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Legislative Alerts
Delaware: Ask Governor to Sign Bill Outlawing Breed-Specific Policies
The Delaware Legislature has passed House Bill 13, which would protect the rights of responsible Delaware dog owners by prohibiting any dog from being declared 'potentially dangerous' or 'dangerous' under state law simply based on the dog's breed.
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/delaware-ask-governor-to-sign-bill-outlawing-breed-specific-policies/
| May 3, 2017
Canine Partners
Ice Sizzles on the Course
Wendy’s Ice Princess CAX RN – Wendy Brusso – Marion, NY Six months after Wendy lost a beloved dog, Ice came into her life. “I stopped at a local shelter and found a 7-month-old quiet and scared pup. Now, 6 years later, Ice is confident and outgoing. Ice took to luring like a natural, getting […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/ice-sizzles-on-the-course/
| May 3, 2017
Legislative Alerts
Congratulations New Jersey Advocates: Governor Conditionally Vetoed S.3041!
The American Kennel Club (AKC) is pleased to announce that New Jersey Governor Chris Christie has conditionally vetoed Senate Bill 3041. The AKC, a multitude of our grassroots advocates, and a number of organizations allied in opposition to the onerous provisions of the legislation, worked together in urging Governor Christie to veto the bill. The […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/congratulations-new-jersey-advocates-governor-conditionally-vetoed-s-3041/
| May 2, 2017
Legislative Alerts
USDA Releases Updated Animal Welfare Act Regulations Booklet
The Animal Welfare Act and regulations establish federal standards for humane care and treatment of certain animals that are bred for commercial sale, transported commercially, used in biomedical research, and exhibited to the public.
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/usda-releases-updated-animal-welfare-act-regulations-booklet/
| April 28, 2017
Canine Partners
Meet a Certified Expert at Making People Feel Good
Morris’ Sam THDD owned by Suzanne Morris of Little Rock, Arkansas AKC Therapy Dog Distinguished! That’s what THDD stands for. To earn AKC’s ultimate Therapy Dog title, Sam had to complete 400 visits. To say the least, he’s made a lot of friends. Sam's path to a successful career as a therapy dog began when […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/meet-a-certified-expert-at-making-people-feel-good/
| April 28, 2017
Legislative Alerts
Alabama: Committee to Vote Tomorrow on Bill Allowing Private Citizens to Remove Dogs from Vehicles
The Alabama House Judiciary Committee is scheduled to consider a bill tomorrow (Wednesday, April 26) that would allow a private citizen to forcibly enter a vehicle if they believe a person or pet in the vehicle is in danger. Alabama citizens are encouraged to contact the committee prior to the meeting tomorrow to respectfully express […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/alabama-committee-to-vote-tomorrow-on-bill-allowing-private-citizens-to-remove-dogs-from-vehicles/
| April 25, 2017
Canine Partners
Fifth All-American Dog Earns Utility Dog Excellent Title
Chloe Wild Child UDX OM1 BN RA THD CGC owned by Nancy Nelson of Manorville, NY Chloe became just the fifth All-American Dog to earn the UDX on Oct. 1, 2016, at Suffolk Obedience Training Club. Nancy tells us about their journey to this top obedience title: “The road on this part of our obedience […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/fifth-all-american-dog-earns-utility-dog-excellent-title/
| April 25, 2017
Legislative Alerts
Delaware: Ask Committee to Support Prohibition of Breed-Specific Laws on April 26
A Delaware Senate committee is scheduled to consider a bill on Wednesday, April 26, that would protect the rights of responsible Delaware dog owners by prohibiting any dog from being declared 'potentially dangerous' or 'dangerous' under state law simply based on the dog's breed.
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/delaware-ask-committee-to-support-prohibition-of-breed-specific-laws-on-april-26/
| April 21, 2017
Legislative Alerts
CA Update: Bill Limiting Consumer Choice Passes First Committee
AKC strongly opposes any measure that restricts choice by compelling people and/or retailers to obtain pets solely from shelter or rescue distributors.
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/ca-update-bill-limiting-consumer-choice-passes-first-committee/
| April 21, 2017
Legislative Alerts
Colorado Considering Bill that Could Impact Some Home-Based Pet Services
A bill scheduled for consideration on Monday, April 24, in the Colorado Senate Business, Labor and Technology Committee could impact those who offer pet services such as boarding, grooming, training or pet walking.
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/colorado-considering-bill-that-could-impact-some-home-based-pet-services/
| April 21, 2017