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Legislative Alerts
Arizona Update: Bill Changing Cruelty, Dogs Outdoors Laws Continues to Advance
The Arizona House of Representatives is expected to soon consider a bill that amends the state’s cruelty laws, including providing new, reasonable provisions regarding shelters for dogs kept primarily outdoors. Those who wish to comment may reach out to their Arizona State Representative. Visit www.akcgr.org/officials and type your address to get your state representative’s name […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/arizona-update-bill-changing-cruelty-dogs-outdoors-laws-continues-advance/
| March 26, 2024
Expert Advice: Health
Bilious Vomiting Syndrome in Dogs: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
If your dog is throwing up yellow vomit in the morning but is otherwise healthy, they could have bilious vomiting syndrome. Learn more about this condition.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/bilious-vomiting-syndrome-in-dogs/
| March 25, 2024
Legislative Alerts
US Senate: Goldie’s Act Allows for Seizure of Dogs for Undefined ‘Psychological Harm’ – Oppose Now
Late last week, Goldie’s Act (HR 1788/S 4033), was introduced in the U.S. Senate. This harmful bill: Redefines “violations” of the federal Animal Welfare Act; Allows for immediate seizure or euthanasia of animals suffering from “psychological harm”, a term it does not define; Removes distinctions between minor non-compliances such as paperwork errors and animal care […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/us-senate-goldies-act-allows-seizure-dogs-undefined-psychological-harm-oppose-now/
| March 25, 2024
Sports & Events
Top Dogs & Teams to be Named at 2024 AKC Agility League Championship
Don’t miss all the fun at the second AKC Agility League Championship – Aug. 29 – 31 at Purina Farms in Gray Summit, Missouri. All Leaguers who have completed the Fall 23 or Winter 24 seasons or complete the Spring/Summer 24 season – are eligible to enter with their teams. Competition for all levels from […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/agility/in-the-zone/top-dogs-teams-named-2024-akc-agility-league-championship/
| March 25, 2024
Expert Advice: Health
Scorpion Stings in Dogs: Signs, Symptoms, Treatments
Scorpions are common in the southwest and pose a risk to dogs. Scorpion stings are painful, and usually resolve on their own but can be life threatening.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/scorpion-stings-in-dogs/
| March 25, 2024
Expert Advice: Health
Dermatitis in Dogs: What to Know
Learn the signs, causes and treatments of the most widespread types of canine dermatitis, a common dog skin condition that can range in severity.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/dermatitis-in-dogs/
| March 22, 2024
Expert Advice: News
What We Know About the Dog-Killing Flatworm Discovered in Southern California
New research has shown that flatworms (H. americana) has spread to parts of the Colorado River, putting dogs in Southern California at risk of infection.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/dog-killing-flatworm-southern-california/
| March 22, 2024
Expert Advice: Health
How to Dry Your Dog Completely
When your dog is wet from a bath, swimming, or from walking outside in the rain or snow it's important to dry them thoroughly. Drying your dog can help...
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/dry-your-dog/
| March 21, 2024
Legislative Alerts
Pennsylvania: Committee Amends Bill Regarding Hunting with Dogs
At its recent Committee meeting, the Pennsylvania Senate Game and Fisheries Committee amended a bill that would have had serious implications for those who hunt with dogs. The proposed legislation makes changes to the laws related to trespassing on private property while hunting. As originally propose, Senate Bill 1087 would have made changes to the […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/pennsylvania-committee-amends-bill-regarding-hunting-dogs/
| March 21, 2024
Canine Partners
Congrats on All American Dogs’ 2024 AKC National Agility Championship Honors!
Big congratulations to these All American Dogs who turned in stellar performances at the AKC National Agility Championship! The event was held at the Georgia National Fairgrounds & Agricenter in Perry, Georgia, March 14-17, 2024. You can watch the fun here. 12-inch Regular 1st Place: NAC MACH2 Quicksilver Cherry On Top MXS PAD MJG PJD […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/congrats-american-dogs-2024-akc-national-agility-championship-honors/
| March 21, 2024