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Chairman's Reports
June 2007 Chairman’s Report
Last month in my Chairman's Report I reported on a pending threat to purebred dog ownership in California: Assembly Bill 1634 would require the mandatory spay or neuter of dogs 4 months or older unless an intact dog permit is purchased through local authorities. Should this bill become law, I fear it could be a […]
https://www.akc.org/chairmans-reports/2007-06/
| June 11, 2007
Legislative Alerts
Oppose Overreaching NJ Proposal!
The American Kennel Club is alarmed by the provisions of New Jersey Assembly Bill 2649. The proposal attempts to replace New Jersey's already comprehensive and reasonable animal cruelty laws and humane care standards with an unnecessary, confusing, and haphazard system that will not only affect the health of the general public, but will also threaten […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/oppose-overreaching-nj-proposal/
| June 7, 2007
Press Releases
AKC Introduces Online Record Keeping
The American Kennel Club® is pleased to announce that Online Record Keeping, a new service for breeders of AKC® registered litters and dogs, is now available. Any breeder with a My AKC account now has access to this free service, which provides a centralized area to manage and maintain dog and litter records online. "We […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-introduces-online-record-keeping/
| June 5, 2007
Press Releases
AKC and Better Business Bureau Warn Consumers to Be Wary of Puppy Scams
-- Longing for a Canine Companion? Don’t Get Conned! -- New York, NY – The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) and the Council of Better Business Bureaus (CBBB) are warning consumers about scams targeting unsuspecting puppy buyers. Both the AKC and the CBBB have recently received a number of reports from consumers throughout the nation […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-and-better-business-bureau-warn-consumers-to-be-wary-of-puppy-scam/
| May 29, 2007
Chairman's Reports
May 2007 Chairman’s Report
Since February we have been waging a legislative battle against California Assembly Bill 1634 which would require mandatory spaying/neutering for all dogs over 4 months of age unless the owner qualifies for and purchases an intact dog permit through the local authorities. This would mean that those wishing to keep their dogs intact would be […]
https://www.akc.org/chairmans-reports/2007-05/
| May 8, 2007
Press Releases
AKC Calls On All Dog Organizations to Spread Responsible Dog Ownership Message This September
Annual AKC Responsible Dog Ownership Day Encompasses Hundreds of Events and is "A Breed Apart" Each year, the American Kennel Club® (AKC®) calls on clubs and dog related organizations from around the country to participate in AKC Responsible Dog Ownership Day, a nationwide initiative that educates the general public about the importance of being […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-calls-on-all-dog-organizations-to-spread-responsible-dog-ownership/
| April 30, 2007
Legislative Alerts
CA AB 1634 – Action Alert
Since the introduction of CA AB 1634, a bill that makes spay/neuter mandatory for all dogs over 4 months unless the owner qualifies for an intact dog permit, AKC has been actively involved in an opposition campaign. We thank the many individuals and clubs and organizations who have joined our opposition and sent letters, e-mails […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/ca-ab-1634-action-alert/
| April 12, 2007
Chairman's Reports
April 2007 Chairman’s Report
The Awards for Canine Excellence (ACE) reaches out to the public in a compelling way like no other AKC awards program. It's about more than great dogs and dedicated people, it's about their relationship with each other. And it's more than an award, it's a celebration of that extraordinary canine-human bond that exists between no […]
https://www.akc.org/chairmans-reports/2007-04/
| April 10, 2007
Legislative Alerts
Introduction of Tethering Bills in Multiple States
The Canine Legislation Department is currently monitoring numerous state bills proposing laws that would ban, restrict, or limit the practice of tethering dogs. AKC recognizes that under certain circumstances, responsible tethering is an appropriate method of containing a dog. As many of these bills severely restrict a dog owner’s right to responsibly tether an animal, many […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/introduction-of-tethering-bills-in-multiple-states/
| April 3, 2007
Press Releases
Anticipated Release of ‘Firehouse Dog’ Prompts AKC to Send Message to Potential Dog Owners
Dog Experts Say Researching Breeds and Finding a Responsible Breeder Puts Your Pet in a Leading Role in Your Family New York, NY — In anticipation of the April 4, 2007 release of the family comedy Firehouse Dog, the American Kennel Club® reminds moviegoers about the importance of making careful, educated decisions when considering adding […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/anticipated-release-of-the-movie-firehouse-dog-prompts-akc-to-remind-p/
| April 2, 2007
Press Releases
Swedish Vallhund, Beauceron Eligible For AKC Registration
--Both Breeds To Compete In Herding Group-- The Swedish Vallhund and Beauceron became eligible for American Kennel Club® registration on March 1, 2007 and will compete in the Herding Group at shows held on and after June 27, 2007. The Beauceron is an old, distinct breed closely related to the longhaired Briard. They […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/swedish-vallhund-beauceron-eligible-for-akc-registration/
| March 19, 2007
Legislative Alerts
UPDATE: MN Dog and Cat Breeders Act Pulled from Agenda
Please be advised that Minnesota HF 1046, the Dog and Cat Breeders Act, has been pulled from today's agenda for the House Public Safety and Criminal Justice Committee. The bill was to be considered at 6:30PM today. The Canine Legislation Department will continue to monitor legislative activities in Minnesota, and will advise as developments warrant. […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/update-mn-dog-and-cat-breeders-act-pulled-from-agenda/
| March 15, 2007
Press Releases
AKC Announces Board of Directors Election Results
-- Kenneth A. Marden Elected; Dr. Patricia H. Haines and Patti L. Strand Re-Elected; Ronald H. Menaker and David C. Merriam Re-Elected as Chairman and Vice Chairman Respectively -- The Annual Meeting of the AKC Delegates took place on March 13, 2007. Kenneth A. Marden, Delegate from the German Shorthaired Pointer Club of America, […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-announces-board-of-directors-election-results-3/
| March 14, 2007
Chairman's Reports
March 2007 Chairman’s Report
The American Kennel Club is the only purebred dog registry which mandates both registration as well as care and condition quality control standards enforced through ongoing rigorous inspections of AKC Breeders. In 1991, the AKC’s Compliance Department came into its own, going beyond the complaint-based system of investigations to mandatory inspection for certain AKC breeders. […]
https://www.akc.org/chairmans-reports/2007-03/
| March 13, 2007
Legislative Alerts
Mandator Spay/Neuter Bill In New Mexico Dies
Representative Gutierrez’s office has confirmed that HB 1106, the Pet Owner Responsibility Act will not move forward this session. Congratulations to the fanciers and concerned dog owners who took the time to educate their legislators about this important issue. New Mexico Bill to Make Spay and Neuter Mandatory [Wednesday, February 14, 2007 New Mexico […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/mandator-spay-neuter-bill-in-new-mexico-dies/
| March 9, 2007
Legislative Alerts
Statewide Spay and Neuter Bill Introduced in California Legislature
California Assemblyman Lloyd Levine introduced the "California Healthy Pets Act" (AB 1634) on Friday, February 23rd. This proposed legislation will require that all cats and dogs over the age of four months must be spayed or neutered unless the owner acquires an intact animal permit. Failure to comply with the provisions of the bill carries […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/statewide-spay-and-neuter-bill-introduced-in-california-legislature/
| March 5, 2007
Press Releases
First-Time Nominee AKC Family Dog Wins DWAA’s Best All-Breed Magazine Honor
- AKC Publications Garner 5 Additional Awards - The American Kennel Club® is proud to announce that the Dog Writer's Association of America (DWAA) honored AKC Family Dog with its "Best All-Breed Magazine" award. This year was the publication's first nomination for the award. In addition, the AKC Gazette won three awards at the DWAA […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/first-time-nominee-akc-family-dog-wins-dwaas-best-all-breed-magazine-h/
| February 28, 2007
Press Releases
Health, Love and Happiness Most Important to Dog Owners Reveals AKC 21st Century Dog Owners Study
-- Forget the Antioxidants; Trust Fido for a Long Life -- The American Kennel Club is pleased to announce the release of the first-ever AKC 21st Century Dog Owners Study, focusing on the behaviors, attitudes and purchasing habits of dog owners. Of the 750 AKC respondents* — a majority of whom were female — […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/health-love-and-happiness-most-important-to-dog-owners-reveals-akc-21s/
| February 12, 2007
Legislative Alerts
UPDATE: Sponsor Confirms Indiana Breeders Bill Will Not Move Forward In Current Form
Representative Trent VanHaaften today confirmed that House Bill 1607 will not move forward in its present form. This bill would have imposed requirements on breeders who either sold one dog for profit per year or breeders who sold six or more dogs per year. Rep. VanHaaften has indicated that he will welcome constructive input in […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/update-sponsor-confirms-indiana-breeders-bill-will-not-move-forward-in/
| February 7, 2007
Press Releases
First Ever AKC Educational Match Offers Triangle Dog Owners the Chance to Explore AKC Events
-- Learn How to Handle, Groom and Show Your Dog -- The American Kennel Club® is offering an opportunity for dog owners in the Raleigh area to learn how to get involved in AKC-sanctioned events. On February 24, 2007, the AKC® will host the first "AKC Educational Match" at Dorton Arena at the North […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/first-ever-akc-educational-match-offers-triangle-dog-owners-the-chance/
| February 5, 2007