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The American Kennel Club (AKC) Relations department oversees the development and approval of clubs. This includes local specialty clubs. In order to be licensed for holding AKC point shows, each club must stay in compliance with all AKC rules governing clubs. This includes having an AKC approved constitution and by-laws as well as keeping the AKC updated each year on your club’s membership and officers. Visit AKC’s Club Bylaw Services for more information.

Sample Constitution and Bylaws for Local Clubs
Sample Constitution and Bylaws Checklist
Tips and Practices for Effective Club Bylaws

The AKC will accept club membership updates electronically through the use of its Club Membership Upload Tool. The tool accepts electronic membership lists, in specified formats, via this tool.