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Legislative Alerts
Michigan Breeder Regulations Bill Passes Committee. Contact Your Representative
Michigan House Bill 4898, which seeks to limit the number of dogs that can be kept on a single premises and expands state authority to regulate “large scale dog breeding kennels”, has been approved by the House Appropriations Committee and could be scheduled for consideration by the full House of Representatives very soon. Michigan residents […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/michigan-hb4898-passes-committee/
| October 23, 2015
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Clubs & Delegates
Why Pet Shop Laws Affect You
Published on: October 23, 2015 Most breeders don’t think of themselves as having much in common with retail pet stores. But many anti-breeder extremists already consider you one, and a slew of legislation now appearing in dozens of communities across the country defines just about anyone who breeds or sells a dog as a retail pet […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/pet-shop-laws-affect/
| October 23, 2015
Legislative Alerts
AKC Urges Support of Massachusetts Shelter Importation, Service Animal Trainer Bills
Friday, October 23, 2015 On Wednesday, October 28, the Joint Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture Committee of the Massachusetts legislature will consider bills impacting the keeping of dogs. House Bill 649 seeks to address the problems associated with the importation of animals intended for adoption, while Senate Bill 444 seeks to ensure that trainers of […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/akc-urges-support-of-massachusetts-shelter-importation-service-animal-trainer-bills/
| October 23, 2015
Legislative Alerts
MI Committee to Discuss Shelter, Possible Breeder Regulations on 10/21
The Michigan House Regulatory Reform Committee is scheduled to take public testimony on Wednesday, October 21, on a bill that as introduced creates numerous new regulations regarding shelter intake and release of dogs and cats. The agenda for the hearing also indicates that the bill may include provisions “to include large-scale commercial dog breeders.” Summary: […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/michigan-hb4925-house-hearing-1/
| October 19, 2015
Legislative Alerts
MA Dog Owners: Committee to Consider Spate of Dog Bills on Wednesday, October 21
Monday, October 19, 2015 The Joint Judiciary Committee of the Massachusetts General Court is scheduled to consider 20 legislative proposals concerning animals at its next meeting on Wednesday, October 21, 2015. Included in the agenda are bills that deeply concern both the American Kennel Club and the Massachusetts Federation of Dog Clubs and Responsible Dog […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/massachusetts_joint_judiciary_hearing_october_21-2015/
| October 19, 2015
Expert Advice: Cute & Funny
Check Out the Winners of the “Dog Days of Summer” Art Contest for Kids!
With school back in session, days getting shorter, and temperatures getting cooler, this seems like a good time to take a fond look back at all the fun adventures dog-loving kids had this summer, with their pals front and center. To do that, the AKC Public Education Program held a “Dog Days of Summer” art […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/winners-art-contest-kids/
| October 16, 2015
Canine Partners
Cute Dog in Training Shows Off Her Tricks
A great look at early tricks and sports training for this then 15-month-old mixed-breed dog. Mixed-breed dogs can compete in AKC sports through the AKC Canine Partners program for all dogs, including rare breeds and rescues.
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/cute-dog-in-training-shows-off-her-tricks/
| October 15, 2015
Expert Advice: News
Heroic Teen Stabs Bear to Save His Dog
We recently comes across several stories of pet owners acting courageously when their dogs’ lives were threatened by wild animals. For instance, one woman fought off a python that had wrapped around her dog. Another tussled with an alligator that snatched her dog. And then there’s Pierce Orminston, a 15-year-old Canadian, who saved his dog […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/stabs-bear-save-dog/
| October 15, 2015
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Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Akita Facts You May Not Know
The Akita is a beautiful and distinguished member of the Working Group. Learn about the history and personality of this ancient Japanese dog.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/fun-facts-akita/
| October 15, 2015
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Chow Chow Facts You May Not Know
The regal Chow Chow has a fascinating history and many unique features. But did you know that they have blue-black tongues? Read on to learn more about this breed.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/fun-facts-chow-chow/
| October 14, 2015