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American Kennel Club welcomes two new breeds


 
UNDATED – The American Kennel Club rang in the new year with two new breeds. The world’s largest purebred dog registry announced that the Barbet and the Dogo Argentino will receive full recognition and become eligible to compete in their respective groups. According to AKC, the Barbet is a medium-sized water dog from France. The breed was originally used to hunt waterfowl in its native country. It’s a smart, even-tempered dog with a happy, friendly nature. The Dogo Argentino is a large hunting dog from Argentina. It was originally used to hunt big game, such as boar and even mountain lion. These additions bring the number of AKC-recognized breeds to 195.

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