank. For more information, visit www.akc.org.

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