Here are some highlights of state and federal regulatory issues AKC GR recently addressed.  Visit AKC’s Regulatory Resource Center for more information on these and other significant regulatory issues addressed by AKC Government Relations. Federal – The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced that it is soliciting comments from the public on the use of antimicrobial […]

AKC Government Relations continues to monitor the US Congress for issues of interest to dog owners. Visit our 2022 Legislation Tracking map and click on “Federal Bills” 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 level include:  U.S. […]

Success. It’s what everyone wants to achieve and at AKC, our success depends on the integrity of our registry and the ongoing work of thousands of breeders nationwide. AKC puppy buyers want assurance their new family member has been raised with appropriate care and in appropriate conditions. This is a lofty goal with so many […]

Update: Wednesday, February 23, 2022 Minnesota House File 208 has been scheduled for consideration by the House State Government Finance and Elections Committee this Friday, February 25.  Concerned Minnesota residents who have not already contacted the committee to express concerns are strongly encouraged to do so today.  To submit written testimony, please email Amanda Rudolph, […]

The Council of the District of Columbia’s Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety will conduct a public hearing on Monday, February 28, 2022, at 1:30 pm, regarding proposed amendments to the Animal Care and Control Act. Among other provisions, B24-0560 addresses the issue of animals that are seized and the costs of their care during […]

The California Legislature has introduced several bills with the potential to impact dog owners.  AKC Government Relations is in contact with the authors of critical bills and is working to ensure the best interest of responsible dog owners is protected. While no action is essential at this time, California dog owners are encouraged to make […]

It is not surprising that winter is the leading time for home and kennel fires. At the first signs of a winter cold snap, after an “arctic” cold front, or following an unusually cold period, we often hear devastatingly bad news about a home, business and/or kennel fire. The loss of a home, business or […]

Do you need to transfer your new dog’s ownership into your name?  Do you want to do that without having to take a trip to the mailbox? Check out AKC Online Certificate Transfers! Breeders and owners no longer have to write checks and mail documents, then wait for processing. The online transfer process is part […]

Puppies need several trips to the vet for regular care and vaccinations before they go to their forever homes, and those trips get more exciting as they grow. Tractor Supply Company has a crate that will make getting them there easier for everyone. The Petmate 2-Door Top Load Kennel has a top-entry that allows for […]

When Carla Repko was younger, she and her brother would beg and beg their parents for a dog and were sadly unsuccessful with each attempt. So naturally, when she bought her first house, the first thing she did was get a dog: a mixed breed named Artoo. While his behavior was great in the first […]