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Join the AKC Puppy Pack and Spread the Word on Purebred Dog Ownership
The AKC Puppy Pack tells the story of our puppies’ lives through engaging, educational and of course cute photos and videos on Instagram. This program covers the first year of 7 puppies’ lives as they attend veterinarian visits, participate in training, sports & events, and the day-to-day trials, tribulations and joys of raising a puppy. […]
https://www.akc.org/press-center/articles-resources/facts-and-stats/join-akc-puppy-pack-purebred-dog-ownership/
| August 12, 2019
Legislative Alerts
Fort Smith, AR: Board to act tomorrow, 8/6/19, on pet licenses, $500 PER PET annual breeding licenses, increased penalties and fees for all pet owners
August 5, 2019 The Fort Smith Board of Directors will consider an ordinance tomorrow, August 6, 2019, that seeks to establish dog and cat licensing; excessively costly dog breeder licensing fees; and new requirements, fees and penalties that impact a wide range of pet owners. The Board will also consider a resolution to approve a […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/fort-smith-ar-board-act-tomorrow-8-6-19-pet-licenses-500-per-pet-annual-breeding-licenses-increased-penalties-fees-pet-owners/
| August 5, 2019
Legislative Alerts
Cape Coral, FL: City Council to Vote Monday, 8/5, on Pet Sales Restrictions
August 2, 2019 On Monday, the Cape Coral City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed ordinance that seeks to ban the sale of purpose-bred dogs and cats by pet retailers in favor of randomly sourced animals from shelters and “rescue pet” distributors. Concerned citizens are encouraged to attend the meeting and speak […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/cape-coral-fl-city-council-votes-monday-8-5-pet-sales-restrictions/
| August 2, 2019
Clubs & Delegates
Whats New from GR July 2019
Summertime means parades, picnics, public events—and legislatures adjourning or going into recess. Over the next few months, many state and federal legislators will be back in their districts. This is an excellent opportunity to let them know about the wonderful things you and your club do for dogs and the community, and perhaps even consider […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/whats-new-gr-july-2019/
| July 30, 2019
Clubs & Delegates
State Issues July 2019
News from the State Capitols Here are some highlights of state-level issues AKC GR is currently tracking. Visit the 2019 Legislation Tracking page and click on your state to get the latest updates on state bills monitored by the AKC. Alabama – SB 10, a measure supported by AKC GR which penalizes the misrepresentation of a service […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/state-issues-july-2019/
| July 30, 2019
Clubs & Delegates
Local Issues July 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-july-2019/
| July 30, 2019
Clubs & Delegates
Federal Issues July 2019
The 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 level include: U.S. […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/federal-issues-july-2019/
| July 30, 2019
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Expert Advice: Common Conditions
Pet Insurance Discounts for Breeders: Providing a High-Value Benefit at a Low Cost
Breeders want their puppies to live the best lives possible, which is why they take great care to raise each puppy right. From infancy, breeders provide their puppies with high-quality nutrition, socialization techniques, and – eventually - the best home. Breeders choose to invest time, love and resources, so why not invest a little extra protection during the time in a puppy’s life in which he’ll find the most trouble? Breeders are discovering the advantages of enrolling their puppies in pet insurance before they even leave for their new […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/pet-insurance-discounts-breeders-providing-high-value-benefit-low-cost/
| June 10, 2019
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Expert Advice: News
How Game of Thrones has Impacted — And Hurt — Siberian Huskies
Game of Thrones may be over, but dogs and dog lovers around the world are still feeling the show's repercussions. For eight years, more than 30 million viewers watched dire wolves protect the Stark family. For many viewers, Ghost, Summer, Nymeria and pack's intelligence, fierce loyalty, and imposing stature were more than entertaining: it inspired them […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/how-game-of-thrones-has-impacted-and-hurt-siberian-huskies/
| June 21, 2019
Clubs & Delegates
State Issues June 2019
News from the State Capitols Here are some highlights of state-level issues AKC GR is currently tracking. Visit the 2019 Legislation Tracking page and click on your state to get the latest updates on state bills monitored by the AKC. Alabama – SB 10 would provide for the rights and responsibilities of an individual with a disability […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/state-issues-june-2019/
| June 28, 2019