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Legislative Alerts
Johnson City, TN: Final Vote TOMORROW, 11/21/19, on Overreaching and Problematic Animal Ordinance. Contact Commissioners Today.
The Johnson City Board of Commissioners is scheduled to hold a third and final vote on Thursday, November 21, 2019 to enact an overreaching new animal ordinance. Proponents of the ordinance state that they will immediately seek to pass this same legislation throughout Washington County. AKC agrees with the city’s intent to protect dogs in […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/johnson-city-tn-final-vote-tomorrow-11-21-19-overreaching-problematic-animal-ordinance-contact-commissioners-today/
| November 20, 2019
Legislative Alerts
SPECIAL NEW YORK REPORT: Dozens of Bills Impacting Dog Owners Introduced – Contact Your Legislators
April 4, 2019 Each year, the New York General Assembly introduces dozens of bills that would impact dog owners, breeders, fanciers, and sportsmen. The vast majority of these bills are re-introduced every year and never even receive a committee hearing. Due to the 2018 elections, there are many new legislators in Albany, new leaders and […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/special-new-york-report-dozens-bills-impacting-dog-owners-introduced-contact-legislators/
| April 4, 2019
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
The Many Versions of a Xoloitzcuintli
The Xoloitzcuintli, also called the Mexican hairless dog, dates back millennia to ancient Aztec times. The Xolo comes in three distinct sizes, as well as both hairless and coated varieties. Xolos have developed thick, tough skin, but some dogs may require sunscreen for protection. Though they descend from regal dogs dating back over 3,500 years, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/mexican-hairless-dog-xolo-varieties/
| October 29, 2019
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Sports & Events
Frequently Asked Questions
[accordion] [accordion_panel title="What is the AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin?"] The AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin is North America's largest dog show, held annually since the year 2001. In 2019, the show takes place on December 14 and 15 in Orlando, Florida, with Championship Week events beginning December 10. Each year, […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/akc-national-championship/frequently-asked-questions/
| October 16, 2019
Clubs & Delegates
What’s New From AKC Government Relations October 2019
Election day is quickly approaching. Although Tuesday, November 5th, is an off-year election for most states, there are still a number of important races going on throughout the country including gubernatorial races in Kentucky, Louisiana, and Mississippi and state legislative elections in Louisiana, Mississippi, Virginia, and New Jersey. Local elections are also taking place throughout […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/whats-new-akc-government-relations-october-2019/
| October 25, 2019
Clubs & Delegates
Local Issues October 2019
Local/Other: Issues at the City, County, and Metropolitan Levels, and in U.S. Territories The AKC Government Relations Department is pleased to assist dog owners with canine legislation issues in their local communities, but we can't help unless we are aware of the proposal. Please contact us at (919) 816-3720 or doglaw@akc.org when new laws are discussed or […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/local-issues-october-2019/
| October 25, 2019
Clubs & Delegates
Federal Issues October 2019
From Our Nation's Capitol AKC Government Relations team continues to monitor Congress for issues of interest to dog owners. Visit our 2019 Legislation Tracking page and click on “US Fed” on the map to get the latest updates on federal bills currently being monitored by the AKC. Highlights of issues we are currently addressing on the federal […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/federal-issues-october-2019/
| October 25, 2019
Legislative Alerts
Manatee Co., FL – Workshop on Proposals to Ban/Restrict Retail Pet Sales Scheduled for 10/31/19
On Thursday, October 31, 2019 the Manatee Board of County Commissioners is scheduled to hold a work session to discuss proposed restrictions on retail sales of pets. Concerned citizens are encouraged to attend the meeting to learn more and provide input on these proposals. Certain legislation that has been introduced and/or enacted in other Florida […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/manatee-co-fl-workshop-proposals-ban-restrict-retail-pet-sales-scheduled-10-31-19/
| October 25, 2019
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Expert Advice: Training
CGC & Me: Hemingway The GSD Is A Hard-Working Dog Sports Dynamo
The AKC Canine Good Citizen program gave Hemingway a strong training foundation. Now, the GSD is dominating dog sports from FastCAT to Barn Hunt, and more.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/canine-good-citizen-hemingway-the-gsd-is-a-dog-sports-star/
| October 15, 2019
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Expert Advice: Basic Training
CGC & Me: Callie the Brussels Griffon Embraces Outsize Role As Small Service Dog
BGs: How Deep Is Your Love? Callie is a 1-year-old Brussels Griffon living in Marlow, New Hampshire, with her owner Karin Strickland. Karin had recently lost her 13-year-old Boston Terrier, Sammie, and she knew she needed another dog in her life. After becoming enamored with BGs last year, Karin found a responsible breeder, and soon […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/canine-good-citizen-callie-shines-as-small-service-dog/
| September 13, 2019