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Legislative Alerts
USDA-APHIS Seeks Public Input on Potential Changes to AWA Licensing Requirements
APHIS proposes to implement changes to 'better promote sustained compliance with the AWA, reduce licensing fees and burdens, and strengthen existing safeguards that prevent individuals and businesses who are unfit to hold a license from obtaining a licensing or working with regulated animals.'
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/usda-aphis-seeks-public-input-on-potential-changes-to-awa-licensing-requirements/
| August 24, 2017
Expert Advice: Cute & Funny
10 Things Only Bulldog Owners Understand
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/10-things-only-bulldog-owners-understand/
| August 22, 2017
Legislative Alerts
AKC In Session: Congress Goes to the Dogs
AKC Government Relations is pleased to share the latest issue of our In Session Congressional newsletter, which is sent to members of Congress and staff. This issue highlights our Capitol Hill celebration of National Purebred Dog Day, which included a reception where members of Congress, staff and guests could meet purebred dogs representing each breed […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/akc-in-session-congress-goes-to-the-dogs/
| July 20, 2017
Legislative Alerts
Illinois HB 2810 Infringes on Dog Owner’s Rights. Urge Governor to Veto Today
A bill has been passed by the Illinois Legislature that would increase the instances in which an animal is seized on suspicion of cruelty. This may result in more Illinois dog owners losing their animals even if they are ultimately found not guilty or charges are dropped. The bill is being transmitted to the governor […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/illinois-hb-2810-infringes-on-dog-owners-rights-urge-governor-to-veto-today/
| July 20, 2017
Legislative Alerts
Nevada: Washoe County Considering Mandatory Spay/Neuter, Stricter Kennel Permits
AKC has learned that the Washoe County Commission (Nevada) is considering a proposal that would require anyone who wishes to own more than three dogs to apply for a variance permit and have their dogs sterilized.
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/nevada-washoe-county-considering-mandatory-spay-neuter-stricter-kennel-permits/
| July 17, 2017
Legislative Alerts
CA Action Alert (Updated): AB 485 Scheduled for Committee Hearing July 17 ‘ Contact Members Now!
It is imperative that all California residents contact the members of the Committee and their state senator and express opposition to AB 485, which is scheduled for consideration by the State Senate Committee on Business, Professions, and Economic Development on Monday, July 17. The bill seeks to prohibit pet retailers from selling pets (including dogs, […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/ca-action-alert-updated-ab-485-scheduled-for-committee-hearing-july-17-contact-members-now/
| July 11, 2017
Legislative Alerts
MASS. ACTION ALERT: JOINT JUDICIARY COMMITTEE TO CONSIDER GUARDIANSHIP, REGISTRY BILLS ON JULY 18
The Massachusetts' General Court's Joint Judiciary Committee is scheduled to consider two bills of great concern to the American Kennel Club at its Tuesday, July 18, hearing. H.2290 seeks to change the legal status of pets from personal property to companion animals, while H.852 seeks to establish an animal abuse registry and impose certain additional […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/mass-action-alert-joint-judiciary-committee-to-consider-guardianship-registry-bills-on-july-18/
| July 6, 2017
Canine Partners
This dog hitched a ride to big agility success
MACH Little Miss Odie MXB MJB NF T2B owned by Lorraine Donner of Spring Valley CA Lorraine Donner found Odie, in 2006, running down a road. She had no tags or microchip. “The day I brought her home was a day that changed my life forever. Odie is my heart dog and my best friend,” […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/this-dog-hitched-a-ride-to-big-agility-success/
| July 5, 2017
Canine Partners
Former Shelter dog earns UD & RAE in the same weekend!
Ba Sammy Jo UD PCDX BN GN RAE owned by Brittany J. Allen of Decorah, IA Sammy Jo is a four-year-old All American adopted from the Humane Society of Northeast Iowa in the summer of 2013. Sammy trains in multiple k9 sports and recently finished her RAE and Utility Dog titles. Her next obedience goal […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/former-shelter-dog-earns-ud-rae-in-the-same-weekend/
| July 1, 2017
Legislative Alerts
Illinois Legislature Approves Bill Infringing on Ownership Rights- Call the Governor!
Yesterday the Illinois House rushed a final approval of a measure that would increase the instances in which an animal is seized on suspicion of cruelty.
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/illinois-legislature-approves-bill-infringing-on-ownership-rights-call-the-governor/
| June 28, 2017