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Legislative Alerts
Cobb County, GA – Public Hearing Tuesday, 1/28/20, on Overreaching Animal Code Revisions
The Cobb County (Georgia) Commission is holding a public hearing on changes to the county code that would negatively affect dog owners, exhibitors, and breeders. Residents are urged to attend the public hearing on Tuesday, January 28, 2020, and to contact their commissioners prior to the hearing to respectfully ask that the proposed code amendments […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/cobb-county-ga-public-hearing-tuesday-1-28-20-overreaching-animal-code-revisions/
| January 24, 2020
Sports & Events
Conformation: Judging Resource Center
[accordion] [accordion_panel title="News"] AKC Educational Requirements Policy and Recommendations Danish-Swedish Farm Dog to the Working Group January 1, 2025 [/accordion_panel] [/accordion] [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Rules, Policies & Procedures"] Judging Approval Process - effective January 1, 2018, amended effective June 1, 2024 FAQ's on the Judging Approval Process (PDF) Rules Policies and Guidelines for Conformation Dog Show […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/conformation/judging-information/
| January 22, 2020
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Expert Advice: Breeding Tips & Best Practices
Setting Puppies Up for Success in New Homes: Early Socialization and Training Tips
Many first-time puppy owners feel overwhelmed in the early weeks of bringing home their new addition. As a responsible breeder, there is much that can be done to alleviate some of the more common issues owners have with new puppies before you send your precious litters out to their new homes. Addressing common problems before they begin can set your puppies up for success in their […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/early-socialization-training-tips-for-puppies/
| January 21, 2020
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Expert Advice: Weight Management
Healthy Weight Gain for Puppies
You've welcomed a new puppy into your home. Congratulations! Now what? In addition to enjoying snuggles, playtime and the challenges and rewards of puppy training, it's up to you to make sure your dog gets the right amount of food and exercise. Keeping healthy weight gain on track helps ensure a smooth transition from puppyhood […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/nutrition/healthy-weight-gain-for-puppies/
| January 21, 2020
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Expert Advice: Health
Why Do Dogs Cough? Causes and Treatments
Why do dogs and puppies cough? Every dog or puppy coughs from time to time, but here's how to know when to call a vet for help.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/dog-cough-causes/
| January 20, 2020
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Expert Advice: Breeding Tips & Best Practices
AKC Breeder Spotlight: Penny Kelley of McEremon Icelandic Sheepdogs
Penny Kelley of Sandusky, Ohio, has had Icelandic Sheepdogs for 11 years. The dam of her first litter, Ch. Valhalla’s Heart O’ Gold, is the first Icelandic Sheepdog to earn an AKC championship (shown by Kelley) and is the mother of nine AKC champions, and six of those are Grand Champions AKC: How did you get started in breeding dogs? Kelley: I got started in breeding Icelandic Sheepdogs nine years ago after my first girl, Ch. Valhalla’s Heart O’ Gold (Stella), became […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/breeder-spotlight-penny-kelley-mceremon-icelandic-sheepdogs/
| January 20, 2020
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Expert Advice: Training
CGC & Me: Stella the Bulldog Is A Determined & Versatile Learner
The first time Lucy Hayes met Stella, the Dayton, Ohio, native could sense something special about her. Hayes had owned a Bulldog before, but that dog had been somewhat stubborn and sedentary. Stella, however, was a whole different story. Despite being the runt of a nine-pup litter, Stella showed a certain spunk and eagerness to achieve. […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/cgc-and-me-stella-the-bulldog/
| January 17, 2020
Clubs & Delegates
Federal Issues January 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-january-2020/
| January 16, 2020
Clubs & Delegates
Local Issues January 2020
Issues at the City, County, and Metropolitan Levels, and in U.S. Territories The AKC Government Relations Department is pleased to assist dog owners with canine legislation issues in their local communities, but we can't help unless we are aware of the proposal. Please contact us at (919) 816-3720 or doglaw@akc.org when new laws are discussed or introduced […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/local-issues-january-2020/
| January 16, 2020
Clubs & Delegates
State Issues January 2020
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. Colorado – HB 20-1084 would place further restrictions on breeders, and restrict pet choice and consumer protection […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/state-issues-january-2020/
| January 16, 2020