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as Labradors, Vizslas, and German Wire-haired Scent work, Dock Diving, Barn Hunt, Trick Dog
Pointers because they are less intimidating and less Testing, and Therapy Dog certification are very
reactive when working in close quarters, and they popular. AKC initiatives in the past year include
have a desire to work all day. Some have suggested Club Development, more levels for Breeder of
that shelter dogs could fill the void, but the recipe Merit, revised Judges Approval process, Puppy
for success is purpose-bred dogs, those that are of Achievement, Junior Versatility Program, and
raised and trained for this work. The AKC formed allowing FSS to be shown in Junior Showmanship.
a Detection Dog task force in 2016 because it is Some have questioned if there are too many dog
good public relations for American breeders and shows. The answer is it depends upon the area.
it helps with the security of the country. There is a Specialty clubs are encouraged to work with all-
Detection Dog Conference scheduled for Durham, breed clubs which will help to increase entries.
NC in August. Multi-sport events are also a good way to attract
THE DELEGATES MEETING: new people to the dog world.
There was an overview of the State of the Sport. The votes on amendments to three sections of Rules
AKC offers 25 different sports and 20,000 licensed Applying to Dog Shows (wording clarifications)
events are held every year. Both conformation and were adopted.
obedience entries were declining but seem to be
The next meeting will be in Newark, September 24
going up now. Activities such as CAT, FastCAT,
and 25, 2018.

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