April/May ‘12 Vol. 7, Issue 4 $4.95 The Australian Cattle Dog (cover story on page 12) * Auction Action! * MPBA & IaPB Show Highlights * Legislative Updates Your litter registration fee helps the AKC and its affiliates do so many things for dogs everywhere. Getting new dog owners to register will do even more. KENNEL INSPECTION HEALTH RESEARCH LOST DOG RECOVERY SEARCH AND RESCUE We inspect thousands We have donated $20 We offer recovery We have donated over of kennels every year to million to fund sound services 24/7, 365 days- $3 million to Canine ensure the safety and scientific research to a-year, and have reunited Search & Rescue and welfare of dogs. prevent, treat and cure over 400,000 lost dogs pet-related disaster relief canine disease. with their families. & preparedness efforts. The American Kennel Club, working with its affiliates, is the only not-for-profit registry devoted to the health and well-being of all dogs. To date, breeder and owner registrations have helped us allocate over $30 million to fund programs for the betterment of dogs everywhere. WE’RE THE DOG’S CHAMPION. 2 • Kennel Spotlight * Apr/May ‘12 Special Offer! 30% Savings for AKC Breeders 30% savings on 25 count boxes of microchips. Shipping charges apply. Prices, programs and terms subject to change. 800-252-7894 www.akccar.org Proudly distributed by Hunte Kennel Systems, Revival Animal Health, MPBA and Lambert Vet Supply. Kennel Spotlight * Apr/May ‘12 • 3 4 • Kennel Spotlight * Apr/May ‘12 PUBLISHER Bob Hughes (417) 652-7540
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