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Canine Partners
AKC Canine Partners 10th Anniversary Series: Trailblazers
1st AKC Rally Champion: RACH Chloe Wild Child UDX OM1 BN VER RM3 RAE3 SWN SCNE SCA SIA SEA THD CGC TKA & Nancy Nelson of Manorville, NY A rescue group rescued Chloe from a kill shelter as a puppy. “When I adopted her, she was 6 months old and her rescue foster mom told […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/akc-canine-partners-10th-anniversary-series-trailblazers-5/
| April 9, 2020
Legislative Alerts
Georgia: Shelter-In-Place Order Pending, Ask Governor to Designate Pet Care Businesses as Essential
According to Governor Brian Kemp’s staff, an executive order will be issued tomorrow (4/3/20) that is anticipated to include shelter-in-place requirements. Georgia pet owners are urged to contact the governor’s office today and politely request that veterinarians and pet food/care businesses be designated as essential businesses/services and allowed to continue to operate subject to safe […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/georgia-shelter-place-order-pending-ask-governor-designate-pet-care-businesses-essential/
| April 2, 2020
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeding
Creativity & Critical Timing Are Key To Puppy Socialization
Nothing is more fun than introducing a litter of puppies to the world. Interactive playtime with balls, squeaky toys, climbing obstacles, and games of hide-and-seek helps puppies put their best paw forward on socialization. Add in children and seniors, backyards and basements, carpet and concrete, and puppies will be well on their way. Puppy socialization focuses on that sliver […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/creativity-and-timing-key-to-puppy-socialization/
| March 31, 2020
Clubs & Delegates
What’s New From GR March 2020
In these unprecedented times, the American Kennel Club Government Relations Department remains committed to ensuring that you and your dogs are protected. Although we have taken our operation remote, we are still available by phone (919-816-3720) and email (doglaw@akc.org), and we will continue to bring you the most up to date information, including whether you […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/whats-new-gr-march-2020/
| March 30, 2020
Clubs & Delegates
State Issues March 2020
State Issues: News from the State Capitols Here are some highlights of state-level issues AKC GR is currently tracking. Visit the 2020 Legislation Tracking page and click on your state to get the latest updates on state bills monitored by the AKC. Alabama – HB 209 seeks to authorize food service establishments to allow pet dogs in […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/state-issues-march-2020/
| March 30, 2020
Clubs & Delegates
Federal Issues March 2020
From Our Nation's Capitol AKC Government Relations team continues to monitor Congress for issues of interest to dog owners. Visit our 2020 Legislation Tracking page and click on “US Fed” on the map to get the latest updates on federal bills currently being monitored by the AKC. Highlights of issues we are currently addressing on the federal […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/federal-issues-march-2020/
| March 30, 2020
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Expert Advice: Vet's Corner
Pet Poison
Though everyone has been talking watching and reading about the current health issues, COVID-19, this month, we have to remind ourselves that dogs and cats don’t read the headlines. At this time while people are anxious, we may not be paying careful attention and our pets can still get into things that can be toxic. As […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/vets-corner/pet-poison/
| March 28, 2020
Legislative Alerts
Stay Up to Date with AKC GR’s COVID-19 Policy Resources Page
The COVID-19 outbreak and rapidly evolving policy responses are having a significant impact on the lives of dog owners around the country. The AKC Government Relations Department remains committed to keeping you up to date on the latest information impacting you and your dogs. Our new COVID-19 resources page in the AKC Legislative Action Center […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/stay-date-akc-grs-covid-19-policy-resources-page/
| March 27, 2020
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Expert Advice: Puppy Information
How to Introduce Puppies Into Homes With Senior Dogs
Considering adding a new puppy or new puppies to your family, with a senior dog already at home? There are certain precautions you'll need to take to maintain your older dog's mental and physical health during this time of transition. Here's what Dr. Jerry Klein, Chief Veterinary Officer for the American Kennel Club, offers as advice. Finding the […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/puppy-information/introducing-puppies-to-senior-dogs/
| March 26, 2020
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Expert Advice: Puppy Training
Is Now the Right Time to Get a Puppy? How to Prepare During COVID-19
Bringing home a new puppy is incredibly exciting. During the COVID-19 pandemic, more people than ever are looking to add a dog to their lives as they self isolate. Many puppy seekers wonder: is now the right time to get a puppy? The answer to that question differs from person to person. Were you prepared […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/preparing-for-a-new-puppy/
| March 26, 2020