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Press Releases
AKC Director of Judging Operations Peter Gaeta Retires
The American Kennel Club® announced today that Director of Judging Operations, Peter Gaeta will retire on March 2, 2009. Gaeta joined AKC in 1999 as an Executive Field Representative in the Fort Worth-Dallas area. In July 2005 he was promoted to Director of Judging Operations and began working in the Raleigh AKC Operations Center. "Peter’s […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-director-of-judging-operations-peter-gaeta-retires/
| February 26, 2009
Legislative Alerts
UPDATE: Indiana Breeders’ Restrictions Bill Passes House of Representatives
The Indiana House of Representatives has passed House Bill 1468, which imposes limits on dog ownership and labels anyone who sells five dogs a year a "pet dealer". This bill is being advertised as a solution to "puppy mills" in the state. The AKC agrees that kennels with deplorable conditions must never be tolerated; however, […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/update-indiana-breeders-restrictions-bill-passes-house-of-representati/
| February 24, 2009
Legislative Alerts
Oregon Breeders Bill to be Considered Today, Mon., Feb. 23rd!
Oregon House Bill 2470 will be considered by the House Consumer Protection Committee today, Monday, February 23, at 3 PM in House Room E at the Capitol, 900 Court Street NE, Salem, 97301. The bill, part of a national agenda aimed at severely limiting the responsible breeding of dogs, does not address the needs of […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/oregon-breeders-bill-to-be-considered-today-mon-feb-23rd/
| February 23, 2009
Press Releases
American Kennel Club Offers New Training Program to Make Your Puppy the S.T.A.R. of the Community
The arrival of a new puppy is an exciting time for any household. But what happens if your cute, cuddly pup turns into a chewing, barking, digging, and eating machine? Before long it becomes clear that your new arrival means there's a lot for you to do, and even more for him to learn. To […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/american-kennel-club-offers-new-training-program-to-make-your-puppy-th/
| February 23, 2009
Legislative Alerts
Oregon Breeders Bill to be Considered Mon., Feb. 23rd!
Oregon House Bill 2470 will be considered by the House Consumer Protection Committee on Monday, February 23, at 3 PM in House Room E at the Capitol, 900 Court Street NE, Salem, 97301. The bill, part of a national agenda aimed at severely limiting the responsible breeding of dogs, does not address the needs of […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/oregon-breeders-bill-to-be-considered-mon-feb-23rd/
| February 19, 2009
Legislative Alerts
UPDATE: Illinois Breeders Bill and Crop/Dock Bill to be Redrafted
Although both Senate Bill 139, the crop/dock bill, and House Bill 198, a breeder regulation bill, were to be heard in committee this week, both bills have been removed from their respective agendas and we expect them to be significantly rewritten. Further, House Bill 198 is unlikely to move at all. Instead, the companion bill, […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/update-illinois-breeders-bill-and-crop-dock-bill-to-be-redrafted/
| February 19, 2009
Legislative Alerts
URGENT: Oklahoma Measure Would Restrict Movement of Breeders and Allow for Unreasonable Search and
The AKC is extremely concerned about provisions in Oklahoma House Bill 1332, as written, and urges all Oklahoma dog fanciers, owners and breeders to contact their representatives to express their concerns. The AKC promotes responsible dog ownership, responsible breeding practices, enforcement of cruelty laws, reasonable inspection programs and nuisance regulations. However, HB 1332 does not […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/urgent-oklahoma-measure-would-restrict-movement-of-breeders-and-allow/
| February 17, 2009
Legislative Alerts
UPDATE: Indiana Breeders’ Restrictions Bill Heading to a Floor Vote
The Indiana House of Representatives will soon be voting on House Bill 1468, which imposes limits on dog ownership and labels anyone who sells five dogs a year as a "pet dealer". The American Kennel Club and its members agree with the sponsor and supporters of this bill that animal cruelty is deplorable. Dogs should […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/update-indiana-breeders-restrictions-bill-heading-to-a-floor-vote/
| February 17, 2009
Legislative Alerts
UPDATED: Hearing Set for IL Breeder Licensing Bill
HB 198 was pulled from the agenda on February 10th, but is now scheduled for a hearing on February 19th at 2pm. The AKC Government Relations department will provide an update after the hearing on our website and will have an alert available at our booth at the International Kennel Club show. Illinois Alert! […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/updated-hearing-set-for-il-breeder-licensing-bill/
| February 15, 2009
Legislative Alerts
UPDATED: Hearing Set for IL Crop/Dock Bill
SB 139 is scheduled for a hearing in the Agriculture and Conservation Committee for February 18th at 1pm in Room 409 of the State Capitol. Please contact the committee members and the author to express your concerns. The AKC Government Relations department will provide an update after the hearing on our website and will have an alert […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/updated-hearing-set-for-il-crop-dock-bill/
| February 15, 2009