Here’s your chance to visit the AKC MoD with your favorite furry friends! But, get your tickets early! These events typically sell out and we cannot guarantee there will be space the day of the event.

Roam the galleries with fellow dog owners and lovers during our pet friendly hours.
Free for Members at the Individual level and above; Non-Members $20 Humans, $5 Dogs.

All attendees will be required to sign a waiver before entry.

Special Theme for November 22: To be announced!

Stay tuned for more information about this fun event!

This event is FREE for Members at the Individual level and above.

Come test out your “tight five” at this open mic or come watch comedians try new material at Boris & Horton, New York's first canine cafe.

Goodest Boy or Girl wins extra time and preferential spot at the next mic.

Get ready for a pawsome time!

What’s included:

-Custom caricature of your pup on a tote bag by the very own @tagteamartist
-Paw print keepsake (silver or gold)
-Pup menu item (1 per family)
-Raffle entry for a $200+ pet & pet parent essentials custom basket
-Goody bag
-Bonus raffle entry if you and your pup match in ugly sweaters!

Plus, our ugly sweater contest has prizes for two of the most festive looks (by that we mean ugliest!)

50% of proceeds will go towards @waggytailrescue and remaining 50% towards future programming.

Calling all Frenchies! We meet every Sunday from 1 to 2:30 PM at Hillside Dog Park in Dumbo.

Hillside is the biggest dog park in NYC, so it has lots of room to spread out, picnic tables and dog water fountains (still turned off for the winter). There’s usually good street parking and it’s close to the 2/3/A/C/F trains. Close to one of the best views in NYC and lots of restaurants/ coffee shops/ chocolate shops for exploring before or after our meet.

Come test out your “tight five” at this open mic or come watch comedians try new material at Boris & Horton, New York's first canine cafe.

Goodest Boy or Girl wins extra time and preferential spot at the next mic.

Honor the newest release of Dav Pilkey’s Dog Man book series, Dog Man: Big Jim Begins, with an after-school celebration and join the hero party at the AKC Museum of the Dog!

One ticket package for this event includes admission for up to two adults and two kids, 1 copy of the new release book, special Dog Man swag for each kid, light snacks, a Dog Man drawing workshop, and a presentation from real K9 Police officers with their dogs from the NYC Transit Bureau K9 Unit. Additional copies of the book will be available for purchase. More people in your pack? Select add-on tickets for more kids (each includes Dog Man swag).

Transit Bureau K9 Unit demonstration will begin at 4:45pm.

Join curator Roberta Olson for a tour of the New York Historical Society’s Pets and the City exhibition.

For centuries, pets have brought comfort, companionship, and a bit of chaos into New Yorkers' lives. But how did animals go from street wanderers to beloved family members in the heart of a bustling metropolis? Get ready to explore the paw-some story of New York City's most cherished residents — pets!

The AKC Museum of the Dog cordially invites you to join them for a Holiday “Ball.”

Presented by the AKC Museum of the Dog & New York Dog Parade, the “Ball” will be the social event everyone will want to attend. That is because your “plus one” is your dog. And research shows no one loves a great ball more than your dog!

Guests will enjoy an enchanting evening of parading, prancing, dancing, viewing art, and capturing memories, with a special appearance by Santa Paws, live music, and many other delightful surprises.

It’s going to be, well, a ball.

Tickets start at $50 for human tickets, $75 for human + one dog, and $95 for one human + two dogs and are tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law. Limited sponsorship opportunities are also available.

Please note that we have a limited number of dog tickets available and are capping the number of dogs per human at two.

For questions or more information about sponsorships please email donor.relations@akc.org.

Held the first Saturday of every month, Coffee Bark is an opportunity for Brooklyn dog owners to chat over coffee and pastries while their dogs romp and play over dog biscuits. With dozens of dogs and people, Coffee Bark is an amazing sight.

Look for coffee, pastries, dog biscuits and information about off-leash activities just south of the Picnic House.

Hosted by FIDO of Brooklyn, this event is always free!

Join us for Waldo’s Rescue Third Annual Holiday Benefit!

A fun filled evening with open bar, appetizers, music, silent auction prizes, and more!

Come to Boris & Horton to meet your new best buddy!

Every Last One Rescue is a foster-based 501(c)3 non-profit organization committed to making a difference in the lives of animals in our community. Founded with the belief that every animal deserves a second chance at life, we work tirelessly to rescue our dogs from the unnecessary risk of euthanasia at overcrowded shelters, provide them with the love and care they need, and match them with loving foster homes while they wait for their adoption day.

Calling all Frenchies! We meet every Sunday from 1 to 2:30 PM at Hillside Dog Park in Dumbo.

Hillside is the biggest dog park in NYC, so it has lots of room to spread out, picnic tables and dog water fountains (still turned off for the winter). There’s usually good street parking and it’s close to the 2/3/A/C/F trains. Close to one of the best views in NYC and lots of restaurants/ coffee shops/ chocolate shops for exploring before or after our meet.

Come test out your “tight five” at this open mic or come watch comedians try new material at Boris & Horton, New York's first canine cafe.

Goodest Boy or Girl wins extra time and preferential spot at the next mic.

On Tuesday, December 10th, the Stephen & Christine Schwarzman Animal Medical Center will host its annual Top Dog Gala at Cipriani 42nd Street.

Contributions to Top Dog are essential to enable AMC to pursue our dual mission of providing world-class and collaborative care to animals and leading the advancement of veterinary medicine through innovative clinical research and education.

Benefit Co-Chairs

Nancy Kissinger
Elaine Langone
Marianne Mebane
Annette de la Renta

Here’s your chance to visit the AKC MoD with your favorite furry friends! But, get your tickets early! These events typically sell out and we cannot guarantee there will be space the day of the event.

Roam the galleries with fellow dog owners and lovers during our pet friendly hours.
Free for Members at the Individual level and above; Non-Members $20 Humans, $5 Dogs.

All attendees will be required to sign a waiver before entry.

Special for December 13: Happy Howlidays!

Stay tuned for more information about this fun event!

This event is FREE for Members at the Individual level and above.

Join comedian Jolie Dudley as she hosts her dog-friendly comedy variety show at Boris & Horton, New York's first canine cafe.

Come, sit, and stay for a night of stand-up, characters, music, improv, and storytelling comedy.

Guests and their pups can expect to see a mix of up-and-coming and established comedians with credits ranging from their own shows in NYC, international festivals, and even Saturday Night Live!

Join Poodle Doods at Boris & Horton for a festive gathering filled with wagging tails, jingling collars, and (not so) ugly sweaters.

There will be pet portraits, photo ops, raffle tickets, and more!

Calling all Frenchies! We meet every Sunday from 1 to 2:30 PM at Hillside Dog Park in Dumbo.

Hillside is the biggest dog park in NYC, so it has lots of room to spread out, picnic tables and dog water fountains (still turned off for the winter). There’s usually good street parking and it’s close to the 2/3/A/C/F trains. Close to one of the best views in NYC and lots of restaurants/ coffee shops/ chocolate shops for exploring before or after our meet.

Come test out your “tight five” at this open mic or come watch comedians try new material at Boris & Horton, New York's first canine cafe.

Goodest Boy or Girl wins extra time and preferential spot at the next mic.

Calling all Frenchies! We meet every Sunday from 1 to 2:30 PM at Hillside Dog Park in Dumbo.

Hillside is the biggest dog park in NYC, so it has lots of room to spread out, picnic tables and dog water fountains (still turned off for the winter). There’s usually good street parking and it’s close to the 2/3/A/C/F trains. Close to one of the best views in NYC and lots of restaurants/ coffee shops/ chocolate shops for exploring before or after our meet.

Come test out your “tight five” at this open mic or come watch comedians try new material at Boris & Horton, New York's first canine cafe.

Goodest Boy or Girl wins extra time and preferential spot at the next mic.

Get to know a dog breed at the AKC Museum of the Dog!

Each month we are highlighting one of the 201 recognized breeds in the American Kennel Club. You’ll learn the history of the breed as well as key characteristics of their anatomy and coat that help them meet the standard. Activities include art-making, stories and books, a collectable breed fact sheet, and an opportunity to meet a live dog.

December’s Breed Spotlight: Field Spaniel

The sweet and sensitive Field Spaniel is famously docile, but vigorous and game for anything when at play or in the field. They bear a family resemblance to Cocker, Springer, and Sussex spaniels. The distinctive glossy coat is either black, some shade of liver, or combinations of the two.  The long, feathery ears frame a facial expression conveying a grave, gentle intelligence. Field Spaniels are sweet, sensitive souls with just enough independence to make life interesting. They are trustworthy with kids, tolerant of their fellow mammals, and responsive to training.

This event is free for Members and included with General Admission. Please be sure to purchase your General Admission tickets for the date of the event.

Calling all Frenchies! We meet every Sunday from 1 to 2:30 PM at Hillside Dog Park in Dumbo.

Hillside is the biggest dog park in NYC, so it has lots of room to spread out, picnic tables and dog water fountains (still turned off for the winter). There’s usually good street parking and it’s close to the 2/3/A/C/F trains. Close to one of the best views in NYC and lots of restaurants/ coffee shops/ chocolate shops for exploring before or after our meet.

Come test out your “tight five” at this open mic or come watch comedians try new material at Boris & Horton, New York's first canine cafe.

Goodest Boy or Girl wins extra time and preferential spot at the next mic.

Calling all Frenchies! We meet every Sunday from 1 to 2:30 PM at Hillside Dog Park in Dumbo.

Hillside is the biggest dog park in NYC, so it has lots of room to spread out, picnic tables and dog water fountains (still turned off for the winter). There’s usually good street parking and it’s close to the 2/3/A/C/F trains. Close to one of the best views in NYC and lots of restaurants/ coffee shops/ chocolate shops for exploring before or after our meet.

Come test out your “tight five” at this open mic or come watch comedians try new material at Boris & Horton, New York's first canine cafe.

Goodest Boy or Girl wins extra time and preferential spot at the next mic.

Come test out your “tight five” at this open mic or come watch comedians try new material at Boris & Horton, New York's first canine cafe.

Goodest Boy or Girl wins extra time and preferential spot at the next mic.

Come test out your “tight five” at this open mic or come watch comedians try new material at Boris & Horton, New York's first canine cafe.

Goodest Boy or Girl wins extra time and preferential spot at the next mic.

Come test out your “tight five” at this open mic or come watch comedians try new material at Boris & Horton, New York's first canine cafe.

Goodest Boy or Girl wins extra time and preferential spot at the next mic.