The Bagpiper [Official Club Publication], 1981-present
Scope and Contents
This collection documents the history, development, and promotion of purebred dogs through the publications of the American Kennel Club (AKC), its National Breed Clubs, and international registries. The materials include a comprehensive range of formats, from official breed standards and club governing documents to newsletters and pictorial annuals. It is a vital resource for researching breed evolution, pedigree trends, and the administrative history of breed-specific organizations. Materials include: Breed Descriptions and Standards; Club Constitutions and By-Laws; Magazines and Newsletters; Studbooks, Pedigrees, Registries, and Statistical Compilations; Show Catalogs; Yearbooks, Annuals, and Pictorials; and Miscellaneous Publications.
Dates
- 1981-present
Language of Materials
Materials are in English. Formerly "AKD 100 Breed and Breed Club Publications and Distribution Materials."
Access Restrictions
Collection is open to research; however, certain club-produced internal documents may require parent club permission for publication.
Physical Description
From the Collection: .0000001 Linear Feet (There are regular accruals to this collection.)
Repository Details
Part of the American Kennel Club Library & Archives Repository