AKC SUSPENDED

JUNE 2026

The first (1999) and ONLY compiled source of AKC suspensions, penalties and reprimands. Search American Kennel Club records by person's name, state, charges, or penalty. *For previous records, click links at the bottom of page.

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Current Suspensions/Reprimands

June 2026 AKC Disciplinary Action Report

On March 23, 2026, the Trial Board (Robert Newman, Esq., Chair, Kathi Brown, James Phinizy) of The American Kennel Club heard charges against Mr. Adam McCabe, (Plymouth, WI) for violating AKC’s Personal Conduct Policy. The Trial Board sustained the charges and suspended Mr. McCabe from all AKC privileges for six months, and imposed a $500 fine, effective March 30, 2026. (Dachshunds)

On April 1, 2026, the Trial Board (Samuel Kovitz, Esq., Chair, Laurie Maulucci, Dr. John Ioia) of The American Kennel Club heard charges against Mr. Jay Van Zandt, (Hearne, TX) for inappropriate treatment in connection with an event. The Trial Board sustained the charges and suspended Mr. Van Zandt from all AKC privileges for three months and imposed a $300 fine, effective April 12, 2026. (Multiple Breeds

Mr. Matthew Perry (Berkeley, IL). Action was taken by the Lakeland Winter Haven Kennel Club for conduct at its February 14, 2026 event. Mr. Perry was charged with disregard of published club regulations. The Staff Committee reviewed the Event report and set the penalty as a two month event suspension and imposed a $500 fine, effective March 8, 2026. (Multiple Breeds)

Ms. Jacqueline Caruso (Ridgefield, CT). Action was taken by the Collie Club of Maine for conduct at its March 1, 2026 event. Ms. Caruso was charged with inappropriate, abusive, or foul language. The Staff Committee reviewed the Event report and set the penalty as a one month event suspension and imposed a $500 fine, effective April 21, 2026. (Collies)

Ms. Stefanie Perrine (Bristow, OK). Action was taken by the Labrador Retriever Club of the Potomac for conduct at its April 7, 2026 event. Ms. Perrine was charged with improper treatment in connection with an event. The Staff Committee reviewed the Event report and set the penalty as a reprimand and imposed a $100 fine. Labrador Retrievers)

Ms. Aslynn Rose (Cedar Creek, TX). Action was taken by the Fort Bend Kennel Association for conduct at its April 5, 2026 event. Ms. Rose was charged with disorderly conduct. The Staff Committee reviewed the Event report and set the penalty as a reprimand and imposed a $100 fine. (Doberman Pinschers, Great Danes)

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