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2017 Lifetime Achievement Award Nominees
In its ongoing pursuit to recognize outstanding members of the fancy, The American Kennel Club Lifetime Achievement Awards were created and first awarded in 1999 to honor our very best. The purpose of the awards is to celebrate those individuals whose many years of dedication have led to significant contributions to our sport on a […]
https://www.akc.org/about/awards-and-honors/lifetime-achievement/nominees/2017-2/
| October 3, 2016
Legislative Alerts
UPDATE: New Haven Board of Alders Sends Breeder/Litter Permit Proposal to Mayor
Despite letters of concern from AKC Government Relations, dog owners and breeders, and a state-licensed veterinarian to the New Haven, CT Board of Alders regarding proposed changes to their animal ordinance, the Board enacted a re-drafted animal ordinance proposal last night. AKC GR has learned that the proposal will now go to the city’s Mayor […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/update-new-haven-board-alders-sends-breeder-litter-permit-proposal-mayor/
| November 9, 2018
Legislative Alerts
RI Update: Cumberland Town Council Agrees to Work with AKC and Providence County KC
Last night, the Cumberland Town Council indicated its willingness to work with the Providence County Kennel Club’s legislative liaison, Vincent Indeglia, and AKC Government Relations to develop an effective ordinance that monitors the breeding of dogs in town without negatively impacting responsible dog owners and breeders. The decision has effectively tabled item # 18-22A, the […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/ri-update-cumberland-town-council-agrees-work-akc-providence-county-kc/
| November 8, 2018
Press Releases
AKC Honors Representative John T. O’Connor as Legislator of the Year
The American Kennel Club (AKC®), the world’s largest purebred dog registry and leading advocate for dogs, is pleased to announce that State Representative John T. O’Connor of New Hampshire will be presented with the 2018 AKC Legislator of the Year Award for New Hampshire. Angela Ferrari, Legislative Chair for AKC’s New Hampshire federation, the Dog […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-honors-representative-john-t-oconnor-legislator-year/
| November 6, 2018
Clubs & Delegates
Local Issues October 2018
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 introduced in your city or county. We will provide you with resources and […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/local-issues-october-2018/
| October 30, 2018
Clubs & Delegates
What’s New From GR October 2018
Election Day 2018 is November 6. In these last days leading up to the election, candidates are vying for your vote. You may receive phone calls, visits from volunteer door knockers, or even a direct appeal from the candidate. As you walk to your polling place for early voting or on Election Day, you may […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/whats-new-gr-october-2018/
| October 30, 2018
Legislative Alerts
NJ Alert: Amended Shamong Ordinance Still Features Ownership, Breeding Limits
The Township Committee of Shamong, New Jersey, is expected to consider amended proposed changes to its animal ordinances at its upcoming Wednesday, November 7, 2018, meeting. Due to the successful outreach of concerned local stakeholders, the Township Committee eliminated some troublesome provisions of earlier proposals, including a ban on future breeders and kennels and pet […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/nj-alert-amended-shamong-ordinance-still-features-ownership-breeding-limits/
| October 30, 2018
Legislative Alerts
Atlanta, GA to Consider Limits on Consumer Choice, Barking Dog Laws on October 23
The City of Atlanta’s Public Safety & Legal Administration Committee is scheduled to vote on an ordinance to on Tuesday, October 23, that would restrict sourcing of animals to pet stores. Instead, they would only be allowed to provide animals from shelters or rescues. Even if you do not personally provide dogs to pet stores, […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/atlanta-ga-consider-limits-consumer-choice-barking-dog-laws-october-23/
| October 19, 2018
Legislative Alerts
RI Update: Cumberland Town Council Holds Item Requiring Breeder Permits that Limit Where Breeding is Permitted
Last evening, the Cumberland (RI) Town Council decided to delay consideration of changes to their animal ordinance, providing the Board with more time to discuss the impact and for the Chief of Police to personally attend and testify on the record. As currently worded, item # 18-22A would remove an originally-proposed exemption from the breeder […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/ri-update-cumberland-town-council-holds-item-requiring-breeder-permits-limit-breeding-permitted/
| October 19, 2018
Legislative Alerts
IN: Noble County to Vote on Breeder Restrictions, Other Animal Control Laws on October 22
Noble County Commissioners are expected to vote on Monday, October 22, on two proposals that would have a direct impact on dog owners who reside or participate in events in the county – including a proposal that would restrict virtually all breeding in the county. If you live in Noble County or participate in dog […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/noble-county-vote-breeder-restrictions-animal-control-laws-october-22/
| October 18, 2018