New York, NY – The American Kennel Club wishes to acknowledge those individuals that have excelled at breeding dogs that have proven to be outstanding in AKC sports. The commitment to preserve, protect and improve a breed represents the very essence of the AKC. The AKC Breeder of the Year by Sport Award is given to those who have dedicated themselves to improving the health, temperament and performance of dogs in a given sport.
Announced at the December Delegates meeting by President Dennis Sprung, the 2014 Breeder of the Year by Sport award recipients are:
Pointing Breed Field Events – Brian Hill and Karen Niffenegger, WA – GSPs