David Frei Resigns as Director of Communications for the Westminster Kennel Club
I have been asked and I have accepted the invitation to host Westminster once again (for the 27th year) this coming February 2016. You don’t have to miss me just yet!
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Westminster Kennel Club & American Kennel Club Set To Take Over NYC With “Meet & Compete”
The Westminster Kennel Club and American Kennel Club (AKC®) present Meet & Compete, featuring the 3rd Annual Masters Agility Championship at Westminster and AKC Meet the Breeds®, brought to you by Purina® Pro Plan®. This exciting joint event takes place on Saturday, February 13th at Piers 92 and 94 in New York City, and gives dog lovers the unique opportunity to meet and […]
The American Kennel Club Promotes Mari-Beth O’Neill And Keith Frazier
New York, NY – The American Kennel Club (AKC®) is pleased to announce the appointments of Mari-Beth O’Neill to Vice President of Sports Services and Keith Frazier to Vice President of Optimization and Support Services. “Through their years of dedication and demonstrated leadership they have helped us make strides in the sport and support services […]
Remembering Dr. Richard Greathouse
It is with great regret that we report the recent passing of Dr. Richard Greathouse of Taylorsville, KY. Dr. Greathouse was a very respected judge of all Hound, Working, Terrier and Herding Breeds, Best in Show, and Junior Showmanship. Before becoming a noted and popular judge, Dr. Greathouse successfully bred Collies, beginning in the 1950s. […]
USDA/APHIS Releases Q&A Guidance Document on Retail Pet Store Rule and Dog Importation
AKC Government Relations Legislative Alert Late yesterday, the U.S Department of Agriculture Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) released additional guidance in a Question and Answer format to assist pet breeders, brokers, adoption organizations, importers, transporters and other groups who may be subject to licensing under the federal Animal Welfare Act. The Retail Pet […]
K-9 Kraving Dog Food Has Announced a Voluntary Recall of Their Chicken Patties Dog Food Because The Product May Be Contaminated With Salmonella and Listeria
K-9 Kraving Dog Food has announced a voluntary recall of their Chicken Patties Dog Food shipped between July 13th – July 17th, 2015 because these products may be contaminated with Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes. Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes can affect animals eating the products and there is risk to humans from handling contaminated pet products, especially if they have not thoroughly washed […]
Salix Animal Health, LLC, Announces Voluntary Recall of One Lot of “Good ‘N’ Fun – Beefhide Chicken Sticks” Dog Treats Due to Possible Salmonella Contamination
Salix Animal Health, LLC today announced it has initiated a voluntary recall of one lot of “Good ‘n’ Fun – Beefhide Chicken Sticks” because it may have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. Salmonella can affect animals eating the product and there is risk to humans from handling contaminated products. Healthy people infected with […]
September Chairman’s Report
New York, NY – Every September, we take to our local communities with the rallying cry of responsible dog ownership and host over 600 RDO Day events across the country. Together with our participating clubs, we educate the public about everything we can offer them to put them on the path to being the best […]
The American Kennel Club Appoints Dr. Jerry Klein Chief Veterinary Officer
New York, NY – The American Kennel Club (AKC®) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Jerry Klein to Chief Veterinary Officer. Dr. Klein brings with him over 35 years of experience in the Veterinary field. Currently, he is the Supervising Veterinarian at the Chicago Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Center. He is an active […]
Event Cancellation – Devon Dog Show Association – Saturday, October 3, 2015
The Devon Dog Show Association in Ludwigs Corner, Pennsylvania on Saturday, October 3, 2015 has been cancelled due to severe weather conditions. Check back for further information.
