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Legislative Alerts
New Jersey Action Alert: Another Bill Impacting Breeders Set for Assembly Vote on Thursday, March 16
AKC asks all dog owners and breeders in New Jersey to contact their Assembly member and Assembly Speaker Prieto and respectfully urge opposition to A.2338 until the concerns outlined below are addressed.
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/new-jersey-action-alert-another-bill-impacting-breeders-set-for-assembly-vote-on-thursday-march-16/
| March 13, 2017
Expert Advice: News
Congratulations to the First Set of 2017 Paw of Courage Recipients
We are honored to announce the first set of 2017 AKC Paw of Courage awards to recognize the working canines that put their lives on the line every day to keep our communities safe. This award specifically recognizes those who are serving or have served their departments honorably. “These selfless canines prove their devotion time […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/2017-paw-of-courage-recipients/
| March 10, 2017
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
5 Reasons to Love the Field Spaniel
Although one of the earliest breeds to be registered with the AKC, the Field Spaniel almost faded into obscurity prior to the 1960s. And that would be a shame because this is one terrific dog. In the field, he’s known for endurance and energy, equally adept on land or water. But where the Field Spaniel […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/5-reasons-to-love-the-field-spaniel/
| March 10, 2017
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Meet the Loyal and Intelligent Cesky Terrier
The short-legged but muscular Cesky Terrier is relatively rare in the United States, with less than 600 dogs to be found in the country. These fairly small terriers are sensitive and full of energy, but are not quite as excitable as some other terrier breeds. Cesky is pronounced "chess-key" after the breed’s country of origin, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/9-facts-about-the-cesky-terrier/
| March 9, 2017
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Dedicated to Health & Education – Hear from a Bred with H.E.A.R.T. Breeder
Laura Haas has loved bringing puppies into the world for as long as she can remember. As a child through young adulthood, she helped her family with their hobby of breeding German Shepherd Dogs. She stopped the endeavor after she married and started raising a family of her own. But an encounter with a new […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/akc-bred-with-heart-breeder-laura-haas/
| March 9, 2017
![siberian pups chalkboard](https://www.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/siberian-pups-chalkboard-400x267.jpg)
Expert Advice: Government Relations
Latest In Session Legislative Policy Newsletter Now Online
Check out the Winter 2017 edition of AKC’s In Session newsletter, the quarterly legislative policy newsletter for members of Congress, state legislators and their staff! In this issue, we highlight the difference between animal welfare and animal rights. We also highlight the good works being done by AKC Reunite and the AKC Canine Health Foundation […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/latest-in-session-legislative-policy-newsletter-now-online/
| March 9, 2017
Legislative Alerts
Ohio: St Clairsville to Consider Breed Restrictions on March 20
The St. Clairsville (Ohio) City Council, will be voting on March 20 on proposed breed restrictions in order to address vicious dog concerns in the city.
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/ohio-st-clairsville-to-consider-breed-restrictions-on-march-20/
| March 9, 2017
Expert Advice: Breeding Tips & Best Practices
AKC Pet Insurance’s Top Puppy Insurance Claims of 2016
Responsible breeders do everything they can to keep their puppies safe and healthy from before they were born until the day they leave their kennel. Around 8 to 12 weeks old, the puppies depart from their breeder, and their new lives begin in their meticulously, hand-picked homes. By discerningly choosing the right family for each […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/top-puppy-insurance-claims-2016/
| March 8, 2017
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Meet the Rare and Versatile Chinook
A relatively rare breed, the Chinook is an all-purpose sled dog developed for drafting and sled dog racing. This is an athletic breed that is equally at home on the trail or cuddling on the couch with his human family. Here are seven interesting facts about this dignified and affectionate dog. 1. The official state […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/7-facts-chinook/
| March 8, 2017
![Best of Breed: GCHS CH Kan Sing's Ambrier's Manaslu V. Altnaharra, Tibetan Spaniel; Non-Sporting Group judging at the 2016 AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin in Orlando, FL.](https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn-origin-etr.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/30094131/ANC2016-Conformation-Non_Sporting-Group-David-0E9A7806-400x267.jpg)
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
7 Things You Didn’t Know About the Tibetan Spaniel
The Tibetan Spaniel, or Tibbie, as they are affectionately called, is sometimes described as a large dog in the body of a small dog. Tibbies are active, alert, and eager to please. Most importantly, they love to spend time with their owners. Here are some more interesting facts about the Tibetan Spaniel. 1. They Aren't […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/7-facts-tibetan-spaniel/
| March 8, 2017