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Legislative Alerts
Riverside, CA, to Host Workshop on Amendments to City’s Animal Ordinances
Tomorrow, the City of Riverside's Planning Commission will host a workshop to review and provide input on potential changes to the City's ordinances regarding the keeping and sales of animals.
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/riverside-ca-to-host-workshop-on-amendments-to-citys-animal-ordinances/
| March 8, 2017
Legislative Alerts
Montana: Committee Vote on Overreaching Pet Breeder Bill Scheduled for March 9
House Bill 570 seeks to establish licensing, inspections, regulations, fees, and penalties for dog and cat breeders.
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/montana-committee-vote-on-overreaching-pet-breeder-bill-scheduled-for-march-9/
| March 7, 2017
Legislative Alerts
NJ: Action Needed Now ‘ Senate Likely to Vote on Senate Bill 3041 Monday, March 13
As expected, the New Jersey Senate Economic Growth Committee approved Senate Bill 3041 at its meeting on Monday, March 6. The bill is now likely to be considered and voted on by the full Senate on Monday, March 13.
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/nj-action-needed-now-senate-likely-to-vote-on-senate-bill-3041-monday-march-13/
| March 7, 2017
Expert Advice: News
AKC Canine Health Foundation Awards First Research Grant Through the Comparative Brain Tumor Consort
The AKC Canine Health Foundation, a nonprofit organization whose mission is to prevent, treat and cure diseases in all dogs, is pleased to announce that it has awarded the first research grant through the Comparative Brain Tumor Consortium (CBTC). The CBTC was launched at the National Institutes of Health by a group of clinicians and […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/chf-awards-first-research-grant/
| March 6, 2017
Expert Advice: Basic Training
The Benefits of AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Training Classes
You’ve brought your new puppy home, purchased the right food, a leash and collar, and all other the essentials you’ve been told you need. But what’s next? You’ve heard that it’s important to get your new dog off to a good start, but you’re not exactly sure what that means. Experienced dog owners can tell […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/akc-star-puppy-training/
| March 6, 2017
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Expert Advice: Government Relations
Understanding the Difference between Animal Rights and Animal Welfare
In last November’s election, we saw a fair amount of misuse of the term “animal rights” and even outright support for “animal rights” by candidates that otherwise seemed to support the human-animal connection, kindness to animals, and proper care of animals based on sound science. Policymakers know semantics matter. We urge every policymaker and their […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/difference-between-animal-rights-animal-welfare/
| March 6, 2017
Press Releases
The American Kennel Club Announces First Set of 2017 AKC Paw of Courage Awards
The American Kennel Club (AKC®), the world’s largest purebred dog registry and leading advocate for dogs, is 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 […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/the-american-kennel-club-announces-first-set-of-2017-akc-paw-of-courage-awards/
| March 6, 2017
Expert Advice: Feature
The Joy Ride Is Just Beginning, and This PTSD Veteran Is All Smiles Now
She radiates joy, but it’s her fighting spirit that defines the heart of a 13-week-old German Wirehaired Pointer that is about to embark on a coast-to-coast flight to a new home. Appropriately, Joy is her name. And, adds her breeder, Laura Reeves, of Grants Pass, Ore., “This is the case of the right dog at […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/veteran-with-ptsd-finds-joy-in-dogs/
| March 3, 2017
Expert Advice: Cute & Funny
Meet Xander the Bandit: the Newfie that Was Caught Red-Pawed
Although GCHS Oceano Darbydale’s Xecutive Decision (affectionately known as Xander) is entering the ring at the Beverly Hills Dog Show this weekend for the first time, he’s already accustomed to winning big—especially at the expense of his owner. The Newfoundland, though a member of the Working Group, decided early on that he shouldn’t have to […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/xander-the-newfie/
| March 3, 2017
Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Is the Black and Tan Coonhound Right for You?
If you’re a hunter, you know what an asset the rugged Black and Tan Coonhound is in the field. If you’ve never hunted in your life, you know the breed as your best home companion, ready to sprawl on the sofa with you at a moment’s notice. This all-American scenthound is truly a dog for […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/black-and-tan-coonhound-right-for-you/
| March 3, 2017