Newest Dog Breed 2024. The american kennel club (akc) currently recognizes 201 breeds, with the newest breed just acknowledged in january 2024. 3, the organization announced that the lancashire heeler is the 201st recognized breed and newest member of the herding group, eligible to start competing in 2024.

3, the organization announced that the lancashire heeler is the 201st recognized breed and newest member of the herding group, eligible to start competing in 2024. The herding group has welcomed it’s newest pup.