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Legislative Alerts
Did an Imported Rescue Dog Trigger CDC Action?
Last week, the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced the temporary suspension of the importation of dogs from countries classified as high risk for canine rabies, or of those arriving from countries not considered a high risk if the dogs have been in a high risk country during the previous six […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/imported-rescue-dog-trigger-cdc-action/
| June 21, 2021
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Expert Advice: Training for Dog Sports
How to Teach Your Dog to Weave Through Your Legs
One of the more impressive dog tricks is the leg weave. Although it takes coordination, this remarkable move is easier to train than you might think.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/teach-dog-leg-weave/
| June 21, 2021
Clubs & Delegates
State Issues – June 2021
News from the State Capitols Here are some highlights of state-level issues AKC GR is currently tracking. Alabama – HB 235, a bill supported by AKC GR, authorizes food service establishments to allow pet dogs in outdoor restaurant seating areas and sets out access, sanitation, and other requirements. It also specifies that emotional support animals […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/state-issues-june-2021/
| June 18, 2021
Clubs & Delegates
What’s New from Government Relations – June 2021
A hot topic in June is the announcement by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) that it is temporarily banning the importation of dogs from countries at high risk for canine rabies, effective July 14. American Kennel Club Government Relations quickly responded with a legislative alert on the issue and a blog […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/whats-new-government-relations-june-2021/
| June 18, 2021
Clubs & Delegates
Local Issues – June 2021
Issues at the City, County, and Metropolitan Levels, and in US 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 introduced […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/local-issues-june-2021/
| June 18, 2021
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Expert Advice: Basic Training
How to Break Up a Dog Fight
Dog fights are intense, dangerous, and scary. And when your beloved pet is involved, your instinct will be to step into the line of fire to rescue them. It's essential for your own safety and that of your dog that you know how to correctly recognize and break up a dog fight. Why Do Dogs […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/stopping-dog-fight-confrontation-fighting-dogs/
| June 18, 2021
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Expert Advice: Travel & Adventure
Taking Your Dog to the Beach: Tips & Safety
A visit to the beach is an ideal way to spend a summer day, and it can be tempting to take your dog along. But be aware the beach isn't the best option for all dogs. However, for the right dog, the beach can provide new sights, sounds, and smells to experience as well as […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/travel/tips-for-taking-dog-to-beach/
| June 17, 2021
![Bichon Frise sitting next to his owner while she picks up poop in the park.](https://www.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Bichon-Frise-sitting-next-to-his-owner-while-she-picks-up-poop-in-the-park-400x267.jpg)
Expert Advice: Home & Living
Is Dog Poop Compostable?
Is dog poop compostable? Not only is it environmentally friendly, but it is a simple, natural, and inexpensive fertilizer for plants.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/home-living/is-dog-poop-compostable/
| June 16, 2021
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Expert Advice: Training
Positive Reinforcement Dog Training: The Science Behind Operant Conditioning
Positive reinforcement training involves rewarding your dog for the things they do right. It's based on the science of animal learning.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/operant-conditioning-positive-reinforcement-dog-training/
| June 16, 2021
Legislative Alerts
Stamford, CT: Ask Committee to AMEND Proposed Tethering Ordinance
This Tuesday, June 22, the city of Stamford’s Legislative and Rules Committee has scheduled a public hearing at 7pm to receive input on a proposed tethering ordinance The committee made significant improvements to the original proposal over the past six months after receiving input from American Kennel Club Government Relations (AKC GR) and other stakeholders, […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/stamford-ct-ask-committee-amend-proposed-tethering-ordinance/
| June 16, 2021