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Press Releases AKC Approves Three New Dog Breeds
  The American Kennel Club has announced that effective May 1, 2004, the Black Russian Terrier and the Neapolitan Mastiff have been granted regular status as AKC-recognized breeds and are eligible for competition in the Working Group, effective July 1, 2004. In addition, the Glen of Imaal Terrier is approved for AKC registration as of […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-approves-three-new-dog-breeds/ | April 23, 2004
Legislative Alerts Updated: Final Draft of NC Legislation Released
On April 22nd, the North Carolina House Interim Committee on the Prevention and Disposition of Unwanted and Abandoned Companion Animals gave final approval to this legislation (see link below). The bill will next be introduced in the House of Representatives when it convenes on May 10th, where the measure will be assigned to a committee. […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/updated-final-draft-of-nc-legislation-released/ | April 23, 2004
Chairman's Reports April 2004 Chairman’s Report
For 17 years, New York City has hosted Fleet Week, America’s Premier “thank you” to the brave men and women of the armed forces who serve our nation.  This year, Fleet Week is hosted by the Intrepid Foundation, the City of New York, The US Navy and the Fleet Week Executive Steering Committee. Fleet Week […]
https://www.akc.org/chairmans-reports/2004-04/ | April 12, 2004
Press Releases Fanciers: Apply to be Made-over on TV!
"Do you spend so much time grooming your dogs that there is not enough time left for you?" Well, here is your opportunity to be transformed! "A Makeover Story", which airs at noon and 12:30pm EST on TLC (The Learning Channel) has contacted the AKC Communications department and is seeking two active dog-show breeder/exhibitors to […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/fanciers-apply-to-be-made-over-on-tv/ | April 2, 2004
Legislative Alerts UPDATE: Massachusetts Breeder Licensing
The Massachusetts Federation of Dog Clubs and Responsible Dog Owners reports the following: On March 24, 2004, H4537 was voted out of the Steering Committee and sent to the House floor listed with low priority, not requiring a vote for approval. Rep. James Eldridge (D, Acton) blocked it so the next […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/update-massachusetts-breeder-licensing/ | March 26, 2004
Press Releases AKC Celebrates Irish Dog Breeds In Spirit Of St. Patrick’s Day
In honor of St. Patrick’s Day on Wednesday, March 17th, the American Kennel Club celebrates seven purebred dogs of Irish heritage that are AKC registrable or are in the AKC miscellaneous class. Additional information, including the full breed standards, links to Parent Club web sites and video clips of each breed, is available a this […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-celebrates-irish-dog-breeds-in-spirit-of-st-patricks-day/ | March 4, 2004
Legislative Alerts Dog Ownership Under Fire
In recent years, responsible dog owners across the country have faced an increasing threat to their right to own and breed dogs. The concept of replacing the term animal "owner" with "guardian" in city codes was first introduced in San Francisco several years ago by an extreme animal rights group. Since then, several cities and […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/dog-ownership-under-fire/ | February 24, 2004
Press Releases AKC Debuts Online Dog Registrations
The American Kennel Club is pleased to announce that as of February 23, 2004 individual Dog Registration Applications will be accepted online. This new service offers numerous benefits to both breeders and dog owners and follows the Online Litter Registration service launched by the AKC in October 2003. "This initiative marks another milestone in AKC […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-debuts-online-dog-registrations/ | February 23, 2004
Legislative Alerts North Carolina Considers Breeding Restrictions
Attention North Carolina dog owners and breeders! Last fall, North Carolina co-speaker of the House Jim Black established the House Interim Committee on the Prevention and Disposition of Unwanted and Abandoned Companion Animals. Its purpose was to evaluate the state's animal care and control laws. Specifically, the committee was charged with studying North Carolina's animal […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/north-carolina-considers-breeding-restrictions/ | February 23, 2004
Legislative Alerts West Virginia Considers Banning Debarking
Legislation (H4397) has been introduced in West Virginia that would prohibit debarking or surgical silencing of dogs. Violators would face fines of $400-$1,000 and/or up to six months in jail. H4397 has been referred to the House Judiciary Committee, and help is needed to defeat this misguided bill. Much misinformation exists about debarking of dogs. […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/west-virginia-considers-banning-debarking/ | February 19, 2004

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