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Explore This Section AKC Statement Urges New Import Protocols to Protect Pet and Public Health AKC Adopts New Legislative Position Statement on Dog Training AKC Adopts New Legislative Position Statement Supporting Domestically-bred Working and Detection Dogs AKC Adopts Legislative Position Statement on Groomer Safety and Licensing AKC Adopts New Position Statement on Tethering Your Election Guide United Will Resume Flying Most Pets But Sets Restriction on Certain Breeds AKC Announces Georgia Representative David Knight as Legislator of the Year Flying with Your Pet? Check Your Airline’s Policies David Knight Presented with AKC Legislator of the Year Award at Club Show AKC Announces Winners of Annual Law School Writing Contest Victory! USDA Will Not Recognize Third-Party Inspections and Certifications New USDA Rule Broadens Thresholds for De Minimis Activity and Exemptions From AWA Licensing AKC Backs Cruelty Hotline Bill SC Governor and House of Representatives Honor Prize-Winning Pooch AKC Legislative Position Statement Protects Pets of Domestic Violence Victims and Ownership Rights AKC Celebrates 4th Annual Canines at the Capitol Event at NC Legislature AKC Supports House Bill to Protect Pets of Domestic Violence Victims Party of Four-Legged? AKC Supports NY Bill to Allow Dogs in Outdoor Dining Areas Ask NC General Assembly to Override Veto of Bill Protecting Private Property AKC Introduces New Online Legislative Action Center Emergency Preparation: Advance Planning Enables Sled Dog Community to Save 600 Dogs from Wildfire US Senator Debbie Stabenow Receives Legislator of the Year Award at Detroit Kennel Club Show Group Sues NYC over Pet Store Laws Favoring “Retail Rescue” and Mandating Juvenile Spay/Neuter Survey Reveals Misconceptions about Purebred Dogs in Animal Shelters Congressman’s Mother Takes on Animal Rights Propaganda in Missouri Court All Politics Is Local: Tips for Successful Canine Advocacy (Video) NPDD: Reception Brings Together Top Dogs & Members of Congress Rumor takes the Capitol By Storm AKC GR Awards Help Support Your Club’s Community Outreach Lawmakers Celebrate Dogs, Responsible Dog Ownership at Meet the Breeds in NYC Ringling Brothers’ Demise Is a Clarion Call for All Who Love Dogs AKC’s Illinois Federation Helps Pass Law to Benefit Lost Dogs New York’s Top Court Declines Hearing Chimp Case, Traditional Legal Treatment of Animals Remains New in the GR Toolbox: Spanish Language Responsible Dog Ownership Flyer AKC Board Addresses Predatory Pet Leasing Let Your Legislators Know: An AKC Event Can Bring More than $1.7M to Host Communities USDA APHIS Releases Q&A Guidance Document on Retail Pet Store Rule and Dog Importation Turning the Tide in Southern California New USDA Guidance Emphasizes Licensing Requirements for Rescues and Rescue Transporters Why Pet Shop Laws Affect You New CDC Flyers Illustrate Requirements for Entering the U.S. with a Dog Perspectives: One Dog or 100, All Dogs Deserve Kindness and Great Care UPDATED – Misuse of Service Dogs Hurts the Disabled and Responsible Dog Owners Dr. Arnold Goldman, CT Federation of Dog Clubs Win 2015 Bebout Legislative Leadership Award The Working Dog is Named New York’s Official State Dog AKC Celebrates New Laws that Help Dogs, Dog Owners NY Passes Law to Protect Domestic Violence Victims and Pets 2015 Legislative Issues and Trends: Retail Pet Sales Bans Can Hurt Breeders And The Public 2015 Legislative Issues And Trends: Expansion Of Breeder Oversight To Non-Expert Groups 2015 Legislative Issues and Trends: AKC Seeks Reasonable Regulations To Protect Dogs In Cars 2015 Legislative Issues and Trends: Tethering Bills Can Create Unintended Consequences 2015 Legislative Issues and Trends: Bond For Care Bills Unfairly Target the Disadvantaged 2015 Legislative Issues/Trends: Legislative Findings That are Inaccurate & Disparaging New Year, New Dog Laws – Make Sure You are in Compliance 2015 Legislative Year in Review Preserving The Purebred Dog, A Living Treasure More Than 100 Lawmakers Participate As Meet The Breeds Honorary Chairs AKC Government Relations 2016 Legislative Year in Review Lawmakers Celebrate Responsible Dog Ownership, Purebred Dogs at Meet the Breeds Puerto Rico Senator Jose Luis Dalmau Receives AKC Legislator of the Year Award Iowa Group Celebrates Responsible Dog Breeding and Legislative Champions at State Capitol AKC Illinois Federation Works with State Senate to Support Retired Police Dogs Forrest and Charlotte Lucas to Receive AKC Outstanding Leadership Award Election Wrap-Up: You Voted….Now Introduce Yourself! Election 2016—Make a Statement on Behalf of Dogs Mount Vernon Celebrates America’s Purebred Dog Heritage AKC Clarifies Position Statements Related to Spaying and Neutering AKC Honors US Senator Kelly Ayotte for Protecting Domestic Violence Victims and Pets New AKC Position Statement Re-Emphasizes Support for Purebred Dog Breeding Foreign Rescue Dogs Breed Health Concerns, Undermine Adoptions New Resource Helps Veterinarians Re-Examine Risks and Benefits of Spaying and Neutering New AKC Position Statement: Freedom of Choice & Education is Pillar of Successful Dog Ownership Latest In Session: Congresswoman Lujan Grisham’s Happy Reunion with her Shih Tzu, Kiwi Whittier, California Declared AKC Dog Friendly City AKC Applauds Recent Texas Supreme Court Decision AKC Celebrates 5th Annual “Canines at the Capitol” Event at NC Legislature North Carolina Rep. Jimmy Dixon Receives AKC Legislator of the Year Award Movie Review: The Dog Lover Public Education, Support for Breeders Is a Better Solution for Puerto Rico Dogs AKC Honors NJ Senate President Steve Sweeney with the AKC Legislator of the Year Award Delaware Senate Set to Consider Making Golden Retriever the State Dog Oregon Supreme Court Decision Not the Landmark Case Animal Rights Advocates Claim This Puppy May Change New York State Law Substantial Reduction in the Number of Abandoned Dogs Entering SHelters Sassy’s Story and the Question of Tethering Support our Veterans By Supporting Veterans Access to Service and Therapy Dogs AKC Hosts Florida Lawmakers at AKC/Eukanuba National Championship 2015 Legislative Successes for Dog Owners and Breeders Share the Good News! Dr. Arnold Goldman and CT Federation of Dog Clubs & Responsible Dog Owners Win 2015 Bebout Award Video Provides a Look Inside New Jersey Federation’s Lobby/Educational Day New APHIS Web Site Makes It Easier to Understand International Pet Travel Requirements APHIS Proposed Rule Makes Regulations Consistent with Animal Welfare Act 2016 AKC Legislative Conference Empowers Dog Advocates from Across the U.S. AKC GR Demonstrates 20 Years of Leadership at National Conference of State Legislatures Another Study Demonstrates Possible Link Between Spay/Neuter and Increased Disease Incidences Ann Lettis/Responsible Dog Owners Association of NY Win 2017 Bebout Legislative Leadership Award Bebout Award Winner Donates Prize to AKC’s Canine Legislative Support Fund Five Things Your Parent Club Can Do to Impact Dog Laws & Protect Members’ Rights The Truth About Tethering General Statement Regarding Stakeholder Discussions of AWA Priorities USDA APHIS OFFERS NEW ANIMAL CARE AIDES Sweeping Changes to Nova Scotia’s Animal Protection Act Offer Cautionary Tale for American Dog Enthusiasts Florida Amendment 13 to Ban Greyhound Racing in Connection with Wagering Passes, No Impact on AKC Events Expected New RSS Feed for Legislative Alerts