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Expert Advice: Fun Facts
How to Convince Your Parents to Get a Dog: Tips for a Successful Conversation
"The best way to get a puppy is to beg for a baby brother — and they'll settle for a puppy every time." That one-liner by Winston Pendelton is one way to convince mom and dad to get a dog. However, if you really want to add a canine companion to your family, there are […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/how-to-convince-your-parents-to-get-a-dog/
| June 15, 2018
Clubs & Delegates
State Issues January 2017
Here are some highlights of state-level issues AKC GR is currently tracking. Visit the 2017 Legislation Tracking page and click on your state to get the latest updates on state bills monitored by the AKC. Alabama — Senate Bill 17 seeks to create the “Alabama Dog and Cat Breeders Commission” with authority to license dog and cat breeders in the […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/taking-command-january-2017/state-issues-january-2017/
| June 15, 2018
Clubs & Delegates
Federal Issues January 2018
The AKC Government Relations team continues to monitor Congress for issues of interest to dog owners. Visit our 2018 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: […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/taking-command-january-2018/federal-issues-january-2018/
| June 14, 2018
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeding
Choosing the Best Homes for Your Puppies
As a breeder, it may feel like you are extending your family with each puppy that moves on to a new owner. Finding the perfect home, however, can be tricky. Knowing the right questions to ask and picking up on warning signs can ensure a happy life for every puppy in your litter. Interviews: Asking […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/finding-homes-for-puppies/
| June 14, 2018
Clubs & Delegates
State Issues March 2015
Here are some highlights of state-level issues AKC GR is currently tracking. Visit the 2015 Legislation Tracking page and click on your state to get the latest updates on state bills monitored by the AKC. Alabama — House Bill 261 seeks to restrict tethering of dogs and to establish minimum outdoor enclosure requirements of 100 square feet for up to […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/taking-command-march-2015/state-issues-march-2015/
| June 14, 2018
Clubs & Delegates
Tales from the Trenches: Help Prevent Bad Dog Law
Guest columnist Patricia Johnson has bred, handled, and owned Best In Show Boston Terriers for 35 years. She is an AKC Breeder of Merit, an “AKC Gazette” breed columnist for Boston Terriers, served on her local animal advisory board for 9 years, and authored a pet disaster plan for her city. She owns Pat’s Grooming […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/taking-command-march-2015/tales-from-the-trenches-help-prevent-bad-dog-law/
| June 14, 2018
Clubs & Delegates
State Issues – February 2018
Here are some highlights of state-level issues AKC GR is currently tracking. Visit the 2018 Legislation Tracking page and click on your state to get the latest updates on state bills monitored by the AKC. Alabama – HB 277/SB 232 would establish the procedure by which a dog can be declared dangerous and would require the euthanization […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/taking-command-february-2018/state-issues-february-2018/
| June 14, 2018
Clubs & Delegates
Federal Issues – February 2018
The AKC Government Relations team continues to monitor Congress for issues of interest to dog owners. Visit our 2018 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/taking-command-february-2018/federal-issues-february-2018/
| June 14, 2018
Clubs & Delegates
State Issues March 2017
Here are some highlights of state-level issues AKC GR is currently tracking. Visit the 2017 Legislation Tracking page and click on your state to get the latest updates on state bills monitored by the AKC. Alabama — Senate Bill 17 /House Bill 45 would create the “Alabama Dog and Cat Breeders Commission” with authority to license, regulate, and inspect dog and […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/taking-command-march-2017/state-issues-march-2017/
| June 14, 2018
Clubs & Delegates
State Issues April 2017
Here are some highlights of state-level issues AKC GR is currently tracking. Visit the 2017 Legislation Tracking page and click on your state to get the latest updates on state bills monitored by the AKC. Alabama — Senate Bill 17 /House Bill 45 would create the “Alabama Dog and Cat Breeders Commission” with authority to license, regulate, and inspect dog and […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/taking-command-april-2017/state-issues-april-2017/
| June 14, 2018