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Expert Advice: Government Relations
Two Kentucky Lawmakers Receive AKC Legislator of the Year Awards
Frankfort, KY –The American Kennel Club (AKC) is pleased to announce that Kentucky State Senator Robin Webb and State Representative Tommy Turner are recipients of the AKC Legislator of the Year Award for 2016. “The American Kennel Club is pleased to honor Senator Webb and Representative Turner with our Legislator of the Year Award,” […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/ky-legislator-awards/
| February 9, 2017
Legislative Alerts
South Dakota Bill to Impose Additional Requirements On Commercial Breeding Operations
South Dakota House Bill 1159 seeks to impose additional requirements on and to establish additional inspections for commercial pet breeding operations in the state.
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/south-dakota-bill-to-impose-additional-requirements-on-commercial-breeding-operations/
| February 8, 2017
Expert Advice: News
Black Lab Credited With Saving Next-Door Neighbor’s Life
On January 17th, Marcia Allen of Bettendorf, Iowa collapsed in her backyard. She was suffering from a stroke and unable to get up or yell for help. Luckily for Allen, she had a doggie guardian angel watching out for her. His name is Mack and he's the Black Labrador Retriever who lives next-door to Allen. […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/black-lab-saves-neighbor/
| February 7, 2017
Expert Advice: Conformation
How Judges Learn to Evaluate a Newly Recognized Breed
Newly recognized American Kennel Club breeds are a major aspect of the buzz at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show presented by Purina® Pro Plan® each year. This year’s three newcomers reflect plenty of crowd-pleasing and judging diversity from just about every angle. The American Hairless Terrier developed in the United States in the early […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/judges-learn-new-breeds/
| February 7, 2017
Legislative Alerts
Pennsylvania to Consider Positive Consumer Protection Bill on Wednesday (2/8)
The Pennsylvania Senate Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure Committee is scheduled to consider a bill on Wednesday (February 8) that would make several changes to the commonwealth's consumer protection laws. The AKC believes that many of the changes in the bill as introduced are positive and would protect the rights of the seller and provide […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/pennsylvania-to-consider-positive-consumer-protection-bill-on-wednesday-2-8/
| February 7, 2017
Canine Partners
Sold for Drug Money as Pup, Ally Gains Great Home & Rally Career
Ally RAE CGC owned by Viki Smartt of Knoxville, TN In 2010, a friend of Viki’s spotted an addict trying to sell a young puppy on a street corner and immediately knew he had to help. The friend offered the man $4 as that was all he had in his wallet at the time. It […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/sold-for-drug-money-as-pup-ally-gains-great-home-rally-career/
| February 7, 2017
Expert Advice: Lifestyle
Greyhound Facts You May Not Know
Best known for their lightning-fast speed, Greyhounds are independent, gentle, and noble dogs. Here are some fun facts about this magnificent breed.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/fun-facts-greyhound/
| February 6, 2017
Expert Advice: Events
Fabulous Felines to Strut Their Stuff at AKC Meet the Breeds in NYC
AKC Meet the Breeds has gone to the...cats?! That's right. Fabulous felines are back in New York City as part of AKC Meet the Breeds presented by Purina® Pro Plan®. The Westminster Kennel Club, in conjunction with The International Cat Association, will offer Meet the Breeds, a family-friendly event where you can meet dog breeds […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/meet-the-dogs-and-cats-at-akc-meet-the-breeds-nyc/
| February 6, 2017
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Standard Schnauzer Facts You May Not Know
Learn fascinating Standard Schnauzer facts, including the function of their whiskers or beard, as well as how they came to America.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/fun-facts-standard-schnauzer/
| February 6, 2017
Legislative Alerts
Maryland Hearing on 2/7 to Consider Troublesome Expansion of Kennel Licensing Laws
The Maryland House Environment and Transportation Committee is scheduled to consider a bill on Tuesday, February 7, that will significantly expand who must obtain a local kennel license.
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/maryland-hearing-on-2-7-to-consider-troublesome-expansion-of-kennel-licensing-laws/
| February 3, 2017