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Chairman's Reports
May 2003 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/
| May 26, 2003
Press Releases
Get A Sneak Peak
The summer 2003 issue of AKC Family Dog, a new lifestyle magazine with a focus on purebred dogs, is almost here. The latest issue, available June 1st, is packed with how-to's, news updates, and vital information to help owners provide all the best for their pet. Media may request advance copies of feature […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/get-a-sneak-peak/
| May 20, 2003
Press Releases
Obedience Team to Compete at Crufts 2004
AKC to Select Obedience Team to Compete in First-Ever International Competition at Crufts 2004 -- Top OTCH Dogs Will Be Invited To Compete -- The American Kennel Club (AKC) announced today that its Board of Directors approved the establishment of an AKC Obedience Team to compete in the first-ever 2004 Crufts Obedience World Cup […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/obedience-team-to-compete-at-crufts-2004/
| May 19, 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
Legislative Alerts
Help for Homeowners
For years, homeowners with certain breeds of dogs have had an increasingly difficult time obtaining homeowners' insurance. Now with summer fast-approaching, dog owners could find that task even more daunting. Media coverage of summer dog bites may draw negative attention to the issue, causing carriers to raise a warning flag on all customers who own […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/help-for-homeowners/
| May 13, 2003
Press Releases
Tips for Summer Travel with Your Dog
Including the family dog in the family vacation plans this summer can be a great alternative to sending Rover off to the local kennel. By planning ahead, you can ensure a safe and enjoyable trip for you and your cherished canine companion. The American Kennel Club provides tips on what you need to know: By […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/tips-for-summer-travel-with-your-dog/
| May 5, 2003
Chairman's Reports
April 2003 Chairman’s Report
The American Kennel Club is delighted with the announcement of the AKC Pet Healthcare Plan by Pet Partners, Inc. AKC Pet Healthcare Insurance, underwritten by State National Insurance Company, an A rated company by AM Best, which features two comprehensive plans for fanciers and pet owners: the “Premier Plan” and “Premier Plus Plan.” The plan […]
https://www.akc.org/chairmans-reports/2003-04/
| April 26, 2003
Legislative Alerts
Update: Iowa Bill Goes from Bad to Worse
The dangerous dog bill in Iowa has a new number, SF446 (formerly SSB1195), and the breed-specific aspects of the bill have been dropped. Unfortunately, the bill is so poorly written that it now puts all dogs in jeopardy. SF446 declares all unleashed or unmuzzled dogs dangerous and never addresses the behavior of the dog itself […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/update-iowa-bill-goes-from-bad-to-worse/
| April 16, 2003
Legislative Alerts
Iowa Considers ‘Vicious’ Breeds
Rottweilers, Dobermans and “pit bulls” would be declared vicious under a bill introduced this week in Iowa. The bill, SSB1195, was introduced by the Senate Committee on Government Oversight April 8th and was approved just two days later for consideration by the full Senate. Iowa fanciers must act now to stop this fast-moving bill. WHAT […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/iowa-considers-vicious-breeds/
| April 11, 2003
Press Releases
AKC Announces 2003 National Tracking Invitational
The American Kennel Club is pleased to announce that a National Tracking Invitational will be held September 20th and 21st, 2003 at Biltmore Estate in Asheville, North Carolina. All dogs that have earned the Champion Tracker (CT) title prior to June 23, 2003 will be invited to participate; however, entry is limited to 10 […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-announces-2003-national-tracking-invitational/
| April 10, 2003