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Legislative Alerts
Indianapolis Holds Public Hearing on Dog Violence
The Indianapolis City Council has decided not to pursue breed-specific legislation. Councilwoman Sherron Franklin will be proposing a stricter dangerous dog ordinance that requires dogs that have been determined to be dangerous to be confined by a fence or specified structure and imposes a minimum $500 fine for violators. AKC thanks the fanciers and concerned […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/indianapolis-holds-public-hearing-on-dog-violence/
| June 12, 2006
Press Releases
AKC Approves Working Dog Sport
-- Board Approved Parent Clubs Request for New Competition -- The American Kennel Club® Board of Directors has granted the request of four Parent Clubs to approve the Working Dog Sport (WDS), effective January 1, 2007 with regulations to be approved by the AKC Board. The breeds approved to compete in AKC®'s newest sport […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-approves-working-dog-sport/
| May 10, 2006
Legislative Alerts
Louisville Task Force Reconsiders BSL, Punitive Restrictions
Help is needed again in Louisville! In the wake a of public outcry about a proposed breed-specific dangerous dog ordinance, the Louisville Metro Council formed a task force to study issues relating to dangerous dogs and changes to the animal control ordinance. Unfortunately, the latest draft from the task force includes breed-specific language, possible fee […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/louisville-task-force-reconsiders-bsl-punitive-restrictions/
| April 21, 2006
Legislative Alerts
Attention Louisville Dog Owners
The Louisville Metro Council Committee on Government Administration, Rules, Ethics, and Audit Agenda will meet at 4pm Monday, February 27th to discuss the proposed changes to the animal control ordinance. It is critical that fanciers and concerned dog owners contact their council members and ask them to oppose this measure. The American Kennel Club and […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/attention-louisville-dog-owners/
| February 24, 2006
Legislative Alerts
Update: Illinois Legislation
Fanciers have worked hard and have made significant progress in the Illinois State Legislature, which is considering several dangerous dog and breed-specific bills. Fanciers are also working to oppose breed-specific legislation (BSL) in Chicago. Below is an update on current "hot" initiatives facing Illinois residents. In the General Assembly: As Illinois dog owners may recall, […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/update-illinois-legislation/
| February 24, 2006
Legislative Alerts
LA Rejects BSL, Pursuing Mandatory Spay/Neuter of ALL Dogs
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors has voted to delay a vote on changes to its animal control ordinance until April 25th. Although the board appears to have been persuaded that a breed-specific proposal is not in the best interests of the citizens, they have now directed staff to draft language requiring mandatory spay/neuter […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/la-rejects-bsl-pursuing-mandatory-spay-neuter-of-all-dogs/
| February 23, 2006
Legislative Alerts
Update: Los Angeles County Supervisors Move Forward with BSL
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors approved a motion by Supervisor Michael Antonovich to draft a breed-specific ordinance that would impose breeding restrictions and mandatory spay/neuter of "pit bulls" and Rottweilers. The ordinance is expected to be discussed at the February 14th meeting. Concerned dog owners should contact their supervisor and ask him or […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/update-los-angeles-county-supervisors-move-forward-with-bsl/
| February 1, 2006
Legislative Alerts
BSL on the Move in Illinois!
Immediate help is needed to stop two poorly written bills that would hurt responsible dog owners in Illinois ! HB4213 Background: Introduced by Rep. Michael Tryon on December 1st, 2005, HB4213 automatically deems American Pit Bull Terriers, American Staffordshire Terriers, "pit bulls," Pit Bull Terriers, Rottweilers and Staffordshire Terriers vicious and requires owners of these […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/bsl-on-the-move-in-illinois/
| January 12, 2006
Legislative Alerts
Illinois Dog Owners Face Multiple BSL Threats
AKC and dog owners in Illinois are organizing against state and city measures that ban or severely restrict specific breeds of dogs. Phone calls, e-mails, and letters to legislators are urgently needed to stop these unfair proposals: State of Illinois HB4212: Introduced by Rep. Michael Tryon on December 1st, HB4212 would permit cities to regulate […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/illinois-dog-owners-face-multiple-bsl-threats/
| December 2, 2005
Press Releases
AKC Commends Celebrities Who Give a Woof!
--In Honor of AKC® Responsible Dog Ownership Day, AKC Salutes Stars for Choosing the Right Breed to Fit Their Lifestyles-- New York, NY — Dogs have occupied the homes of many of the world's most sought-after celebrities since the dawn of the entertainment industry. Under constant surveillance of fans, critics and the media, celebrities […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-commends-celebrities-who-give-a-woof/
| July 25, 2005