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Legislative Alerts
U.S. DOT Seeks to Again Collect Information on Incidents Involving Animals During Air Transport
Today, the United States Department of Transportation (DOT) published a notice seeking to reinstate a previously approved information collection request under its enforcement of the Air Carrier Access Act (ACAA). Interested parties are invited to provide comment to DOT through Monday, March 25, 2024. BACKGROUND Since 2005, federal regulations have required air carriers to file […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/u-s-dot-seeks-collect-information-incidents-involving-animals-air-transport/
| January 24, 2024
Legislative Alerts
Missouri: Ask Committee to Support Bill Protecting Owners Rights for Confiscated Animals
The Missouri Agriculture Policy Committee is considering a bill on Thursday, January 25, that would make several changes to protect dogs and the rights of dog owners when animals are seized on suspicion of neglect or abuse. The purpose of the bill is to protect the rights of the accused and ensure they are treated […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/missouri-ask-committee-support-bill-protecting-owners-rights-confiscated-animals-3/
| January 23, 2024
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
How to Watch NFL Dog Plays of the Year Highlights Show
Love dogs and NFL players? You're in luck! NFL Dog Plays of the Year is a special program that combines the NFL players with AKC dog sports.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/watch-nfl-dog-plays-of-the-year/
| January 23, 2024
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
From ‘Plush Puppy’ to Junior Showmanship: Supporting Kids in Dog Shows
If your child is interested in dog shows, they don't need to wait until they're an adult to compete. Get involved with Junior Showmanship and special attractions!
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/supporting-kids-in-dog-shows/
| January 23, 2024
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
History of Conformation: The Evolution of Dog Shows
How did modern dogs shows get to where they are today? Learn about the histroy of Conformation shows, that began over 150 years ago.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/history-of-conformation/
| January 19, 2024
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Expert Advice: Fitness & Exercise
AKC FIT DOG 101: How to Get Started
The AKC FIT DOG program began in 2022 and is designed to encourage dogs and people to be more active with their dogs to support their health and fitness.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/akc-fit-dog-101-get-started/
| January 18, 2024
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2023 Lifetime Achievement Award Nominees
Nominees in Conformation Michael Canalizo Michael Canalizo has spent many years in the Dog Show World as a Breeder/Owner, Professional Handler, turned Judge. His first exposure to his primary breed: the Afghan Hound came in 1961 as a member of “the typical Hobby Breeder family” with their purchase of “Babu Bamn of Grandeur”. He showed […]
https://www.akc.org/about/awards-and-honors/lifetime-achievement/nominees/2023-lifetime-achievement-award-nominees/
| January 18, 2024
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeding
AKC Breeder Spotlight: Caroline Wells Cope of Copestone Whippets
Caroline Wells Cope of Copestone Whippets lives in Walterboro, SC, just outside of historic Charleston. She’s been showing and breeding Whippets for 10 years under the mentorship of Kerrie Kuper (Karasar Whippets). Caroline’s goal is to breed healthy Whippets with exceptional temperaments that represent the breed standard that not only succeed in the show ring […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/akc-breeder-spotlight-caroline-wells-cope-copestone-whippets/
| January 18, 2024
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeding
Get Your Pet Meds from the Place That Knows Your Dog Best
AKC, North America’s largest not-for-profit dog registry and leading advocate for dogs, has partnered with Allivet, an award-winning pet pharmacy, to bring you AKCRx – your new go-to source for all your pet med needs. As a responsible dog owner, you want to provide the best care for your dog, especially when it comes to […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/get-pet-meds-place-knows-dog-best/
| January 17, 2024
Clubs & Delegates
Local Issues January 2024
Issues at the City, County, and Metropolitan Levels, and in US Territories CA, Los Angeles – The Los Angeles City Council is considering a proposal to suspend the issuance of new breeding permits for the stated reason of shelter overcrowding. This would impact all who breed in the city, as well as all owners of […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/local-issues-january-2024/
| January 16, 2024