Hawai’i Senate Bill 593, a bill that seeks to regulate commercial dog breeders by establishing a definition for what constitutes as a dog breeder in Hawai’i, sets a statewide limit law for intact dogs, and establishes standards of care has been scheduled for its first committee hearing on Monday, February 10. Hawai’i club members and […]

The Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food, and Forestry (ODAFF) has proposed changes to two administrative rules pertaining to dogs. Docket No. 24-1072 seeks to make changes related to certificates of veterinary inspection.  The proposed rules update: The definition of certificate of veterinary inspection by adding, “An APHIS 7001 form shall not be considered an official […]

AKC understands that local animal rights groups are putting increased pressure on local cities in Arizona (particularly Phoenix) to enact breeder regulations in an effort to address shelter population concerns.  This is a trend we are increasingly  seeing in cities throughout the United States. While nothing has been formally introduced, now is the time for […]

The Kansas Department of Agriculture’s Division of Animal Health is updating the enforcement regulations of the Kansas Pet Animal Act, and is welcoming informal public comment on the proposed changes through Monday, September 9, 2024. The American Kennel Club (AKC) encourages all hobby breeders, animal breeders, and retail breeders licensed under the Kansas Pet Animal […]

The Indianapolis City-County Council has approved a proposal to require all owners of intact dogs to register and comply with certain requirements for care and breeding, including reporting each litter produced. The proposal now goes to the mayor for his signature.  Those who wish to contact the mayor should call his office today at (317) […]

An Indianapolis City-County Council committee has advanced a proposal to require all owners of intact dogs to register and comply with certain requirements for care and breeding.  It is expected to be considered by the full council in August. View AKC’s previous alert for more information on the proposal, or you can read it in […]

A new law is now in effect in Indiana that, among other provisions, requires certain rescues to register with the Indiana Board of Animal Health (BOAH). A rescue must register with the state if during a period of one year they accept: 1) More than 12 dogs, or 2) More than nine dogs and three […]

Kreg Hill competes with two Australian Terriers in multiple dog sports.

The AKC permits registration of litters from multiple sires, provided breeders follow specific protocols. The parentage of each puppy must be verified through DNA testing, which is essential for ensuring accurate records and lineage. Below is a comprehensive guide to help breeders plan a successful multiple sire litter. From start to finish, this process can […]

When a Foundation Stock Breed is accepted in the FSS program the clubs may designate a domestic registry or club registry for recording. Eligibility for FSS Recording The dog must be of a breed eligible for FSS Recording. The dog must be born in the United States The dog must first be registered with a […]