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Chairman's Reports
April 2005 Chairman’s Report
Rally is AKC's newest dog sport and it is sweeping the nation. It was created to promote a positive relationship between the dog and its owner. Rally is also the ultimate spectator sport. It is easy for spectators to understand and enjoy watching, even if they have never been to a dog show. Every station […]
https://www.akc.org/chairmans-reports/2005-04/
| April 12, 2005
Chairman's Reports
June 2005 Chairman’s Report
The AKC is committed to maintaining the freedoms we deserve and are fortunate to enjoy when it comes to owning, breeding and showing dogs. We are firmly opposed to any unreasonable infringement on the rights of hobby breeders who are dedicated to nurturing our beloved breeds and responsibly enjoying our sport. With this in mind, […]
https://www.akc.org/chairmans-reports/2005-06/
| June 13, 2005
Chairman's Reports
March 2005 Chairman’s Report
In the fall of 2004, the Board embarked on a strategic planning initiative designed to establish a roadmap for accomplishing the very important mission of the AKC. Given the challenges we face from anti-dog legislation, animal rights extremists, and competing registries, we believe it is essential to develop a clear plan for the future. To […]
https://www.akc.org/chairmans-reports/2005-03/
| March 8, 2005
Chairman's Reports
Chairman’s Report: August 2004
Each March, Delegates representing the AKC Member Clubs elect individuals from among their own number to serve as voting members of the AKC Board of Directors. In order to understand the significance of this process, it is important to understand how the AKC is governed. There are three distinct, but interrelated, groups of individuals with […]
https://www.akc.org/chairmans-reports/2004-08-2/
| August 9, 2004
Chairman's Reports
Chairman’s Report – November 2004
Recently, I was a guest on the History Channel's weekly series "History's Business" where I was asked to discuss AKC and the sport of purebred dogs. In preparation, I did a great deal of reading about AKC’s 120-year history and the individuals who contributed to making the organization and the sport what it is today. […]
https://www.akc.org/chairmans-reports/2004-11-2/
| November 8, 2004
Chairman's Reports
February 2004 Chairman’s Report
As a celebration of dogs in art, AKC will team up this month with Doyle New York, one of the world’s leading auctioneers. A series of events will take place at Doyle, beginning with a brunch this Sunday, February 8, at 10am. for attendees and their canine companions in conjunction with the Dogs in Art […]
https://www.akc.org/chairmans-reports/2004-02/
| February 4, 2004
Chairman's Reports
April 2004 Chairman’s Report
For 17 years, New York City has hosted Fleet Week, America’s Premier “thank you” to the brave men and women of the armed forces who serve our nation. This year, Fleet Week is hosted by the Intrepid Foundation, the City of New York, The US Navy and the Fleet Week Executive Steering Committee. Fleet Week […]
https://www.akc.org/chairmans-reports/2004-04/
| April 12, 2004
Chairman's Reports
August 2003 Chairman’s Report
We were delighted to learn that cumulative ratings indicated more people watched the last AKC/Eukanuba National Championship on Animal Planet and Discovery Channel than any other televised dog show. Therefore our televised event is one of the most important vehicles we have to positively showcase AKC programs and the sport. One group that deserves special […]
https://www.akc.org/chairmans-reports/2003-08/
| August 11, 2003
Chairman's Reports
September 2003 Chairman’s Report
This year we are celebrating the 76th year of AKC Junior Showmanship. Formerly called Children's Handling, the event was founded by Len Brumby Sr. at the Westbury Kennel Association as a class for youngsters to compete in during their day at the dog show. I’m sure Mr. Brumby would be pleased to see how his […]
https://www.akc.org/chairmans-reports/2003-09/
| September 8, 2003
Chairman's Reports
May ’03 Chairman’s Report
AKC was honored to host Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal, Princess Anne, at a luncheon at our Corporate Headquarters in New York City on Wednesday, April 30. Princess Anne was the guest of honor at an event to celebrate the launch of AKC's Pet Healthcare Program. As the president of the Animal Health Trust […]
https://www.akc.org/chairmans-reports/2003-05-2/
| May 13, 2003