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Legislative Alerts
Oregon Bill Increases Insurance Standards for Pit Bull Owners
Oregon Representative Vicki Berger has introduced legislation that would require "pit bull" owners to maintain $1 million in insurance coverage. It is important that all responsible dog owners, fanciers, and breeders contact the bill’s sponsor and members of the House Consumer Protection Committee and oppose House Bill 2852. House Bill 2852 would require owners of "pit […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/oregon-bill-increases-insurance-standards-for-pit-bull-owners/
| March 13, 2009
Chairman's Reports
March 2009 Chairman’s Report
-- AKC Canine Health Resource Center at www.akcdoghealth.com -- As I reported in my November 2008 Chairman’s Report we know that canine health remains a top priority for AKC, its parent clubs, and all responsible breeders. In that report I outlined the resources available to the responsible breeder from a variety of sources such as the AKC Breeders’ Department […]
https://www.akc.org/chairmans-reports/2009-03/
| March 11, 2009
Press Releases
AKC Announces Board of Directors Election Results
-- Lee Arnold, Carl C. Ashby, III, Alan Kalter, and Dr. Robert D. Smith Elected -- The Annual Meeting of the AKC Delegates took place on March 10, 2009. Four new Directors have been elected: Lee Arnold, Delegate from the Southern Colorado Kennel Club; Carl C. Ashby, III, Delegate from the United States Kerry Blue […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-announces-board-of-directors-election-results-4/
| March 10, 2009
Legislative Alerts
URGENT: Illinois Crop/Dock and Breeder Regulations Bills to Be Heard on March 10 and March 11!
The AKC urges all responsible dog owners and breeders to call or email your state legislators TODAY regarding two important pieces of legislation that are scheduled for consideration on Tuesday, March 11 and Wednesday, March 12, 2009. It is crucial that constituents communicate their opposition to these measures immediately. Although we are awaiting amendments for […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/urgent-illinois-crop-dock-and-breeder-regulations-bills-to-be-heard-on/
| March 10, 2009
Legislative Alerts
North Carolina Bills Aim to Regulate Breeders
North Carolina House Bill 460, sponsored by Representative Maggie Jeffus of Greensboro and Representative Margaret Highsmith Dickson of Fayetteville, and its companion bill, Senate Bill 460, sponsored by Senators Don Davis of Snow Hill and Senator Don Vaughan of Greensboro, have been filed. The bills seek to regulate the commercial breeding of dogs in North […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/north-carolina-bills-aim-to-regulate-breeders/
| March 9, 2009
Legislative Alerts
Vote Postponed on Chicago Mandatory Spay/Neuter Bill
Alderman Burke has postponed a vote on the proposed mandatory spay/neuter ordinance. Over 130 people signed up to address the committee about the issue and several aldermen questioned whether this was an effective and economical policy for the city to pursue. AKC thanks the many breeders and responsible owners who attended the meeting as well […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/vote-postponed-on-chicago-mandatory-spay-neuter-bill/
| March 9, 2009
Legislative Alerts
New York Legislation Would Classify More Residents as ‘Pet Dealers’
New York Assembly Bill 5507, sponsored by Assemblyman Greg Ball, seeks to classify more residents as "pet dealers"; seeks to impose ambiguous rules on all animal facilities, including homes of responsible breeders and shelters; and to define and regulate certain entities as commercial kennels. The American Kennel Club is urging all concerned responsible dog breeders […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/new-york-legislation-would-classify-more-residents-as-pet-dealers/
| March 6, 2009
Legislative Alerts
Update: Maryland Rejects Restrictive Breeders Bill
The AKC congratulates Maryland dog owners and breeders on a major victory on March 2, when the Senate Judicial Proceedings Committee gave an unfavorable report to a bill that would have placed numerous restrictions on dog owners and breeders. Senate Bill 318 would have mandated the implementation of rigid engineering requirements for anyone owning 10 […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/update-maryland-rejects-restrictive-breeders-bill/
| March 3, 2009
Press Releases
John Wade appointed to Director of Judging Operations
The American Kennel Club® is pleased to announce the appointment of John Wade to Director of Judging Operations. Wade’s background includes 50 years of involvement in the sport and more than 20 years of business and management experience from various professional roles in highly competitive industries. "We are pleased to welcome John to his […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/john-wade-appointed-to-director-of-judging-operations/
| February 26, 2009
Legislative Alerts
California Senate Bill 250 Penalizes Owners of Intact Animals
California State Senator Dean Florez has introduced Senate Bill 250, a measure that purports to reduce shelter populations, but would in reality make it easier to revoke licenses for intact dogs and cats in California. This legislation will not improve the lives of cats and dogs, will negatively impact responsible owners and breeders, and by […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/california-senate-bill-250-penalizes-owners-of-intact-animals/
| February 26, 2009