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Press Releases
Recognizing Contributors
Many of the donations to the CA wildfires relief efforts have been made possible by the AKC-CAR Canine Support and Relief Fund. The permanent charitable fund has among its goals to provide resources, support and other assistance to not-for-profit animal shelters and similar not-for-profit organizations providing care for domestic animals orphaned or displaced as […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/recognizing-contributors/
| November 17, 2003
![AKC President and CEO Dennis Sprung](https://www.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2003/04/AKC-President-and-CEO-Dennis-Sprung-400x267.jpg)
Press Releases
Acting AKC President And CEO – Dennis Sprung
Dennis brings years of experience and expertise to this position, having been involved in the fancy for 35 years as a breeder, exhibitor, club officer, judge and delegate, said Ronald H. Menaker, AKC Chairman of the Board. This expertise, coupled with the broad scope of his responsibilities over the last 15 years, make him most […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/acting-akc-president-and-ceo-dennis-sprung/
| November 11, 2003
Legislative Alerts
The ‘Puppy Protection Act’ Introduced in the House
In November 2003, the so-called "Puppy Protection Act" (PPA) was introduced in the House of Representatives by Rep. Ed Whitfield (R-KY) designated H.R. 3484. 36 co-sponsors have signed onto the bill. H.R. 3484 is virtually identical to the PPA introduced by Whitfield in the 107th Congress, except that it does not require setting federal "socialization" […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/the-puppy-protection-act-introduced-in-the-house/
| November 11, 2003
Legislative Alerts
Pet Facilities Bill Would Impact Wisconsin Breeders
Wisconsin breeders and rescue groups are concerned about a bill that could significantly affect them. Sponsored by Rep. Larry Balow, AB536 would require licensing and inspection of pet dealers and breeders, defined as those who sell, exchange or offer for adoption 25 or more pets per year. The bill authorizes the state's Department of Agriculture, […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/pet-facilities-bill-would-impact-wisconsin-breeders/
| November 4, 2003
Press Releases
AKC Continues to Lead Efforts to Assist Animals Affected by California Wildfires
The American Kennel Club (AKC) and AKC Companion Animal Recovery (AKC-CAR) continue to lead efforts in making supplies and other assistance available to the California authorities dealing with animals in areas affected by the wildfires. Donations of crates, scanners, etc., have been made to the follow organizations to date: Norton Air Force base (serving […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-continues-to-lead-efforts-to-assist-animals-affected-by-california/
| November 1, 2003
Legislative Alerts
Introduction of ‘Puppy Protection Act’ Appears Imminent
Senator Rick Santorum (R-PA), the principal sponsor of the so-called "Puppy Protection Act" (PPA) in the 107th Congress has informed the American Kennel Club that he plans to introduce a modified version of the PPA in the near future. The new version of the PPA will be virtually identical to the original, except that it […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/introduction-of-puppy-protection-act-appears-imminent/
| October 31, 2003
Press Releases
AKC and AKC-CAR to Provide Assistance for Animals Displaced or Affected by California Wildfires
The American Kennel Club (AKC), through its affiliate organization AKC Companion Animal Recovery (AKC-CAR) which provides 24-hour recovery services for microchipped and tattooed pets, is making supplies and other assistance available to the California authorities in counties affected by the wildfires. The AKC is working to identify local animal shelters and animal control agencies involved […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-and-akc-car-to-provide-assistance-for-animals-displaced-or-affecte/
| October 29, 2003
Press Releases
AKC ACE Presentation in New York
On Saturday, October 25, a Golden Retriever and this year's ACE Award recipient in the category of Service Dog, received an honorary plaque at the Queensboro Kennel Club show in Flushing, New York. A check for $1,000 and a sterling silver medallion will be presented to Brock's owner, Marc Jeffrey Grobman, at the AKC/Eukanuba National […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-ace-presentation-in-new-york/
| October 28, 2003
Press Releases
AKC Announces Debut of Online Litter Registration
New Service Offers Ease and Convenience to AKC Customers The American Kennel Club is pleased to announce that as of October 27, 2003 litter registrations will be accepted online. This will enable users to more quickly and easily register their litters at www.akc.org. This service is the first of many new services that AKC […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-announces-debut-of-online-litter-registration/
| October 27, 2003
Press Releases
David Roberts to head Registration Services
The American Kennel Club announced today that effective January 1, 2004, David Roberts will take over the duties of Dolores Alonso, Assistant Vice President (AVP) of Registration Services, who plans to retire at the end of 2003. Roberts, who is currently the AVP of Customer Relations, will maintain his current duties in addition to […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/david-roberts-to-head-registration-services/
| October 24, 2003