July 18, 2018 - USDA APHIS OFFERS NEW ANIMAL CARE AIDS
July 9, 2018 - General Statement Regarding Stakeholder Discussions of AWA Priorities
July 1, 2018 - The US has become a dumping ground for foreign ‘puppy mill’ and ‘rescue’ dogs. Here’s what needs to change
June 28, 2018 - The Truth About Tethering
June 22, 2018 - Lost/Stolen Show Dogs in Dallas Could be Returned … AFTER They’re Neutered
June 7, 2018 - A Plain-English Explanation of the Recent USDA-APHIS Rule Change
May 25, 2018 - Victory! USDA Will Not Recognize Third-Party Inspections and Certifications
May 24, 2018 - AKC Announces Winners of Annual Law School Writing Contest
May 22, 2018 - David Knight Presented with AKC Legislator of the Year Award at Club Show
May 18, 2018 - Flying with Your Pet? Check Your Airline’s Policies
May 4, 2018 - AKC ANNOUNCES GEORGIA REPRESENTATIVE DAVID KNIGHT AS LEGISLATOR OF THE YEAR
May 4, 2018 - United Will Resume Flying Most Pets But Sets Restriction on Certain Breeds
April 26, 2018 - Your Election Guide
April 26, 2018 - AKC Adopts New Position Statement on Tethering
April 19, 2018 - AKC Adopts New Legislative Position Statement on Dog Training
April 16, 2018 - AKC Statement Urges New Import Protocols to Protect Pet and Public Health
March 27, 2018 - Bebout Award Honors Phinizys and New Hampshire D.O.G.S. Federation
March 27, 2018 - AKC Dog Shows Benefit Your Local Economy
March 26, 2018 - Bill Introduced to Make the Labrador Retriever Ohio’s State Dog
March 23, 2018 - Ohio: A Tale of Two Approaches to Regulate Breeders
February 8, 2018 - More Than 120 Lawmakers Participate as Meet the Breeds Honorary Chair
January 10, 2018 - Why Breed Bans Affect You
December 12, 2017 - AKC Adopts Legislative Position Statement on Groomer Safety and Licensing
December 12, 2017 - AKC GR Announces Appointment of New Western Regional Legislative Staff
December 8, 2017 - America needs more bomb-sniffing dogs raised in our own country to keep us safe
December 5, 2017 - AKC GR Attends National League of Cities “City Summit”
November 29, 2017 - AKC Adopts New Legislative Position Statement Supporting Domestically-bred Working and Detection Dogs
November 27, 2017 - AKC Board Adopts New Position Statement on Civil Damages in Cases Involving Injury to Pets
November 16, 2017 - Honor Your Dog-Friendly Lawmaker with a Legislator of the Year Award
November 10, 2017 - How National Breed Clubs Can Influence Local Dog Laws
October 24, 2017 - AKC Works With Congress to Encourage Development of Domestic Detection Dogs
October 23, 2017 - AKC Urges Congress to Support Domestic Violence Victims and Their Pets
October 13, 2017 - Top Dog Advocates Meet and Organize at Southeastern AKC Legislative Conference
September 28, 2017 - Latest Target for Activists - Your Dog
September 25, 2017 - In Memoriam: Janice Sparhawk Gardner
September 7, 2017 - Why Should You Attend a Legislative Conference?
September 5, 2017 - Losing your freedom to choose your own dog
September 1, 2017 - Texas and Louisiana Laws on Disaster Preparedness
August 31, 2017- Federal PETS Act Lays Framework for Protecting Pets During Natural Disasters
August 21, 2017- Five Things Your Parent Club Can Do to Impact Dog Laws & Protect Members' Rights
August 15, 2017 - Bebout Award Winner Donates Prize to AKC's Canine Legislative Support Fund
July 25, 2017 - Patti Strand: More regulations needed for animal shelters and rescues
July 6, 2017 - Another Study Links Sterilization with Certain Health Risks
June 19, 2017- Ann Lettis/Responsible Dog Owners Association of NY Win 2017 Bebout Legislative Leadership Award
June 14, 2017- Delaware Becomes 19th State to Ban Breed-Specific Legislation
May 25, 2017 - NAIA President Discusses Dangers of Unregulated Rescue Import Industry
May 9, 2017 - NPDD: Reception Brings Together Top Dogs & Members of Congress
May 9, 2017 - Rumor takes the Capitol By Storm
May 4, 2017 - AKC Hosts Spring Legislative Conference in Washington, DC/Mid-Atlantic Region
May 4, 2017 - United States Capitol Police K-9 Unit Receives AKC K-9 Award
April 28, 2017 - USDA Releases Updated Animal Welfare Act Regulations Booklet
April 21, 2017 - Why Californians Need to Worry About AB 485, the “Pet Store” Bill
April 13, 2017 - AKC GR Awards Help Support Your Club's Community Outreach
April 13, 2017 - Congressional Veterinarians Introduce Resolution Honoring Purebred Dogs
April 13, 2017 - Government Relations Welcomes New California Federation
April 4, 2017 - AKC Celebrates 6th Annual Canines at the Capitol Event at NC Legislature
March 15, 2017 - Update on APHIS Review of Licensee Privacy Protections for Online Documents
March 8, 2017 - Latest In Session Legislative Policy Newsletter Now Online
March 7, 2017 - New in the GR Toolbox: 2016 State Economic Impact of Dog Show Statistics
March 3, 2017 - Perspectives: Understanding the Difference between Animal Rights and Animal Welfare
February 28, 2017 - Attacks That Doomed 'The Greatest Show on Earth' Portend Trouble for Pet Lovers
February 17, 2017 - AKC Hosts First-of-its-Kind Regional Legislative Conference
February 17, 2017- Lawmakers Celebrate Dogs, Responsible Dog Ownership at Meet the Breeds in NYC
February 9, 2017 - Over 90 Lawmakers Join AKC to Celebrate Responsible Dog Ownership at Meet the Breeds Event
February 9, 2017- Two Kentucky Lawmakers Receive AKC Legislator of the Year Awards
February 7, 2017 - APHIS Posts Additional Information Regarding Website Updates Involving AWA Licensee Information
February 2, 2017 - American Kennel Club Honors GA Senator Bill Heath with Legislator of the Year Award
February 1, 2017 - Westwood, NJ Receives AKC Dog-Friendly Community Award
January 16, 2017 - Ringling Brothers' Demise is a Clarion Call for All Who Love Dogs
January 16, 2017 - Ohio Takes Lead on Protecting Dogs and Dog Breeders Thanks to New Law: Sheila Goffe (opinion)
January 12, 2017 - New Year, New Dog Laws - Make Sure You Are in Compliance
January 12, 2017 - AKC Government Relations 2016 Year in Review
January 5, 2017 - Puerto Rico Senator Jose Luis Dalmau Receives AKC Legislator of the Year Award
January 3, 2017 - Another Study Demonstrates Possible Link Between Spay/Neuter and Increased Disease Incidences
November 29, 2016 - Forrest and Charlotte Lucas to Receive AKC Outstanding Leadership Award
November 21, 2016 - Election Wrap-Up: You Voted...Now Introduce Yourself!
November 18, 2016 - Congressional Canine Spotlight- Cocker Spaniel Serves as "Legislative Therapy Dog" on Capitol Hill
October 26, 2016 - Election 2016 - Make a Statement on Behalf of Dogs
October 24, 2016 - Mount Vernon Celebrates America's Purebred Dog Heritage
October 19, 2016 - AKC Honors US Senator Kelly Ayotte For Protecting Domestic Violence Victims and Pets
September 28, 2016 - USDA/APHIS Explains Terminology Used in Inspection Reports
August 30, 2016 - Foreign Rescue Dogs Breed Health Concerns, Undermine Adoptions
August 29, 2016 - New Resource Helps Veterinarians Re-Examine Risks and Benefits of Spaying and Neutering
August 22, 2016 - AKC GR Demonstrates 20 Years of Leadership at National Conference of State Legislatures
August 12, 2016 - New AKC Position Statement: Freedom of Choice & Education is Pillar of Successful Dog Ownership
August 8, 2016 - 2016 AKC Legislative Conference Empowers Dog Advocates from Across the U.S.
August 4, 2016 - APHIS Proposed Rule Makes Regulations Consistent with Animal Welfare Act
July 20, 2016 - Latest In Session: Congresswoman Lujan Grisham’s Happy Reunion with her Shih Tzu, Kiwi
July 19, 2016 - New APHIS Web Site Makes It Easier to Understand International Pet Travel Requirements
July 19, 2016 - Whittier, California Declared AKC Dog Friendly City
July 18, 2016 - Video Provides a Look Inside New Jersey Federation’s Lobby/Educational Day
June 30, 2016 - Oregon Supreme Court Decision Not the Landmark Case Animal Rights Advocates Claim
June 20, 2016 - Delaware Senate Set to Consider Making Golden Retriever the State Dog
June 17, 2016 - AKC Honors NJ Senate President Steve Sweeney with AKC Legislator of the Year Award
June 14, 2016 - Public Education, Support for Breeders is a Better Solution for Puerto Rico Dogs
May 25, 2016 - Movie Review: The Dog Lover
May 17, 2016 - North Carolina Rep. Jimmy Dixon Receives AKC Legislator of the Year Award
May 12, 2016 - AKC Celebrates 5th Annual “Canines at the Capitol” Event at NC Legislature
April 28, 2016- National Purebred Dog Day is May 1- Show Your Support
April 26, 2016 - AKC Applauds Recent Texas Supreme Court Decision
April 21, 2016 - New AKC Position Statement Re-Emphasizes Support for Purebred Dog Breeding
April 20, 2016 - AKC Clarifies Position Statements Related to Spaying and Neutering
March 22, 2016 - Alaska Info: Regulatory Proposal Seeks to Prohibit Hunting with Dogs
March 21, 2016 - AKC Illinois Federation Works with State Senate to Support Retired Police Dogs
February 24, 2016 - Responsible Dog Breeding and Legislative Champions Celebrated at Event in Iowa
February 24, 2016 - Lawmakers Celebrate Responsible Dog Ownership, Purebred Dogs at Meet the Breeds
February 9, 2016 - More Than 100 Lawmakers Participate as Meet the Breeds Honorary Chairs
January 25, 2016 - Preserving The Purebred Dog, A Living Treasure
January 25, 2016 - Dr. Arnold Goldman and CT Federation of Dog Clubs & Responsible Dog Owners Win Bebout Award
January 12, 2016 - Share the Good News!
January 8, 2016 - 2015 Legislative Year in Review
January 8, 2016 - 2015 Legislative Issues and Trends: Legislative Findings/Preambles that are Inaccurate, Prejudicial and Disparaging to Breeders
January 8, 2016 - 2015 Legislative Issues and Trends: Bond for Care Bills Unfairly Target the Disadvantaged
January 7, 2016 - 2015 Legislative Issues and Trends: Tethering bills Can Create Unintended Consequences
January 7, 2016 - 2015 Legislative Issues and Trends: AKC Seeks Reasonable Regulations to Protect Dogs in Cars
January 6, 2016 - 2015 Legislative Issues and Trends: Expansion of Breeder Oversight to Non-Expert Groups
January 6, 2016 - 2015 Legislative Issues and Trends: Retail Pet Sales Bans Can Hurt Breeders and The Public
December 30, 2015- NY Passes Law to Protect Domestic Violence Victims and Pets
December 30, 2015- 2015 Legislative Successes for Dog Owners and Breeders
December 29, 2015 - AKC Celebrates New Laws that Help Dogs, Dog Owners
December 28, 2015 - The Working Dog is Named New York's Official State Dog
December 18, 2015 - AKC Hosts Florida Lawmakers at AKC/Eukanuba National Championship
December 16, 2015 - Dr. Arnold Goldman and CT Federation of Dog Clubs & Responsible Owners Winner of 2015 Bebout Legislative Leadership Award
December 8, 2015 - UPDATED - Misuse of Service Dogs Hurts the Disabled and Responsible Dog Owners
November 13, 2015 - Perspectives – One Dog or 100, All Dogs Deserve Kindness and Great Care
November 11, 2015 - Support our Veterans By Supporting Veterans Access to Service and Therapy Dogs
November 10, 2015 - New CDC Flyers Illustrate Requirements for Entering the U.S. with a Dog
October 23, 2015 - Why Pet Shops Laws Affect You
October 9, 2015 - New USDA Guidance Emphasizes Licensing Requirements for Rescues and Rescue Transporters
October 6, 2015 - Turning the Tide in Southern California
September 30, 2015 - USDA APHIS Releases Q&A Guidance Document on Retail Pet Store Rule and Dog Importation
September 29, 2015 - Let Your Legislators Know: An AKC Event Can Bring More than $1.7M to Host Communities
September 28, 2015 - AKC Board Addresses Predatory Pet Leasing
September 25, 2015 - New in the GR Toolbox: Spanish Language Responsible Dog Ownership Flyer
September 4, 2015 - New York's Top Court Declines Hearing Chimp Case, Traditional Legal Treatment of Animals Remains
August 25, 2015 - AKC's Illinois Federation Helps Pass Law to Benefit Lost Dogs
August 20, 2015 - New in the GR Toolbox: All Politics Is Local—Tips for Successful Canine Advocacy (Video)
August 7, 2015 - Sassy's Story and the Question of Tethering
July 29, 2015 - Poor Compliance with Rabies Rules Could Result in Tougher Import Policies for Pet Owners
July 20, 2015 - Substantial Reduction in the Number of Abandoned Dogs Entering Shelters
July 20, 2015 - Congressman’s Mother Takes on Animal Rights Propaganda in Missouri Court
July 14, 2015 - Survey Reveals Misconceptions about Purebred Dogs in Animal Shelters
June 25, 2015 - Group Sues NYC Over Pet Store Laws Favoring "Retail Rescue" and Mandating Juvenile Spay/Neuter
June 24, 2015 - This Puppy May Change New York State Law
June 24, 2015 - US Senator Debbie Stabenow Receives Legislator of the Year Award at Detriot Kennel Club Show
June 22, 2015 - Emergency Preparation: Advance Planning Enables Sled Dog Community to Save 600 Dogs From Wildfire
May 21, 2015 - AKC Introduces New Online Legislative Action Center
May 19, 2015 - North Carolina Passes Bill to Thwart -authorized/Illegal Recording & Surveillance on Private Property
May 19, 2015 - Party of Four –Legged? AKC Supports NY Bill to Allow Dogs in Outdoor Dining Areas
May 11, 2015 - AKC Supports House Bill to Protect Pets of Domestic Violence Victims
May 5, 2015 - NJFDC And HKC Honored with AKC Community Achievement Awards
April 30, 2015 - AKC Celebrates 4th Annual "Canines at the Capitol" Event at NC Legislature
April 28, 2015 - AKC Legislative Position Statement Protects Pets of Domestic Violence and Ownership Rights
April 23, 2015 - SC Governor and House of Representatives Honor Prize-Winning Pooch
April 22, 2015 - AKC Backs Cruelty Hotline Bill
April 20, 2015 - Don't Have Dog Park Yet? Start Your Own!
April 14, 2015 - AKC Applauds Colorado as First State to Celebrate National Purebred Dog Day
April 13, 2015 - Georgia Canine Coalition Awarded CLSF Educational Grant
March 31, 2015 - NC State Rep. Presents Best In Show Award at Durham Kennel Club Show
March 17, 2015 - Supreme Court: Public Notice Not Required For Revising Interpretive Rules
February 6, 2015 - Labradors Could Retrieve State Dog Designation
January 16, 2015 - AKC GR Resources - Wow, Can I Get a Copy of That?
November 21, 2014 - AKC Joins AVMA, Other Animal Groups To Launch Animal Law Writing Contest
October 20, 2014 - Aurora Ballot Measure Will Determine Fate of Pit Bulls
October 1, 2014 - Misuse of Service Dog Privileges Hurts the Disabled and Responsible Dog Owners
September 2, 2014 - SPCA of the Triad Presented with AKC Reunite Microchip Scanner
August 27, 2014 - AKC Donates 5,331 Pounds of "People" and "Pet" Food
August 19, 2014 - AKC Welcomes New Puppy Import Rules That Protect Pets and People
August 15, 2014 - Air Carriers Required to Increase Reports of Animal Incidents
July 22, 2014 - USDA Continues to Implement & Enforce New Pet Breeder Requirements
June 27, 2014 - New York Paves the Way for Criminalizing Pet Theft
June 12, 2014 - Animals Deserve to be Protected by Animal Experts
June 6, 2014 - Be Careful with Dogs in Hot Cars
May 30, 2014 - AKC Hosts "Canines at the Capitol" in Raleigh