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2008 AKC RESPONSIBLE DOG OWNERSHIP DAY

Dear Dog Lover:

We hope you will join us in September 2008 as the AKC invites and encourages all dog and pet-related organizations to commemorate AKC Responsible Dog Ownership Day by holding a community event that publicly promotes responsible dog ownership anytime during the month.

The AKC will be hosting our own events in New York City on Saturday, September 20, 2008 at Madison Square Park and Raleigh, NC on Saturday, September 27, 2008 at the North Carolina State Fairgrounds. These flagship events will highlight the AKC programs and services that support responsible dog ownership and publicize to news media and the dog loving community that events are being held across the country by organizations such as yours.

Please click here to register your event

Some suggestions to help commemorate AKC Responsible Dog Ownership Day include:

• ID clinic- Hold an AKC/CAR microchip clinic
• Rescue information booth
• Health clinic/health screen testing/First Aid for dogs
• Meet the breeds/Find the right dog for you
• Obedience/Agility/Rally/Performance demonstrations
• Therapy/SAR Dog or Police K9 Unit demonstrations
• "AKC Safety Around Dogs" for kids presentations (in-school or for children's groups)
• A kids contest with awards for best drawings, photos or essays about dogs
• AKC Canine Good Citizen test (requires additional kit purchase)
• Seek sponsorships or donated items from local businesses to be raffled or for contest prizes
• Raise money to donate/dedicate needed items to local dog park/runs (pooper scoopers, bulletin boards, water fountains, etc.)
• Fundraising events for AKC Canine Health Foundation
• Write a letter to the editor of your local newspapers
• Obtain a proclamation from your Governor, Mayor etc.

Last year, more than 380 dog clubs and other organizations hosted events reaching millions of dog lovers and potential pet owners through extensive media coverage. We hope you will take advantage of this opportunity to interact with the public and gain positive exposure for your club, breed and the AKC. Your participation will help this worthwhile program continue to gain momentum each year, benefiting dogs and dog owners everywhere!

Please feel free to contact us with any questions or comments.

Sincerely,

Lisa Peterson
Director, Club Communications
212-696-8343
Communications@akc.org