USDA Seeks Public Input on Recognizing Third Party Inspections
USDA is seeking input on recognizing inspections by third-party programs.
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/usda-seeks-public-input-on-recognizing-third-party-inspections/
| December 20, 2017
Forsyth Co. (GA): Hearing TOMORROW (12/7) on Permits for Groomers, Trainers, and Pet Care Employees
On Thursday, December 7, the Forsyth County Board of Commissioners is scheduled to hold a public hearing and possibly vote on a proposed ordinance that seeks to require 'animal handler permits' for employees of grooming, training, boarding, and other broadly-defined 'animal care facilities.'
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/forsyth-co-ga-hearing-tomorrow-12-7-on-permits-for-groomers-trainers-and-pet-care-employees/
| December 6, 2017
Ask Ohio Committee to Support Allowing Dogs in Outdoor Dining Areas on 11/28
The Ohio House of Representatives Economic Development, Commerce, and Labor Committee is scheduled to hold a public hearing on Tuesday, November 28, on a bill that would allow dogs in outdoor eating establishments, with permission from the business owner.
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/ask-ohio-committee-to-support-allowing-dogs-in-outdoor-dining-areas-on-11-28/
| November 22, 2017
Boone County Indiana Postpones Vote on Mandatory Spay Neuter
The Boone County (IN) Board of Commissioners postponed a vote on a bill that would mandate the spaying and neutering of all dogs owned by county residents by the year 2020.
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/boone-county-indiana-postpones-vote-on-mandatory-spay-neuter-2/
| November 21, 2017
Boone County Indiana Postpones Vote on Mandatory Spay Neuter
The Boone County (IN) Board of Commissioners postponed a vote on a bill that would mandate the spaying and neutering of all dogs owned by county residents by the year 2020.
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/boone-county-indiana-postpones-vote-on-mandatory-spay-neuter/
| November 21, 2017
Indiana Alert: Boone County to Consider Mandatory Spay Neuter on November 20
The Boone County (IN) Board of Commissioners is considering a proposal on Monday, November 20, that would mandate the spaying and neutering of all dogs owned by county residents by the year 2020.
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/indiana-alert-boone-county-to-consider-mandatory-spay-neuter-on-november-20/
| November 15, 2017
Hillsborough Co. (FL): Dog Trainer Ordinance Hearing Wednesday, 11/15 ‘ Take Action Today!
Citizens of Hillsborough County and dog trainers who have concerns about the proposed ordinance are encouraged to immediately contact Hillsborough County Commissioners to express your opposition, and to attend the meeting on November 15.
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/hillsborough-co-fl-dog-trainer-ordinance-hearing-wednesday-11-15-take-action-today/
| November 13, 2017
Hillsborough Co. (FL): Dog Trainer Regulation on Agenda TOMORROW, 11/1/17
On Wednesday, November 1, 2017, the Hillsborough County Commission is scheduled to discuss an ordinance that would regulate, require registration and licensing, and establish extensive record keeping requirements for certain dog trainers and dog training businesses in the county.
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/hillsborough-co-fl-dog-trainer-regulation-on-agenda-tomorrow-11-1-17/
| October 31, 2017
AKC SUBMITS FEEDBACK TO USDA APHIS ON POTENTIAL ANIMAL WELFARE ACT LICENSING CHANGES
Today, in response to its request for public feedback on a number of issues related to potential updates to Animal Welfare Act licensing requirements, the American Kennel Club (AKC) formally submitted its comments to the United States Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service.
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/akc-submits-feedback-to-usda-aphis-on-potential-animal-welfare-act-licensing-changes/
| October 30, 2017
Las Vegas, Nevada to Consider Reversing Pet Sales Restrictions
The Las Vegas, Nevada City Council is expected to consider reversing its pet sales restriction at its Wednesday, November 1st meeting. Area residents are strongly encouraged to contact the Las Vegas City Council to support Bill 2017-40, which would repeal the law prohibiting pet shops from selling or disposing of dogs, cats or potbellied pigs […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/las-vegas-nevada-to-consider-reversing-pet-sales-restrictions/
| October 26, 2017