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ATTENTION JUNIORS: AKC GAZETTE LOOKING FOR ARTICLES
The AKC Gazette is looking for
articles from Juniors for AKC’s 125th Anniversary Issue...
AKC 125TH ANNIVERSARY - ARC GAZETTE AD
May 9, 2009 - AKC will be publishing a special edition of the Gazette
to celebrate their 125th Anniversary. They are soliciting ads from
the Parent Clubs for this issue and are offering a special rate of
$475 for a Full B & W Page, but to quality for this rate the ad
must pertain to the anniversary.
ARC would like to be represented, but in light of our recent increase
in membership dues, etc., the BOD finds it hard to justify spending
this amount. So, we are looking for members to make a donation to
offset the cost. The ad would be congratulatory in nature and would
be from “The American Rottweiler Club & our members who have helped
sponsor this ad: (list of sponsors)”.
The deadline for the ad is July 7th, so if you would like to be a
sponsor, please send a check payable to ARC no later than June 27th
to:
Marilyn E. Piusz, 339 Co Hwy 106, Johnstown, NY 12095-3757
ARC reserves the right not to place the ad depending on the sponsorship
response and return the checks. If more money is received than the
cost of the ad, the additional funds will be donated to the ARC ACL
(BSL) Fund.
AKC LAUNCHES NEW CANINE LEGISLATION TRACKING SYSTEM
May 7, 2009 - The AKC is pleased to announce the launch of the new
AKC Government Relations Legislation Tracking Service. This new service
enables you to check the status of all 2009 canine legislation in
each of the 50 states, as well as federal legislation.
To use this service, go to the AKC Government Relations web page,
www.akc.org/canine_legislation
and click on the large “AKC Government Relations 2009 Legislation
Tracking” icon. This will bring you to a new page with a clickable
map of the United States. To view federal legislation, click on the
“US Fed” icon to the right of the map. You can also click on any state
to view that state’s pending canine legislation, the latest legislative
developments, the progress of specific bills, and, if applicable,
AKC legislative alerts and messages. In addition, you can view the
actual text of the bill or read a brief official legislative summary.
The AKC does not have a position on every bill posted; rather, this
service is meant as a reference tool for you to see all the issues
being considered in your state.
We hope you will enjoy using this new service of the AKC Government
Relations Department.
Any questions or comments regarding this new service should be directed
to the AKC Government Relations Department at (919) 816-3720 or doglaw@akc.org.
URGENT ACTION NEEDED BY ALL AKC CLUBS TO STOP TAIL DOCKING BAN
April 22, 2009
Dear AKC Club Members:
Attached
you will find a letter (MSWord) from Sheila Goffe, AKC’s Government
Relations Director, requesting your help in fighting a tail docking
ban that has been introduced in New York. This bill has significant
ramifications for all dog clubs nationwide, as it seeks to change
breed standards and punish anyone who even exhibits a dog with a docked
tail in New York.
Please modify one of the two attached sample letters (one is for NY
residents, the other for out-of-state clubs) and send to the members
of the New York Assembly Agriculture Committee. Click
here to read more about the bill and get contact information.
You may contact AKC’s Government Relations Department at (919) 816-3720
or doglaw@akc.org with questions.
Thank you for helping us fight this legislation!
AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB AND MOTEL 6 OFFER COST-SAVING DISCOUNTS TO AKC
REGISTERED DOG OWNERS
(March 3, 2009) NEW YORK – The American Kennel Club (AKC®), a
not-for-profit organization which maintains the largest registry of
purebred dogs in the world, today announced a special agreement with
Motel 6 and Studio 6 to offer all AKC registered dog owners a 10%
discount on room reservations nationwide.
To reserve a room and activate the discount, all AKC registrants
can log on to www.motel6.com and enter access code CP542764 for Motel
6 or visit www.staystudio6.com and enter the access code CP542765
for Studio 6 reservations.
“We are pleased to work with Motel 6 to offer AKC registered dog
owners discounts during these tough economic times,” said Dennis Sprung,
President/CEO, AKC. “Last year alone, the AKC sanctioned more than
20,000 events that drew more than three million entries. These added
savings will help AKC registrants find a comfortable place to rest
with their dogs on their way to and from competitive events or while
they are traveling on vacation."
“The AKC is the premiere organization that oversees the sport of
purebred dogs in the United States,” said Olivier Poirot, CEO for
Accor North America, Motel 6 and Studio 6. “Motel 6 has been pet friendly
since 1962, and we’re happy to offer AKC registered dogs and their
owners even more savings on our more than 1,000 properties across
the United States and Canada.”
Additional information on this program can be found online at http://www.akc.org/motel6_studio6/.
Contact:
AKC DIRECTOR OF JUDGING OPERATIONS PETER GAETA RETIRES
(Feb. 26, 2009) NEW YORK - The American Kennel Club® announced
today that Director of Judging Operations, Peter Gaeta will retire
on March 2, 2009. Gaeta joined AKC in 1999 as an Executive Field Representative
in the Fort Worth-Dallas area. In July 2005 he was promoted to Director
of Judging Operations and began working in the Raleigh AKC Operations
Center.
“Peter’s decade of dedication to AKC has left a positive mark on
the judging department and our organization,” said Darrell Hayes,
Vice President, Dog Show Judges. “He will be missed by his colleagues
and we wish him success in his future endeavors.”
Under his direction the department was expanded to include Judges
Education and Gaeta was responsible for implementing and streamlining
the AKC Judges Institute. In addition, he contributed to revisions
in the judging approval policy and process. He devoted much time to
addressing AKC kennel clubs and judges groups around the country and
helping them understand AKC policies and procedures. He has written
numerous articles for AKC and other fancy-related publications.
Gaeta has been a purebred dog enthusiast since the early sixties.
While his first purebred dog was a Pug, his time in the show ring
began with Great Danes. Later as a handler, Gaeta extended his expertise
to a great variety of breeds. During his tenure at AKC, he and his
wife Terri have enjoyed a house full of Bedlington Terriers. Gaeta
will retire to Charlotte, NC, where he will pursue a judging career
and return to what started it all: the search for a new puppy to play
with.
JOHN WADE APPOINTED TO DIRECTOR OF JUDGING OPERATIONS
(Feb. 26, 2009) NEW YORK - The American Kennel Club® is pleased
to announce the appointment of John Wade to Director of Judging Operations.
Wade’s background includes 50 years of involvement in the sport and
more than 20 years of business and management experience from various
professional roles in highly competitive industries.
“We are pleased to welcome John to his new position with the AKC,”
said Darrell Hayes, VP Dog Show Judges. “His deep knowledge of the
inner workings of the sport, tenure as an esteemed AKC judge and career
in business management brings extensive experience to the Judges department.”
John Wade became active in purebred dogs in 1959 when he purchased
a Dachshund for his mother on Mother’s day. Early on, he worked for
an AKC Licensed All Breed Handler and two terrier breeding kennels,
eventually becoming a Handler. He also enjoyed success as a breeder
and exhibitor of Dachshunds. Wade further pursued his interest and
became a multiple-group judge. Wade joined the AKC staff in 1999 as
a member of the executive field staff covering national specialty
shows, a position he held for two years before returning to his career
as an AKC judge. He gained approval to judge Best in Show, the Hound,
Terrier and Working groups, some Herding breeds and Junior Showmanship.
Wade’s background includes extensive club affiliation having held
every conceivable office in all-breed and specialty dog clubs, including
The Dachshund Club of America. Throughout his years in the sport and
despite his busy judging schedule, Wade remained connected to and
committed to breeding, raising and exhibiting Dachshunds.
AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB OFFERS NEW TRAINING PROGRAM TO MAKE YOUR PUPPY
THE S.T.A.R. OF THE COMMUNITY
(Feb. 23, 2009) NEW YORK - The arrival of a new puppy is an exciting
time for any household. But what happens if your cute, cuddly pup
turns into a chewing, barking, digging, and eating machine? Before
long it becomes clear that your new arrival means there's a lot for
you to do, and even more for him to learn.
To help all dog owners properly train their puppies, the American
Kennel Club® (AKC) has introduced the AKC S.T.A.R.sm Puppy Program
(www.akc.org/starpuppy). “S.T.A.R.” stands for what every puppy needs
– Socialization, Training, Activity and a Responsible owner. The program,
a natural precursor to becoming an AKC Canine Good Citizen,® provides
all dog owners with the early guidance needed to get their puppies
off to the best possible start in life and set them up to thrive as
adult dogs.
“Puppies learn things from the moment they open their eyes,” said
Mary Burch, Ph.D, AKC STAR Puppy and CGC Director. “We want to do
our part to make sure all puppies have a good life. Early training
and socialization along with teaching owners necessary skills is the
key to guaranteeing a puppy will become an upstanding family member,
a Rover who never roams, and a lover (not chewer) of your favorite
shoes.”
Owners can get started by enrolling in a six-week puppy or basic
training class that is instructed by an AKC Approved CGC Evaluator.
Classes include valuable training tips for puppy owners - such as
how to housetrain - and lessons on practical skills for puppies -such
as coming when called. The program is open to all dogs. Puppies can
begin training as soon as they have the necessary vaccines and they
can enroll in AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy at any point up until their first
birthday.
At the end of the training course, the CGC Evaluator will administer
the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy test. Upon passing, owners and their puppies
will be enrolled in the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Program and will receive
an AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy package which includes:
- A frameable certificate
- An Olympic style gold AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy medal
- AKC Puppy Handbook
- Discount enrollment in AKC Companion Animal Recovery
- Subscription to monthly e-mail newsletter that includes training
tips
Additional information on AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy can be found online
at www.akc.org/starpuppy.
Visit http://www.akc.org/events/cgc/cgc_bystate.cfm
to find a puppy training class in your area.
AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB SEEKS FANCIERS FOR 2009 AKC INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
New York, NY - The American Kennel Club® is seeking interns for
summer 2009. Students will be selected for paid eight-week internships
running June 1 - July 24, 2009 at either the New York headquarters
or the Raleigh operations facility.
The AKC's internship program aims to nurture the professional development
of college students with a profound interest in purebred dogs. The
program offers meaningful assignments that coincide with each student's
area of study, offering challenging work that will help to build each
participant's resume and complement his or her career goals. AKC's
summer internship program is a wonderful opportunity for everyone
involved," said Vicki Rees, AKC's AVP of Human Resources. "We
get the chance to prepare qualified, enthusiastic interns for possible
future careers with our company. And, the interns gain relevant work
experience that complements their educational focus and love of purebred
dogs."
Applicants should:
- Be accepted or enrolled in an accredited four year or two year college
- Have completed their first year of college before beginning the
internship
- Have a competitive grade point average
- Have past involvement or profound interest in the fancy
Our application package requires the following:
- AKC Application for the Summer Internship Program
- Cover Letter - including interest in the sport of purebred dogs
and applicant's thoughts on future employment with the AKC
- Resume
- Copy of applicant's current academic transcript
The application deadline is February 27, 2009. Applicants
should mail the completed package to:
The American Kennel Club
The Intern Program
P.O. Box 900060
Raleigh, NC 27675-9060
Please visit the Employment Section of the AKC web site at www.akc.jobs
for more information on the Intern Program, 2009 projects and instructions
on how to apply.
AKC CAUTIONS PET OWNERS TO KEEP AN EYE ON FIDO AT HOME AND ON THE
ROAD
The American Kennel Club® warned pet owners and breeders about
an alarming rise in dog thefts in recent months and offered tips on
keeping pets safe with an appearance on NBC’s Today Show earlier this
month. From parking lots to pet stores and even backyards, more dogs
are disappearing. In the first three months of 2008, the AKC has tracked
more than 30 thefts from news and customer reports, versus only ten
for all twelve months of 2007. Read
More... posted May 2008
AKC CANINE EXPERIENCE EDUCATIONAL EVENT
Please take a moment to recall how you got your start in the dog
world. Many of us experienced our first taste for the thrill of competition
at matches. Knowledgeable veterans shared their expertise and passion
about the sport. They became mentors and lifelong friends.
The AKC invites you and your fellow club members to join together
with other clubs in your area to share your knowledge, expertise and
enthusiasm for our wonderful sport with potential newcomers by conducting
an AKC Canine Experience (formerly called the AKC Education Match).
Read
More... Posted May 2008
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