Issue #3 — Winter 2026
Published Winter 2026
Global expansion of ABKC-sanctioned shows across 6 continents, Grand Champion spotlights, international judging standards, and a deep dive into ethical breeding practices.
In This Issue
Stars of the Ring: The 2025 ABKC Grand Champion Spotlight
Four extraordinary dogs. One legendary season. A closer look at the Grand Champions who defined 2025 and the grueling path they traveled to reach the top.
One Standard, Six Continents: How the ABKC Maintains Judging Integrity Worldwide
As ABKC-sanctioned shows expand to more than 30 countries, the challenge of applying consistent breed standards across cultures and continents has never been greater -- or more important.
Breeding with Purpose: The ABKC Framework for Ethical, Responsible Breeding
With the American Bully market now exceeding $2 billion globally and demand at an all-time high, the difference between a responsible breeder and a reckless one has never mattered more. Here is what the standard of care looks like -- and what every buyer deserves to know.
