California Update: Two Law Enforcement K-9 Bills Do Not Advance
Saturday, August 31, marked the close of California’s 2024 legislative session. Throughout the session American Kennel Club (AKC) has closely watched two bills that would affect how law enforcement K-9s are deployed in the state. Although the bills advanced out of the state Assembly, neither were voted on by the full state Senate; and neither […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/california-update-two-law-enforcement-k-9-bills-not-advance/
| September 9, 2024
Sherwood, AR: Proposal to End Breed Discrimination Withdrawn
A proposed ordinance that would have lifted restrictions on ownership of “pit bull” dogs in Sherwood, Arkansas, has been withdrawn. As a result of this action, Sherwood’s animal ordinance continues to prohibit the ownership of: Pit Bull Terriers Staffordshire Bull Terriers American Pit Bull Terriers American Staffordshire Terriers American Bull Dogs Mixed breed dogs with […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/sherwood-ar-proposal-end-breed-discrimination-withdrawn/
| September 4, 2024
Colorado: Ft. Collins to Consider Pet Sale Restrictions on September 3
The Fort Collins City Council is expected to vote on Tuesday, September 3, on a proposal that will restrict pet sales in the city. As currently written, the proposal would ban the retail sale of dogs and cats in the city, with the exception of shelters and rescues. “Hobby breeders” are also exempt, so long […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/colorado-ft-collins-consider-pet-sale-restrictions-september-3/
| August 30, 2024
DeKalb County, GA: Litter Permits and Dog Breeder/Seller Restrictions Deferred to October
The DeKalb County Board of Commissioners deferred consideration of a proposed ordinance that would, among other provisions, enact litter permits and impose restrictions on breeders and individuals who sell/transfer dogs. Revisions to the proposal are in process, and it will be on the agenda October 8, 2024. It is important for DeKalb County commissioners to […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/dekalb-county-ga-litter-permits-dog-breeder-seller-restrictions-deferred-october/
| August 29, 2024
DeKalb County, Georgia: Litter Permit and Breeding Restrictions on Agenda Tuesday, 8/27/24
The DeKalb County Board of Commissioners is scheduled to consider a problematic litter permit and pet sales ordinance at its Tuesday, August 27, 2024, meeting. It is important for commissioners to hear from constituents with concerns about this vague, overreaching proposal. Scroll down for meeting and contact information. Among numerous other requirements, the proposed county […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/dekalb-county-georgia-litter-permit-breeding-restrictions-agenda-tuesday-8-27-24/
| August 23, 2024
Hawaii: Support Proposed Animal Education and Training Complex
Background On June 12, 2024, the City and County of Honolulu took ownership of approximately 400 acres of former Navy-owned land of Kalaeloa for public park and public recreational area purposes. The City and County of Honolulu will have jurisdiction of the area, with the National Park Services (NPS) overseeing compliance with covenants and agreements […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/hawaii-support-proposed-animal-education-training-complex/
| August 22, 2024
Kansas Seeks to Update Animal Facilities Regulations, Including Dog Breeders
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 […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/kansas-seeks-update-animal-facilities-regulations-including-dog-breeders/
| August 19, 2024
Texas: McAllen Increases, Passes Pet Ownership Limit
Last week, the McAllen City Commission approved an ordinance to limit the number of pets a resident may own to a maximum of 8 adult dogs and cats plus one litter of puppies or kittens. An owner can own more than 8 animals if they apply for a permit from the city. The Commission originally […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/texas-mcallen-increases-passes-pet-ownership-limit/
| August 19, 2024
Indiana Update: Indianapolis Intact Dog Registry Goes to Mayor
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) […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/indiana-update-indianapolis-intact-dog-registry-goes-mayor/
| August 14, 2024
Texas: McAllen Considers Ordinance Limiting Pet Ownership
In late July, the McAllen (TX) City Commission considered an ordinance to limit the number of pets a resident can own to a combined maximum of four adult dogs and cats plus one litter of puppies or kittens. At the July 22 meeting, commissioners decided to table the proposal and planned to revisit these discussions […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/texas-mcallen-considers-ordinance-limiting-pet-ownership/
| August 7, 2024