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AKC Offers Tips for a Safe and Happy Holiday Season With Your Dog
Harsh winter weather and the hectic holiday season can be stressful for many people, but what about your furry, four-footed companion? The season's festivities can be both enjoyable and safe for your pet as long as you keep your canine's health and well being in mind. Following are tips from the American Kennel Club for […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-offers-tips-for-a-safe-and-happy-holiday-season-with-your-dog/
| November 18, 2004
Press Releases
Do Your Homework Before Giving to Charity
Most of you who own dogs treat your dogs like family and care deeply for the well being of all dogs. You want to give generously to charities that benefit dogs, but the AKC advises you to choose organizations that best serve your desired ends. There is a difference between animal welfare organizations and […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/do-your-homework-before-giving-to-charity-1/
| November 18, 2004
Press Releases
First Family Welcomes New Purebred Pup
-- "Clinton" Progeny to Enter the White House -- New York, NY – Republican President George W. Bush may have won re-election but it looks like there may soon be a Democratic operative in the White House. The new arrival-- a purebred Scottish Terrier puppy named Miss Beazley--will play a dual role as a birthday […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/first-family-welcomes-new-purebred-pup/
| November 12, 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
Press Releases
Howloween With Your Dog
New York, NY – The day for trick or treating will soon be here, yet, neither tricks nor too many treats are good for your dog, and Halloween can certainly be a scary experience for your pet. Here are some tips from the American Kennel Club to ensure a safe and Happy “Howloween” with […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/howloween-with-your-dog/
| October 26, 2004
Press Releases
AKC Announces Staff Promotions
New York, NY — President and Chief Executive Officer, Dennis B. Sprung, announced today a number of executive promotions, as well as the hiring of a new manager in the Public Relations department. In his statement Sprung said, " I am proud of these employees for their outstanding performance and for the fact that […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-announces-staff-promotions/
| October 13, 2004
Press Releases
AKC Online Breeder Classifieds Offer Valuable Service to Breeders in the AKC Network
New York, NY – The American Kennel Club announced today that it is now accepting listings for AKC Online Breeder Classifieds (AKC OBC), a new web-based service designed to bring breeders of AKC-registrable puppies together with potential pet owners. A breeder of an AKC-registered litter in good standing with the AKC may place a listing […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-online-breeder-classifieds-offer-valuable-service-to-breeders-in-t/
| October 1, 2004
Press Releases
AKC Celebrates Responsible Dog Ownership Day With Support From Politicians Across The Country
-- Governors of Alaska, North Carolina, Delaware, Pennsylvania and Tennessee all designate Responsible Dog Ownership Days-- New York, NY – In honor of AKC Responsible Dog Ownership Day on September 17, 2004, (the AKC’s 120th anniversary) the AKC and many of its affiliated clubs have received support – in the form or proclamations and […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-celebrates-responsible-dog-ownership-day-with-support-from-politic/
| September 17, 2004
Press Releases
Mayors And Governors From Across The Country Lend Support For AKC Responsible Dog Ownership Day
In honor of AKC Responsible Dog Ownership Day on September 17, 2004, the AKC and many of its affiliated clubs have received support – in the form of proclamations and congratulatory letters -- from numerous government officials, including the governors of Alaska, North Carolina, and California. At least seven proclamations and one letter of congratulations […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/mayors-and-governors-from-across-the-country-lend-support-for-akc-resp/
| September 10, 2004
Chairman's Reports
August 2004 Chairman’s Report
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/
| August 26, 2004