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Legislative Alerts
MA and Performance Breed Clubs Alert: Join with AKC in Opposing Mass. Legislation Prohibiting Dogs Outside and Unattended
Despite opposition from the American Kennel Club (AKC), the Massachusetts Federation of Dog Clubs (MassFed), and the Congressional Sportsmen Foundation (CSF), and an ongoing global health pandemic, two identical Massachusetts bills have again been granted extended time for legislative committee consideration - until May 8, 2020. Massachusetts dog laws already provide for civil fines and […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/ma-performance-breed-clubs-alert-join-akc-opposing-mass-legislation-prohibiting-dogs-outside-unattended/
| April 23, 2020
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Expert Advice: Lifestyle
7 Ways to Make Your Dog Happy
From giving unconditional love to greeting us like rock stars when we get home, dogs bring an overwhelming amount of happiness into our lives. Here ere are some ways you can show your canine companion just how much you appreciate him. Provide Appropriate Exercise Exercise isn’t just good for your dog’s physical health, it boosts […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/how-to-make-your-dog-happy/
| June 8, 2018
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Canine Partners
AKC Canine Partners 10th Anniversary Series: Trailblazers
1st AKC Rally Champion: RACH Chloe Wild Child UDX OM1 BN VER RM3 RAE3 SWN SCNE SCA SIA SEA THD CGC TKA & Nancy Nelson of Manorville, NY A rescue group rescued Chloe from a kill shelter as a puppy. “When I adopted her, she was 6 months old and her rescue foster mom told […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/akc-canine-partners-10th-anniversary-series-trailblazers-5/
| April 9, 2020
Legislative Alerts
Georgia: Shelter-In-Place Order Pending, Ask Governor to Designate Pet Care Businesses as Essential
According to Governor Brian Kemp’s staff, an executive order will be issued tomorrow (4/3/20) that is anticipated to include shelter-in-place requirements. Georgia pet owners are urged to contact the governor’s office today and politely request that veterinarians and pet food/care businesses be designated as essential businesses/services and allowed to continue to operate subject to safe […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/georgia-shelter-place-order-pending-ask-governor-designate-pet-care-businesses-essential/
| April 2, 2020
Legislative Alerts
Stay Up to Date with AKC GR’s COVID-19 Policy Resources Page
The COVID-19 outbreak and rapidly evolving policy responses are having a significant impact on the lives of dog owners around the country. The AKC Government Relations Department remains committed to keeping you up to date on the latest information impacting you and your dogs. Our new COVID-19 resources page in the AKC Legislative Action Center […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/stay-date-akc-grs-covid-19-policy-resources-page/
| March 27, 2020
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Expert Advice: Home & Living
Create an Indoor Playroom for Your Dog
As many pet owners know, a bored dog with energy to burn can be a handful. One secret to a well-behaved pup is making sure they have enough appropriate mental and physical stimulation every day. Otherwise, they may find their own forms of entertainment, such as figuring out how the cupboard door works or shredding […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/home-living/creating-an-indoor-dog-playroom/
| January 17, 2019
Clubs & Delegates
What’s New From GR March 2020
In these unprecedented times, the American Kennel Club Government Relations Department remains committed to ensuring that you and your dogs are protected. Although we have taken our operation remote, we are still available by phone (919-816-3720) and email (doglaw@akc.org), and we will continue to bring you the most up to date information, including whether you […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/whats-new-gr-march-2020/
| March 30, 2020
Clubs & Delegates
State Issues March 2020
State Issues: News from the State Capitols Here are some highlights of state-level issues AKC GR is currently tracking. Visit the 2020 Legislation Tracking page and click on your state to get the latest updates on state bills monitored by the AKC. Alabama – HB 209 seeks to authorize food service establishments to allow pet dogs in […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/state-issues-march-2020/
| March 30, 2020
Clubs & Delegates
Federal Issues March 2020
From Our Nation's Capitol AKC Government Relations team continues to monitor Congress for issues of interest to dog owners. Visit our 2020 Legislation Tracking page and click on “US Fed” on the map to get the latest updates on federal bills currently being monitored by the AKC. Highlights of issues we are currently addressing on the federal […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/federal-issues-march-2020/
| March 30, 2020
Legislative Alerts
Update: State Exemptions Protecting Pet Care, Supplies and Services During Shutdown
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, many states are shutting down all but what they deem to be essential services and businesses. Over the last week, AKC has reached out to government officials and also asked for your help in ensuring that pet supplies, pet care, and pet services are ruled “essential” (exempt) businesses so that […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/update-state-exemptions-protecting-pet-care-supplies-services-shutdown/
| March 23, 2020