[ SHOWGSD-L ] info from AKC re Nightline show
- From: Bokenkampgsd1@xxxxxxx
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- Date: Fri, 27 Feb 2009 16:13:39 EST
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American Kennel Club
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Dear Molly Snider,
The American Kennel Club would like to correct some misinformation that is
circulating within the fancy. We would appreciate your assistance in
spreading the word about the facts on this issue.
The AKC is aware that NIGHTLINE, which airs on ABC, is pursuing a story on
canine health, including breeding. The AKC welcomes all constructive dialogue
about the sport and on ways to improve the health of dogs. However, all
indications are that the story will not be a fair and balanced look at the
issues. With the guidance of our advisors, the AKC declined to participate
but
instead provided NIGHTLINE with an official statement:
"The American Kennel Club is the nation's leading not-for-profit
organization devoted to canine health, breeding and responsible dog ownership.
The AKC's
breeding policies and high ethical standards have made us the most widely
respected registry in the world. Each year, the AKC performs approximately
5,000 kennel and breeder inspections to ensure the proper care and conditions
of
dogs and has led the charge in regards to advancing canine health,
including founding the AKC Canine Health Foundation in 1995. Since that time,
$22
million has been given to more than 500 research projects at 74 vet schools
and
research institutes worldwide to improve the health of all dogs."
It has also come to our attention that some individual AKC constituents have
been approached for interviews or may be approached at dog shows. In this
event we recommend politely declining the interview and referring their
requests to the AKC's Communications dept at _communications@xxxxxxxx
(mailto:communications@xxxxxxx) or 212-696-8343.
You may also direct those interested in this topic to _www.akcdoghealth.com_
(http://mail5.akc.org/track?type=click&mailingid=707&messageid=823&databaseid=
753&serial=1200945602&emailid=bokenkampgsd1@xxxxxxx&userid=1598&extra=&&&akcdo
ghealth&&&http://www.akcdoghealth.com) for pertinent information.
American Kennel Club Communications
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Molly
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Member GSDCA, GSDCC, GSDC of Beaumont (recording secretary), Life member CKC
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