Dogs give us so much: excitement when a favorite person arrives home, company on the couch at night, and full effort on the obedience or agility course. Give back to them by being a responsible dog owner and spreading the word to others. Join the American Kennel Club® (AKC®) and host an AKC Responsible Dog Ownership Days event this September.
“Sharing training tips, watching fun dog sports demos, learning proper canine care and more is what AKC Responsible Dog Ownership Days are all about,” said AKC spokesperson Lisa Peterson. “Hosting an RDO Day is a great way for AKC clubs and dog organizations to reach out and demonstrate what dogs and the people who love them bring to a community.”
View a photo slideshow of owners and dogs having fun at AKC Responsible Dog Ownership Days.
Host an Event: All efforts are appreciated and welcomed, from hosting a public education table at a dog show or dog run to creating a day-long festival. The first 600 clubs and organizations that register at www.akc.org/rdod by August 2, 2013 will receive a resource-filled packet with giveaways and brochures and a website listing. Nationwide events are sponsored by Motel 6 and The Hartford.
AKC Flagship RDO Day: AKC will host the flagship RDO Day September 21st in Raleigh, NC at the North Carolina State Fairgrounds. Activities scheduled include “My Dog Can Do That” where attendees can try agility, “Ask a Trainer” featuring the AKC GoodDog! Helpline training staff, microchipping for just $10, and more!
To learn more about AKC Responsible Dog Ownership Days and sign up to hold an event, please visit https://www.akc.org/clubs/rdod/ or contact Stephanie Smith at communications@akc.org. To participate in the Flagship Event in Raleigh, email NCRDODay@akc.org.