The purposes of the CKC as stated in the By-laws are

• to do all in its power to protect and advance the interest of all breeds of pure-bred dogs;

• to encourage sportsmanlike competition at dog shows, obedience trials, agility trials, and other sanctioned events;

• to conduct dog shows, obedience trials, agility trials, and other sanctioned events under the rules of the American Kennel Club;

• to promote and provide education for the public pertaining to pure-bred dogs.