| A publication of the AKC Government Relations Department |
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It’s June, which means summer events are in full swing! Did you know that the American Kennel Club is comprised of more than 5,000 dog clubs across the country that together host more than 20,000 events each year? This results in a huge impact on our local economies. The AKC Government Relations Department is pleased to introduce newly revised and updated AKC economic and community impact figures for all 50 states. |
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The AKC Government Relations Department is pleased to introduce newly revised and updated AKC economic and community impact figures for all 50 states. The AKC Impact By State packet provides valuable information to share with lawmakers, local media, chambers of commerce and other community entities about the positive impact that AKC clubs, affiliates and events have in each and every state. |
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In order to help lawmakers develop effective policies – and to help dog owners communicate with their local officials – AKC Government Relations has developed a new Tethering/Dogs Outdoors Key Issue page in the AKC Legislative Action Center. On this page, you will find a variety of resources emphasizing that laws regulating tethering and dogs outdoors must allow for flexibility. This flexibility will allow dogs to enjoy activities in the weather they love, while still ensuring all dogs are protected. Resources include AKC’s position statements, handouts for lawmakers, talking points, and even a brief policy video that’s great for sharing with lawmakers and also on your social media.
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The New York Court of Appeals, the state’s highest court, rejected the latest attempt of an animal rights group to secure legal rights for animals. In the case, the group, the Nonhuman Rights Project, sought to employ the use of the common law writ of habeas corpus to get the release of an elephant from the Bronx Zoo. A writ of habeas corpus is a special court order that directs a public official to deliver an imprisoned individual to a court and demonstrate a valid reason for the person’s confinement.
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For the first time, the American Kennel Club Government Relations Department (AKC GR) participated in the Pennsylvania State Association of Township Supervisors (PSATS) and the Pennsylvania State Association of Boroughs (PSAB) Annual Conferences.
After a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic, both gatherings were held at the Hershey Lodge and Convention Center in Hershey, Pennsylvania. |
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The AKC Detection Dog Task Force has been pleased to present several webinars over the past 18 months to encourage the breeding and development of homegrown hero dogs that can achieve the rigorous standards necessary to be an explosives detection dog. The latest webinar, 9 - 12 Month Puppies, Getting Started Right for Detection Work, focused on the final stages of training and the transition to advanced training and placement; preparing for a job. |
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The New Jersey Supreme Court held that the common law “rescue doctrine” does not apply to a person attempting to rescue a pet. The rescue doctrine says that if a rescuer is hurt or put in peril due to the negligence or intentional wrongdoing of another person, the injured person can recover damages. |
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Legislative Information and Updates |
Linked below are some highlights of pending legislation impacting dog ownership and dog owners’ rights. For more information on these issues, and information on how you can get involved, visit the AKC GR Legislative Action Center at www.akcgr.org.
Visit the 2022 Legislation Tracking map for the most up-to-date information on state and federal legislation. This site, updated each weekday, provides the latest bill text, status, and links to legislative alerts posted by the AKC.
In addition to tracking and responding to legislative proposals, AKC Government Relations addresses dog-related regulatory proposals from the US. federal government, all 50 states, and the District of Columbia. AKC GR’s Regulatory Resource Center provides updates on federal and state regulatory issues that may impact dog owners.
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Issues that may affect all dog owners in the U.S. |
| Issues specific to your state |
| Issues at the city, county, and metropolitan levels, and in U.S. territories |
| Regulatory issues at the federal, state, and local levels |
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Please contact AKC GR at (919) 816-3720 or doglaw@akc.org for more information or to let us know what’s happening in your local community. |
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