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On Wednesday, September 4th, the AKC Museum of the Dog opens an exhibition detailing the incredible career of K9 Torque, the world record holding Huey Helicopter dog.
For more information, see our exhibitions page.
The exhibition runs September 4, 2024- January 5, 2025.
Torque, a Belgian Malinois, is a pretty special dog. As one of only a handful of dogs in the U.S. trained to detect electronic storage devices such as cell phones and SD cards, she lends her unique skills to investigators working to apprehend child predators and traffickers. She also has a very special side job as an official crew member for EMU 309, a fully restored, Vietnam War-era Huey helicopter. Her calm and stoic presence provides solace to many veterans grappling with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) during exposure therapy flights in the Huey helicopter.
Cap off back to school week with a meet and greet with K9 Torque and her handler. Learn about this world-famous Huey Helicopter dog and hear stories about her training and work. Then check out the newly installed special exhibition of James Mellick’s sculpture, on view through January 5, 2025.
This event is FREE for Members and included with General Admission tickets. Please be sure to purchase your General Admission tickets for the date of the event.
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.
September’s Breed Spotlight:Â Welsh Springer Spaniel
The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a vigorous, medium-sized bird dog of happy disposition, known for versatility in the field, companionability at home, and dashing good looks anywhere. The Welshie is among Britain’s oldest sporting breeds. Welshies have two hallmarks that distinguish them from other spaniels: A uniquely tapered head and an eye-catching coat of bold red and white patterns. The beautiful coat isn’t just ornamental, it’s a waterproof, weatherproof, and thornproof suit that enables Welshies to show off their renowned versatility in all climates and on all terrains.
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.
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 September 13: Exploring Barn Hunt with Sniff N Seek
Our friends from Sniff N Seek are coming to the AKC MOD to talk all about the dog sport of Barn Hunt. A sport on the rise, dogs and handlers work together to locate and mark rats among bales of hay and straw. (The rats are always protected in aerated tubes.) Learn about the history of ratting among older breeds of dogs and how to get involved in this specific kind of scent work with your pup right here in Manhattan.
Presentations will take place at 6:15pm and 7:00pm. You’ll be free explore the Museum throughout the rest of the time of the event.
This event is FREE for Members at the Individual level and above.
Members at the Individual level and above and invited guests are welcome to join us for a special morning preview of Presidential Dogs before the show opens to the public at 11 a.m. Enjoy the exhibition and Museum during this special early morning hour.
On Wednesday, September 18th, the AKC Museum of the Dog opens Presidential Dogs: Canine Companions at the White House.
The Museum is pleased to exhibit a retrospective of dogs who have called the White House home. Through paintings, sculpture, historical photographs, and documents, visitors will enjoy learning about the dogs and dog breeds that have spent time in the oval office.
For more information, see our exhibition page.
The exhibition runs September 18, 2024 – January 5, 2025.
Come bark in the park! On Saturday, September 21st, 2024, join us and our friends at Bryant Park’s annual dog parade and social. This event will bring together local dogs and dog lovers of all ages, in a festive gathering featuring a parade of pups around the park.
And—for one day only—leashed dogs will be invited to join their people on the lawn to sit, stay, and lounge! Special food and drink vendors will be available in Bryant Park to help you create the perfect NYC picnic experience.
Register for the Parade!
Schedule for the day (updated September 16, 2024)
11:00am Registration/Check In opens at the AKC Museum of the Dog booth on the Upper Terrace
Children’s Section opens with Author/Illustrator Erin McGill reading her books, Matchy Matchy and If You Need A Friend In Washington: Wacky, Wild, and Wonderful Presidential Pets
Food and beverage tents open on the Fountain Terrace with a delectable selection from Hester Street Fair
Special activity stations open on the Upper Terrace
11:30am Live Performance by Susan Said Band;
12:30pm Parade around the lawn! Dogs, people, hula hoopers, jugglers, and a marching band will circle the lawn twice in joyous celebration of all things dog.
1:00pm Live Performance by Susan Said Band;
Members Only Photo Sessions with NYC Pet Pawtographer Carmen Gonzalez (Available to the first 20 MOD Members that check in at the registration desk with time slots at first come, first served basis. Sessions on the Upper Terrace.)
1:15-2:00pm Cartooning Dog Emotions with artist Kristin Doney at the Bryant Park Art Cart.
1:30-2:30pm Dog Tricks Demonstration with School For the Dogs
2:00-3:00pm K-9 Presentation from the NYPD Transit Bureau K-9 Unit in the Reading Room
Special Activity Stations (11:00am-12:30pm) include: Dog Superlatives: Get a personalized certificate from artist Kristin Doney highlighting one of your dog’s best attributes. Be it ‘most boop-able snout’ or ‘eyes most likely to earn extra treats’ you’ll take home a fun memento from the event.
Scentwork: Want to learn more about activating one of your dog’s strongest senses? Enjoy this exploration in nose work with our friends from Sniff N Seek. Find out about Barn Hunt and how to start this fun activity for your pup.
Poster Pup: Marching with a dog breed group? Want to do something extra special to cheer on your favorite furry friend? Head to the Bryant Park Art Cart to create a poster to carry in the parade or to hold up from the sidelines.
Join the New York Adventure Club for an exclusive after-hours pastel painting workshop at the AKC Museum of the Dog! Â
Led by award-winning artist Karen Miura and her dog, Lucy, our fun and relaxed artistic experience will include:Â
All painting supplies will be provided, and all art can be taken home!Â
*Please bring a 5×7 or 6×8 color image of your pet, along with a black and white photocopy of that photo. (Let us know at check in if you need to print yours on-site)Â
**Pets are not allowed for this classÂ
***All interested are welcome, no painting experience is requiredÂ
This event has been CANCELLED for 2024 and will be postponed until 2025.Â
Thank You to Our Sponsors
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For questions or to sponsor this event, please email donor.relations@akc.orgÂ
Special for October 4: Presidential Dogs
Explore our new special exhibition, Presidential Dogs: Canine Companions at the White House, with your pup. Exciting programming elements to be announced soon. Stay tuned!
