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Press Releases
AKC Announces Staff Promotions
New York, NY — President and Chief Executive Officer, Dennis B. Sprung, announced today a number of executive promotions, as well as the hiring of a new manager in the Public Relations department. In his statement Sprung said, " I am proud of these employees for their outstanding performance and for the fact that […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-announces-staff-promotions/
| October 13, 2004
Legislative Alerts
BSL Introduced in New Jersey
Following the recent defeat of proposed breeder regulations, New Jersey dog owners barely had time to catch their breaths before Senator Sharpe James, who is also Mayor of Newark, introduced the "Responsible Pit Bull Ownership Act" (S1718) late last week. S1718 Would Allow a Municipality To: Require a special license for all "pit bulls" ($150-700)-including […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/bsl-introduced-in-new-jersey/
| June 24, 2004
Legislative Alerts
Attention MA Fanciers: Calls Needed Now!
The AKC has learned that Massachusetts's budget bill was sent to conference committee late last week. Thanks in large part to lobbying efforts by purebred dog fanciers, the Senate version of the bill does not appear to contain any language that will impact breeders. However, the House version does still include an amendment that would […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/attention-ma-fanciers-calls-needed-now/
| June 1, 2004
Legislative Alerts
Success for North Carolina Dog Owners
Sporting badges and patriotic ribbons to identify themselves as responsible animal owners, purebred dog fanciers, hunters, cat fanciers, and other concerned animal groups joined the American Kennel Club April 6 at a public hearing in Raleigh on proposed changes to the state's animal care and control laws. An impressive turnout of dog owners from every […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/success-for-north-carolina-dog-owners/
| April 12, 2004
Press Releases
AKC Announces Board of Directors Election Results
At the AKC Delegate Meeting on March 8, Dr. Thomas M. Davies, Walter F. Goodman and Ronald H. Menaker were re-elected to the AKC Board of Directors, Class of 2008. Ronald H. Menaker was re-elected Chairman of the Board and David C. Merriam was re-elected Vice-Chairman at a meeting of the AKC Board of […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-announces-board-of-directors-election-results-1/
| March 11, 2004
Legislative Alerts
NC Developments
As part of our efforts to protect the rights of responsible dog owners and breeders, the American Kennel Club is continuing its daily communication with North Carolina legislators. We have been told that thanks to overwhelming response from the purebred dog fancy, lawmakers have been made aware of our opposition to proposed breeding restrictions and […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/nc-developments/
| March 11, 2004
Legislative Alerts
URGENT: Attention NC Fanciers!
Following a recent telephone call from Co-Chairman Howard, the AKC is strongly urging purebred dog owners and clubs in North Carolina to refrain from submitting additional correspondence to members of the committee, including e-mails. We further believe that continued correspondence may actually hinder the progress we have made to date. North Carolina legislators have been […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/urgent-attention-nc-fanciers/
| March 10, 2004
Chairman's Reports
October 2003 Chairman’s Report
Engaged as we all are in the world of purebred dogs, it is often easy to forget that legislators¾whom we must call on to help us protect our rights as dog owners and breeders and to ensure the continuation of our sport¾may know little about the AKC and the fancy beyond the conformation shows they […]
https://www.akc.org/chairmans-reports/2003-10/
| October 13, 2003
Legislative Alerts
Federations: A Strong Voice for Dog Owners
Did you know that the American Kennel Club recognizes over 40 state and local federations, coalitions, and alliances? These hardworking organizations are made up of AKC-affiliated clubs and other concerned individuals who are interested in protecting and promoting the world of purebred dogs. They understand that by joining forces, they can wield a powerful voice […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/federations-a-strong-voice-for-dog-owners/
| June 2, 2003
Legislative Alerts
Federations: A Strong Voice for Dog Owners
Did you know that the American Kennel Club recognizes over 40 state and local federations, coalitions, and alliances? These hardworking organizations are made up of AKC-affiliated clubs and other concerned individuals who are interested in protecting and promoting the world of purebred dogs. They understand that by joining forces, they can wield a powerful voice […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/federations-strong-voice-dog-owners/
| June 2, 2003
Legislative Alerts
UPDATE RI: Fancy Meets with Legislators
UPDATE (March 21, 2003)—Rhode Island dog fanciers had a productive meeting with House Leader Gordon Fox this week regarding the “animal protection” bill (HB5817) that contains many troublesome provisions. Fox, who is a sponsor of HB5817, listened to the concerns expressed by the fancy and appears committed to addressing their many concerns. He will take […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/update-ri-fancy-meets-with-legislators/
| March 21, 2003