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Legislative Alerts
CDC’s Dog Import Rule: Contact CDC and Congress – and Why it Matters
On August 1, 2024, U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will implement new restrictions and requirements for the entry of dogs into the U.S. The American Kennel Club (AKC) recognizes the serious health threats posed by the recent, continuing import of unhealthy dogs using fraudulent veterinary/import paperwork, and supports CDC’s intention of protecting […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/cdcs-dog-import-rule-contact-cdc-congress-matters/
| June 21, 2024
Legislative Alerts
U.S. Senate: Ask Your Senators to Oppose Harmful Proposals in Senate Farm Bill Legislation
The U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee is currently considering proposals for inclusion in the Senate Farm Bill. Right now, animal rights/ “protection” groups are actively lobbying your Senator(s) to include two proposals that could harm responsible dog breeders. Your action is urgently needed NOW to stop the animal-rights supported Better CARE for Animals Act (S. 2555) […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/u-s-senate-ask-senators-oppose-harmful-proposals-senate-farm-bill-legislation/
| June 14, 2024
Legislative Alerts
Lexington/Fayette Co, KY: Council Vote Pending on Pet Choice Restrictions
An ordinance that would limit pet choice in Lexington/Fayette County, Kentucky, could receive a final vote on Tuesday, June 11, 2024. At this time, the council is scheduled to review the 2025 budget at its June 11 meeting. Additional council business, if any, has not yet been posted to the council calendar. If the proposed pet shop ordinance […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/lexington-fayette-co-ky-council-vote-pending-pet-choice-restrictions/
| June 7, 2024
Press Releases
AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB ANNOUNCES RECIPIENTS OF THE AKC JUNIOR SCHOLARSHIPS
The American Kennel Club (AKC®), a not-for-profit organization, the world’s largest purebred dog registry and leading advocate for dogs, is pleased to announce the recipients of the AKC Junior Scholarships. Scholarships totaling $23,000 were awarded to the following recipients. “AKC encourages juniors to try different events and expand their involvement,” says Mari-Beth O’Neill, VP of […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/american-kennel-club-announces-recipients-akc-junior-scholarships/
| June 4, 2024
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Expert Advice: Juniors
How Bree Ardizzone-Sulewski Went From Junior Handler to Professional Handler
From Junior Handler to Professional Handler Sassafras Lowrey CPDT-KA Many junior handlers hope to make working with dogs their job when they grow up....
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/junior-handler-to-professional-handler/
| June 3, 2024
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Expert Advice: General Health
Renal Dysplasia in Dogs: Signs, Symptoms, Treatment
Renal dysplasia (RD), also known as renal malformation, refers to a type of congenital chronic kidney disease. Learn more about renal dysplasia in dogs.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/renal-dysplasia-in-dogs/
| May 31, 2024
Sports & Events
Junior Report: Christopher Plank
Hello, my name is Christopher Plank, I was born and raised in Waterloo, Illinois. Throughout my childhood, I have had the opportunity to grow up with White German Shepherds whom my grandmother bred and raised. As part of this passion, participation in these events and interacting with others has provided the opportunity to explore new […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/juniors/junior-resources/junior-spotlight/junior-report-christopher-plank/
| May 31, 2024
Clubs & Delegates
What’s New in GR May 2024
In May, two major federal issues dominated the canine legislation landscape. The U.S. House Agriculture Committee unveiled its draft for the 2024 Farm Bill, officially titled the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2024. This essential legislation reauthorizes U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) programs for five years and includes significant provisions affecting canine health […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/whats-new-gr-may-2024/
| May 23, 2024
Legislative Alerts
Understanding CDC’s New Rule for Bringing Dogs into the United States
Earlier this week, the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) published a new rule for the importation of dogs into the United States. The rule, which becomes effective on August 1, 2024, will require all dogs to be at minimum six months of age prior to import into the U.S. The American […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/understanding-cdcs-new-rule-bringing-dogs-united-states/
| May 17, 2024
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeding
Understanding Genetic Modes of Inheritance: an Introduction
Understanding the genetic modes of inheritance is vital for dog breeders, as it helps them predict the likelihood of traits or genetic disorders appearing in offspring. This article provides simplified explanations of different modes of inheritance, which will be expanded on in coming articles. Genetic Building Blocks: Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) is the molecule that […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/understanding-genetic-modes-inheritance-introduction/
| May 17, 2024