News from the State Capitols Here are some highlights of state-level issues AKC GR is currently tracking. Visit the 2019 Legislation Tracking page and click on your state to get the latest updates on state bills monitored by the AKC. California – AB 588 will require any animal shelter, rescue organization or humane society to disclose the […]

Election day is quickly approaching. Although Tuesday, November 5th, is an off-year election for most states, there are still a number of important races going on throughout the country including gubernatorial races in Kentucky, Louisiana, and Mississippi and state legislative elections in Louisiana, Mississippi, Virginia, and New Jersey. Local elections are also taking place throughout […]

This summer has been hitting record breaking temperatures, and while you are looking for ways to cool off, it’s also important to remember your furry friends. In response to some tragic situations, some lawmakers have sought to enact laws aimed at protecting dogs when they are outside in extreme weather. Many of these proposals unfortunately include […]

State Issues: News from the State Capitols Here are some highlights of state-level issues AKC GR is currently tracking. Visit the 2019 Legislation Tracking page and click on your state to get the latest updates on state bills monitored by the AKC. Alabama – SB 102, a measure supported by AKC GR which provides that a local […]

Two bills of interest to Kentucky dog owners are advancing in the Kentucky legislature. While the American Kennel Club (AKC) continues to monitor positive developments with House bill 258, we urge Kentucky dog owners to express support of an important amendment to Senate Bill 157. House Bill 258 is an animal cruelty bill that seeks […]

On Tuesday (April 18), an Illinois Senate committee will consider a bill that would prohibit homeowners and renters insurance providers from refusing or cancelling coverage or increasing premiums based solely on the breed of dog owned by the policy holder. All responsible dog owners and breeders in Illinois are encouraged to visit the Senate Insurance […]

As the year comes to a close I’d like to review what the AKC has accomplished. The Board and Staff have worked diligently to ensure the continued success of our club and the sport. The Fancy has played a major role in our success. They were effective in defeating the proposed mandatory spay and neuter […]

Registered Kennel Names are used by AKC breeders to help protect one's reputation and legacy. As of 2018, breeders may register dogs with protected kennel names online. When a new kennel name is granted, the AKC protects the name as entered, as well as plural forms. What Exactly Is A Registered Kennel Name?   Registering a […]

  This year’s national specialty for the Welsh Springer Spaniel Club of America (WSSCA) was held in late April during the Cherry Blossom Cluster in Maryland. We enjoyed four days of competition and camaraderie, and it only rained once! (In 2011 we held our national specialty in Pennsylvania during “The Great Harrisburg Flood.”) Welsh Springer […]

The Boykin Spaniel is a hunting breed who excels at both flushing and retrieving game. Boykins are well suited to participate in AKC hunt tests and spaniel field trials. However, owners who are new to fieldwork might find hunt tests or field trials intimidating. A good venue for beginners is the Working Ability Certification Program […]