Local Ordinances

Jackson TN Seeks To Impose Anti-Pet Ordinance & Criminalize Dog Ownership

The Jackson, Tennessee city council is considering an anti-pet ordinance that criminalizes... [Read More..]


Mashpee, MA Residents Urge Discriminatory Anti-Pet Law & Pitbull Ban

The Town of Mashpee, MA  is urging the City Council to adopt an anti-pet law, including... [Read More..]


South Charleston, WV Pushes Breed-Specific Anti-Pet Ordinance

Mayor Mullens of South Charleston, WV is urging the City Council adopt an anti-pet... [Read More..]


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State Bills

North Carolina SB 460 – Anti-Pet Bill Criminalizes Dog Ownership

North Carolina Senate Bill 460 is an anti-pet bill sponsored by Sen. Don Davis and... [Read More..]


OH HB 124 – Anti-Pet Bill Criminalizes Dog Ownership & Hobby Breeders – Robert F. Hagan and W. Carl Weddington

Ohio anti-pet bill Ohio HB 124, sponsored by Robert F.Hagan and W. Carl Weddington,... [Read More..]


Protect Your Pet! Sign The PetPac Petition to Oppose Anti-Pet California Senate Bill 250

Pets and pet owners in California are at risk! Just say NO to anti-pet laws like... [Read More..]


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Federal Bills, Laws & Policies

Puppy Uniform Protection Statute (PUPS) Legislation – AKC

American Kennel Club News Article Puppy Uniform Protection Statute (PUPS) Legislation Introduced in US Congress Date of Article: September 25, 2008 The Puppy Uniform Protection Statute (PUPS) has been concurrently introduced in the US House of Representatives last week as H.R. 6949 and in the Senate as S.3519. The legislation will require that any breeder... [Read more about Federal Laws]


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ARC's Official Response

American Rottweiler Club Formally Opposes Pit Bull Ban In Whitehall, Ohio American Rottweiler Club Formally Opposes Pit Bull Ban In Whitehall, Ohio

The American Rottweiler Club sent a formal letter of opposition to the Mayor and members of the Whitehall, Ohio City Council with regard to a proposed anti-pet ordinance which includes a “pit bull” ban. July 13, 2009 Mr. Brent Howard President, Whitehall City Council 360 S. Yearling Rd Whitehall, OH 43213 RE: “PIT BULL” BAN –... [Read more of this ...]


American Rottweiler Club Formally Responds To California Anti-Pet Bill CA SB 250 By Dean Florez American Rottweiler Club Formally Responds To California Anti-Pet Bill CA SB 250 By Dean Florez

The American Rottweiler Club’s formal letter of response to California’s  anti-pet bill CA SB 250 sponsored by Senator Dean Florez.  The text of our letter is below: July 7, 2009 The Honorable Kevin de Leon VIA FAX Chair, Assembly Appropriations Committee California State Assembly State Capital Sacramento, CA  95814 RE:  CALIFORNIA 250... [Read more of this ...]


The American Rottweiler Club’s Formal Letter Of Opposition To Anti-Pet Bill NC SB 460 The American Rottweiler Club’s Formal Letter Of Opposition To Anti-Pet Bill NC SB 460

The American Rottweiler Club formally responds to North Carolina’s anti-pet bill SB 460, sponsored by Senator Don Davis.  The text of our letter is below. July 7, 2009 The Honorable Don Davis VIA FAX:  916-327-2188 North Carolina Senate 300 N. Salisbury Street, Room 525 Raleigh, NC 27603-5925 RE: NORTH CAROLINA SB 460 – OPPOSED Dear Senator... [Read more of this ...]


SPECIAL REPORT – Investigation and Analysis Of Veterinary Literature Regarding Ear Cropping and Tail Docking SPECIAL REPORT – Investigation and Analysis Of Veterinary Literature Regarding Ear Cropping and Tail Docking

BACKGROUND: Details the violations of civil rights and an array of negative consequences for innocent dogs and pet owners as a result of the AVMA revised policy regarding ear cropping and tail docking. FREE DOWNLOAD OF ENTIRE ARC SPECIAL REPORT -  CLICK THE ADD TO CART BUTTON BELOW The Impact of Animal Rights Extremism Upon the Veterinary Profession... [Read more of this ...]


American Rottweiler Club Responds To The AVMA On Revised Ear Crop and Tail Dock Position American Rottweiler Club Responds To The AVMA On Revised Ear Crop and Tail Dock Position

BACKGROUND: In November of 2008, the AVMA changed its policy regarding ear cropping and tail docking, calling for the removal of these in the breed standards. While seemingly innocuous on the surface – this change lays the foundation for the criminalization of dog ownership. See our letter below – then read the report. FREE DOWNLOAD OF ENTIRE... [Read more of this ...]


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