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Chairman's Reports
July 2010 Chairman’s Report
–– AKC Companion Animal Recovery Canine Support and Relief Fund Spearheads Disaster Preparedness –– With this year’s hurricane season forecast to be especially treacherous and the recent tornadoes, wildfires and floods that have plagued communities across the United States, our attention naturally turns to the safety of our companion animals. Since the creation of the […]
https://www.akc.org/chairmans-reports/2010-07/
| July 13, 2010
Chairman's Reports
August 2010 Chairman’s Report
-- This September, Celebrate Responsible Dog Ownership With Us Without Leaving Your Computer! -- For the past eight years, hundreds of AKC clubs and dog organizations nationwide have been celebrating AKC Responsible Dog Ownership Days by educating the public about the importance of responsible ownership. We congratulate those clubs and dog-loving groups on their outreach […]
https://www.akc.org/chairmans-reports/2010-08/
| August 10, 2010
Chairman's Reports
November 2009 Chairman’s Report
-- New AKC Canine Partners Program Welcomes Mixed-Breed Dogs into the World of AKC -- For the past 125 years, the American Kennel Club® has been the only organized group of dog lovers providing millions of purebred dogs and their owners with engaging, lasting and just plain fun ways to celebrate the canine-human bond. AKC […]
https://www.akc.org/chairmans-reports/2009-11/
| November 11, 2009
Chairman's Reports
December 2009 Chairman’s Report
-- AKC’s 125th Anniversary Filled with Celebrations -- Our anniversary year has been filled with celebration, the marking of milestones, and new opportunities. In 1884, the AKC began its all-breed purebred dog registry with just 9 breeds. As of December 30, we will recognize 164 breeds with the addition of the Bluetick Coonhound, Boykin Spaniel […]
https://www.akc.org/chairmans-reports/2009-12/
| December 18, 2009
Chairman's Reports
January 2010 Chairman’s Report
-- Barkfest at Bonhams Benefits AKC Humane Fund -- If you are planning to visit New York City for next month's Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show don't miss an opportunity to discover fascinating canine artifacts and fine canine art as well as support the good works of the AKC Humane Fund by viewing one of […]
https://www.akc.org/chairmans-reports/2010-01/
| January 12, 2010
Chairman's Reports
February 2010 Chairman’s Report
-- Celebrating the Work and Dedication of America's Search and Rescue Dogs -- With the recent earthquakes in Haiti, much attention has been brought to the search and rescue dogs working to free trapped citizens from the rubble. With certain capabilities far surpassing those of a human, these dogs have saved innumerable lives - and […]
https://www.akc.org/chairmans-reports/2010-02/
| February 12, 2010
Chairman's Reports
March 2010 Chairman’s Report
-- AKC Award Programs Recognize Outstanding Contributions of Both People and Dogs -- Just like the recent Academy Awards, AKC has its own awards programs to recognize the contributions and notable deeds among our dogs and our people. The AKC Outstanding Sportsmanship Award – founded in 2006 – recognizes the hard work and dedication of […]
https://www.akc.org/chairmans-reports/2010-03/
| March 9, 2010
Chairman's Reports
June 2009 Chairman’s Report
-- Legislative Successes Depend on Active Club Members and Breeders -- The AKC’s long-standing reputation and credibility as the authority for all matters relating to dogs are among the reasons why policymakers regularly seek our input when developing dog-related legislation. The AKC’s grassroots organization of nearly 5,000 local dog clubs, thousands of responsible dog owners […]
https://www.akc.org/chairmans-reports/2009-06/
| June 9, 2009
Chairman's Reports
July 2009 Chairman’s Report
-- AKC Companion Animal Recovery Public Service Second to None -- The American Kennel Club is proud of its affiliated not-for-profit organizations including AKC Companion Animal Recovery (AKC CAR), the AKC Canine Health Foundation, the AKC Museum of the Dog and the AKC Humane Fund. Since AKC is celebrating its 125th Anniversary milestone this year, […]
https://www.akc.org/chairmans-reports/2009-07/
| July 14, 2009
Chairman's Reports
August 2009 Chairman’s Report
-- AKC Archives’ Online Digital Collections Growing -- The AKC Archives continues to distinguish itself as the only national repository dedicated to the sport of the purebred dog and covering 125 years of canine history and tradition. The Archives has turned hard copy historical data into digital collections providing the fancy and the public with […]
https://www.akc.org/chairmans-reports/2009-08/
| August 11, 2009