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Legislative Alerts
Hawai’i Dog Bills to be Considered Tomorrow, Tuesday, February 13
Committees in the Hawai’i State Legislature are scheduled to consider dog-related bills on Tuesday, February 13, 2024. Hawai’i residents are encouraged to review the bills listed below and share concerns with the appropriate committee members. Senate Bill 2874 seeks to establish a non-refundable income tax credit for residential landlords who lease a unit to a […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/hawaii-dog-bills-considered-tomorrow-tuesday-february-13/
| February 12, 2024
Expert Advice: Feature
After a Tough Start to Life, Australian Shepherd “Leonidas” Becomes a Conformation, Service Dog
When he was born, he was struggling to survive. Now, Australian Shepherd "Leonidas" is a conformation dog and PTSD service dog.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/australian-shepherd-leonidas/
| February 9, 2024
Legislative Alerts
Tennessee Informational Alert: Bills Impacting Dogs in Committees Next Week
Three bills of interest to Tennessee dog owners are scheduled for committee hearings next week. HB 1635/SB 1595 seek to prohibit emotional support animals that are not trained or being trained to perform tasks for a person with a disability from being brought into indoor areas of food service establishments. While AKC supports this legislation […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/tennessee-informational-alert-bills-impacting-dogs-committees-next-week/
| February 8, 2024
Expert Advice: Conformation
Conformation 101: What is a Conformation Dog Show?
You may have seen dog shows on TV, but what exactly happens at a Conformation event? How are dogs judged, and how do they win?
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/conformation-101/
| February 7, 2024
Expert Advice: Health
Why Is My Dog Throwing Up White Foam?
Learn more about why your dog might be throwing up white foam, what it looks like, and when it is a cause for concern and merits a trip to the vet.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/dog-throwing-up-white-foam/
| February 6, 2024
Legislative Alerts
Colorado Information: Sponsor Announces that Dog Registration Bill Will Not Advance This Year
A bill that would have mandated a registration fee for all pets in Colorado will not move forward this year, according to a media announcement from the sponsor, Rep. Regina English. As introduced, House Bill 24-1163 would have imposed a mandatory registration fee on all pet owners for each pet they owned. With the registration, […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/colorado-information-sponsor-announces-dog-registration-bill-will-not-advance-year/
| February 5, 2024
Expert Advice: Dental Health
Rotten Dog Teeth: Signs, Symptoms and Treatments
Rotten dog teeth or cavities have the same cause in dogs as in humans. Although they're rare in dogs, it's important to know the signs and treatment.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/rotten-dog-teeth/
| February 5, 2024
Legislative Alerts
South Carolina: Support Bill that Prohibits Illegally Removing a Dog’s Collar
UPDATE: The February 6, 2024, meeting of the South Carolina House Agriculture, Natural Resources, and Environmental Affairs Committee has been rescheduled to February 13, 2024. This allows an additional week for resident dog owners to contact committee members in support of the legislation below. _____________________________________________________________________________ South Carolina House Bill 4611 seeks to make it an […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/south-carolina-support-bill-prohibits-illegally-removing-dogs-collar/
| February 2, 2024
Expert Advice: Safety
How to Get Your Dog Comfortable Wearing Clothes for Hot and Cold Weather
Clothes like dog coats, jackets, and boots can be important safety measures when it's very hot or very cold outside. But how do you get your dog comfortable with them?
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/dog-clothes-weather-safety/
| February 1, 2024
Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
How to Channel Working Breeds’ Energy Into Dog Sports
The big, strong dogs of the Working Group always stand out in a crowd. Which dog sports are best to channel their energy, depending on the breed?
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/working-breeds-dog-sports/
| February 1, 2024