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Chairman's Reports
February 2008 Chairman’s Report
In an effort to help the puppy-buying public find responsible breeders of AKC registered puppies, the Board has approved a program whereby clubs can easily and proactively promote the AKC brand, AKC registration and AKC breeder referral through local classified advertising. This initiative which we have dubbed, "Demand AKC Papers" asks clubs to place classified […]
https://www.akc.org/chairmans-reports/2008-02/
| February 8, 2008
Chairman's Reports
November Chairman’s Report
The American Kennel Club has been advocating for purebred dog owners since our founding in 1884. Yet in 1990 we stepped up our efforts in the political arena with the formation of the Canine Legislation department. Now the time has come again for AKC to further enhance our role in protecting owners' and breeders' rights. […]
https://www.akc.org/chairmans-reports/2007-11-2/
| November 13, 2007
Chairman's Reports
June 2007 Chairman’s Report
Last month in my Chairman's Report I reported on a pending threat to purebred dog ownership in California: Assembly Bill 1634 would require the mandatory spay or neuter of dogs 4 months or older unless an intact dog permit is purchased through local authorities. Should this bill become law, I fear it could be a […]
https://www.akc.org/chairmans-reports/2007-06/
| June 11, 2007
Chairman's Reports
September 2007 Chairman’s Report
It is sometimes beneficial in both our personal and our professional lives to step back and take a longer perspective of what we have achieved and what we seek. Our natural inclination is to focus on just today and tomorrow. Today I want to share with you some longer range evaluation of just how AKC […]
https://www.akc.org/chairmans-reports/2007-09/
| September 10, 2007
Chairman's Reports
January 2007 Chairman’s Report
Dogs initially earned the moniker "man's best friend" as a result of their work alongside man as hunter, herder, or guardian. Today's canine may have dwindling duties on the farm and in the field but a new role has emerged, taking simple companionship a step further and becoming a full fledged family member. Like our […]
https://www.akc.org/chairmans-reports/2007-01/
| January 10, 2007
Chairman's Reports
May 2007 Chairman’s Report
Since February we have been waging a legislative battle against California Assembly Bill 1634 which would require mandatory spaying/neutering for all dogs over 4 months of age unless the owner qualifies for and purchases an intact dog permit through the local authorities. This would mean that those wishing to keep their dogs intact would be […]
https://www.akc.org/chairmans-reports/2007-05/
| May 8, 2007
Chairman's Reports
October 2006 Chairman’s Report
Despite our patriotic name, the American Kennel Club® is a world-class organization with an international presence. Earlier this month, the AKC/USA World Agility Team put in a stellar performance in Basel, Switzerland at the 11th FCI World Agility Championships. Sending Americans and their globe-trotting dogs to world competitions represents just one way in which we […]
https://www.akc.org/chairmans-reports/2006-10/
| October 11, 2006
Chairman's Reports
December 2006 Chairman’s Report
The recently completed sixth AKC/Eukanuba National Championship was a wonderful way to close our year by showcasing the best of the American Kennel Club, both for the dog fancy and the general public. We hosted nearly 3,000 dogs for the weekend’s three events. All 165 AKC breeds and varieties, all 50 states and 16 countries […]
https://www.akc.org/chairmans-reports/2006-12/
| December 12, 2006
Chairman's Reports
September Chairman’s Report
The American Kennel Club offers a variety of educational resources promoting responsible dog ownership. Whether you are a long-time breeder or just getting started in the sport we encourage you to take advantage of our informational offerings. For a comprehensive educational experience, try one of the AKC/Canine Health Foundation Breeders Symposiums. Last month in […]
https://www.akc.org/chairmans-reports/2006-09-2/
| September 12, 2006
Chairman's Reports
June 2005 Chairman’s Report
The AKC is committed to maintaining the freedoms we deserve and are fortunate to enjoy when it comes to owning, breeding and showing dogs. We are firmly opposed to any unreasonable infringement on the rights of hobby breeders who are dedicated to nurturing our beloved breeds and responsibly enjoying our sport. With this in mind, […]
https://www.akc.org/chairmans-reports/2005-06/
| June 13, 2005