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Legislative Alerts
Madison (WI) to Consider Mandatory Spay/Neuter, Home Breeder Regulations
Four proposals have been introduced by the Madison City Council that will have a direct impact on dog owners, fanciers, breeders, and sportsmen in the city. Residents and those that participate in dog events in Madison are strongly encouraged to contact the council regarding these proposals, as well as the commissions mentioned below. Click here […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/madison-oct-2014/
| October 24, 2014
Legislative Alerts
Colorado: Aurora Residents Urged to Vote Yes to Repeal BSL
In the next few weeks, residents of Aurora, Colorado, will be receiving mail-in ballots. Question 2D on the ballot asks, “Shall the people of Aurora adopt an ordinance allowing pit bulls back into their city?” A vote of “YES” will provide the opportunity for Aurora dog lovers and residents to fight discrimination, restore the rights […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/aurora-oct-2014/
| October 16, 2014
Press Releases
Protecting the whole family: Shelter provides a safe haven for pets as well as victims
By John Osborne Collier Citizen Angel, a recent addition at the Shelter for Abused Women and Children in Naples, sit in the lap of a staff member. The facility is one of very few that allows domestic violence victims to bring their pets along with them. Laura Torres/Citizen Correspondent Oftentimes, dogs are a woman’s best […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/protecting-the-whole-family-shelter-provides-a-safe-haven-for-pets-as-well/
| October 16, 2014
Expert Advice: Feature
Great Dame: The Lives and Loves of Lina Basquette
“Times Past,” AKC Gazette: Lina Basquette (1907–1994) did enough living for 10 lifetimes: Ziegfeld Follies dancer, movie star, widow of Sam Warner (of Warner Brothers fame), and fabulously successful breeder-handler-judge of Great Danes. Basquette handled her Honey Hollow Danes to 125 BIS, 500 group wins, and more than 1,000 BOB. Along the way, she was […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/great-dame-the-lives-and-loves-of-lina-basquette/
| October 15, 2014
Legislative Alerts
Indiana Alert: Tippecanoe County to Consider Mandatory Spay/Neuter on October 20
The Tippecanoe County Commission has proposed a rewrite of the county’s animal control code. This includes mandatory sterilization of all dogs and cats over 6 months of age unless the owner obtains a breeder’s permit. The permit is required for anyone who wishes to own an intact animal, regardless of whether that animal is being […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/indiana-alert-oct-2014/
| October 14, 2014
Press Releases
AKC Announces Recipients of the 2015 Lifetime Achievement Awards
The American Kennel Club (AKC®) is pleased to announce the winners of the 2015 Lifetime Achievement awards. This year’s recipients have greatly advanced the sport of purebred dogs through their dedication to breeding, exhibiting, judging, teaching and club involvement. The three winners were selected from votes cast by AKC member clubs. They will be honored […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-announces-recipients-of-the-2015-lifetime-achievement-awards/
| October 7, 2014
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Expert Advice: Comfort & Sleep
Protect Your Pet from Home Fires
The sad news first: 40,000 pets die every year in home fires. To help reduce that number, the American Kennel Club and ADT Security Services have declared July 15 National Pet Fire Safety Day." This nationwide awareness day educates pet owners about potential risks when pets are left home alone and provides them with proven prevention […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/home-living/protect-your-pet-from-home-fires/
| October 6, 2014
Legislative Alerts
Pasadena, CA to Consider Mandatory Spay/Neuter Monday, October 6th OPPOSITION NEEDED!
AKC Government Relations has learned that the Pasadena City Council will conduct a first reading of an ordinance to require the sterilization of all dogs and cats within the city limits. Limited exemptions will be provided. However, even with those exemptions, ANY dog that is impounded for ANY reason will be sterilized before being released, […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/pasadena-ca-to-consider-mandatory-spay-neuter-monday-october-6th-oppos/
| October 3, 2014
Expert Advice: Feature
My Andy: A Marine’s Heartbreaking Letter Home
“Times Past,” AKC Gazette: Of the thousands of letters the Gazette has received over the decades, perhaps none has epitomized the human-canine bond more vividly than this one delivered to our offices 68 years ago. Dear Editor: War is a grim business in which sentiment plays little part. But one of the most touching things in […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/my-andy-a-marines-heartbreaking-letter-home/
| September 30, 2014
Legislative Alerts
MI UPDATE: Breeder Regulations Bill Ready for House Vote
The Michigan House of Representatives has placed House Bill 5095 on the third reading calendar, meaning it could be voted on at any time. This bill includes provisions that would limit the number of dogs that can be kept on a single premises and define a “large scale commercial breeder kennel” based on the number […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/mi-update-breeder-regulations-bill-ready-for-house-vote/
| September 23, 2014