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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

Example Sentences

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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

Next year, the top dog will be crowned in the center of Arthur Ashe Stadium, the kennel club said.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 3, 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

The Westminster telecast is moving to Fox Sports 1 next February for 10 years, and the kennel club management didn’t want him doing both its show and the National.

From Washington Times • Feb. 14, 2016