American Kennel Club Introduces AKC National Champion (ANC) Title, the Highest Conformation Title Awarded by the AKC

NEW YORK, July 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The American Kennel Club (AKC®) is proud to announce the creation of the AKC National Champion (ANC) title, a new prefix title that will be awarded to the dog earning Best in Show at the annual AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin.