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 This was only an issue until AKC's sudden position reversal made it a Project.   You will now decide the future of the AKC and of the purebred dog.  That is not an understatement.  Nothing has so divided the fancy - ever.  As voter, as a member of a member club (with a Delegate who represents the club), YOU have the power to bring about the right  RESULT.  If you wait for others to act, the vote is over.  The future is decided.  Report The Position of your Club, Delegate, and Legislators.  Demand to be informed!  Remind them you are more than one vote, you have the power to influence over 60,000 people because now you have a voice. Yes, we will publish your support of PAWS too.  And remember, the uninformed owner thinks PAWS is a good thing so send this link to everyone!

Our purpose is to illuminate, not to burn.  Help us turn on the lights!

Pliney Clarifies on December 2005 Editorial, see what's been written

Reply to Senator Burr, this letter could/should be a model for everyone who has faced such an outrageous lack of PAWS representation as did Susan Wolf!

Gladstone - Inside PAWS As a member of AKC Board of Directors I have worked for months with our Chairman to fulfill AKC's pledge to help craft amendments to the Animal Welfare Act (AWA).

PETA Conspiracy An article from May 2002 still holds true today more than ever.

Good News Oct 14th PAWS Standoff  OK, the fat lady ain't singing yet but she's taking a deep breath.  From Bob Kane, we got 'em backing up!  Details and advice.

Picked The Wrong Horse AKC, HSUS, Santorum all mounted up.  Problem is, they know less about horses than they do about dog and cat owners.  When we received this cartoon, we knew those guys were in for a ride!  10/25/05

Cooke On Case - Against PAWS Inarguable from a legal, moral, or humanitarian point.  We invite anyone with credentials to "debate" this in-depth dissertation.  Sept 10, 2005

Holt - Cooke Debate Articles INDEX  Educational debate was to feature Jim Holt and Cindy Cooke for NCFDC member clubs and fanciers.  Cancelled, re-scheduled, then Holt withdraws, then...  official statements, exclusive interviews, even a fascinating story about how the 800  pound Gorilla interrupted the event but doesn't control the whole jungle.  A gourmet feast served in delectable bite-sized articles, just for our readers. dateline  Sept 6, 2005 plus updates

My Adventure At Delegates Meeting  Puts you "right there" and paints an interesting picture of how most people graciously accepted her presence until AKC officials almost had her arrested.  For this professional reporter, that's the story!! Cooke On Case - Against PAWS It is inarguable.  From a legal, moral, or humanitarian point.  We invite anyone with credentials to "debate" this in-depth dissertation.  9/15/05

DFOW Flyer AKC Given To Delegates
Well what next?!  This is the flyer given out the first day and for which the lady was almost arrested!!!  9/15/05

AKC, UKC & NCA Response to Rumors  Whispers of a "deal" between USDA and (take your pick) AKC or HSUS based on outsourcing theory. Exclusive Interviews!  Sept 6, 2005

YOU Are A Dealer - READ The Statute PAWS
If you think it doesn't affect you, Read The PAWS Act right here! We're willing to bet, YOU ARE A DEALER and don't even know it.

AKC Spin Or Education - YOU Decide As more speak out, it gets harder to know what to believe.  Here are some quotes from AKC officials about what they think PAWS says. Sept. 6, 2005

PAWS Proposed Amendments Santorum Says - If you sell a dog not born or raised on your property - you are a dealer.  If you have NO LITTERS but you sell any animal for $501.00, you are a dealer.  email this to your friends if they've been brainwashed into thinking it doesn't affect them because they only read AKC, HSUS, and DDAL press releases. 8/6/05

Project PAWS 2005  Why is PAWS considered the single most important battle in the history of hobby breeders??  Project: PAWS 2005 - INTRODUCTION  July 2005

PAWS and LAWS Editorial takes a hard look at what Santorum says, the money angle, what this may mean to IRS, and how many more dogs suffer abuse than are "rescued" or mercifully euthanized. 8/3/05

PAWS Bill = PAUSE For Thought  This Editorial pulled the plug that had held back a flood of the same questions. Suddenly those who had accepted the rhetoric began demanding answers. 7/25/05

Dr. Carmen Battaglia's PAWS Letter  AKC Director, GSDCA Delegate, the Dog Breeder's Breeder, Dr. Battaglia's calm reasoning can't be denied.

CFA Letter Provides AKC Board Member emails
Nothing could be easier!!!  Just copy and drop into a message to the board.  4 Board Members already oppose PAWS.  CFA is the AKC of the cat world and has led opposition with great success.

TICA Letter To Senate re PAWS Project: PAWS
If you don't know much about the Cat Registries, you are about to be impressed.  Hits the high points and takes the high ground!

Truth Of The Matter re PAWS  excerpts re the most explosive Legislation to ever affect companion animal breeders!  Who is Santorum? dateline July 24, 2005

Argument For Puppy Mills   If PAWS succeeds, we'll all know where to buy a puppy, the papers are full of them, blatant millers, multiple ads, multiple breeds, same phone number -  and where is the AKC? dateline August 17, 2005

SPCA Steals Animals ABC's  20/20 catches Texas SPCA stealing prize dogs and horses with cruelty warrants, then selling them.

ASPCA Credited With Possible Airlines Ban  Proudly ASPCA takes the credit for making it even more difficult for Hobby Breeders to get that puppy to its new family. 

Take the PAWS Legislation Test  Project: PAWS
If you think you already know about the new Act, you are in for a surprise.  This is serious stuff!

Bad News - Nov. 8 Hearing ALERT! We hardly had time to take a breath when we received notice of this sneaky move.  Did YOU hear it from AKC?  Our Editorial offices receive press notices but not a word on this. There's time to send another barrage of comment and the DPCA link makes it super easy.  Get busy now!

Albers on PAWS
Is there anyone in the country who is more in touch?  Probably not.  After weeks on the phone with Katrina coordination, so hoarse she could hardly talk, Diane cut to the facts.  Including what happens to the crates you donate, the dogs that get "moved" and well, stuff you didn't know but to begin to absorb. Sept 24, 2005

AKC's Presentation by Jim Holt
Sept 12th presentation addresses the contradictions in the proposed amendment and give assurance that will all be changed...

AKC Fiduciary Responsibility  Letter by Susan A. Schlenger, Esq. to AKC re Corporate responsibility in the face of overwhelming opposition to PAWS. dateline Sept 19, 2005

Pro-PAWS or No-PAWS?  The Pro-PAWS response was weak but perhaps because they avoid the facts like a chicken runs from a fox?  93% are against PAWS.  We selected the best and the most poignant comments.  If you are Pro-PAWS, speak up!  ThePollingPlace is closing folks, vote and comment now!

Know Thy Enemy - HSUS Public Enemy #1 No secretes here, the richest, most powerful, best "connected" radical animal rights organization in the U.S. describes itself!  Sept 6, 2005

Know Thy Enemy - PETA Public Enemy # 2 Know them  by their words and by their deeds.  Why has PETA been so uncharacteristically silent on PAWS?  Sept 6, 2005  alert!!! PETA soliciting funds to help Katrina victims - read!

Senator Santorum's Speech & Multiple Rebuttals
Here is the basis for AKC's CEO and its Legislative Rep misrepresenting PAWS to the fancy.  The Senator misquotes what his proposed amendment says.  Sept 5, 2005

The Fancy Wants To Know - 7 Questions
Hog-tied press afraid to ask?  No one answering these questions from the clubs and individuals so we're asking for answers for you.  Sept 5, 2005

Blackie Nygood Comments On PAWS Freelance writer looks at pro-PAWS side of coin and yellow journalism.  Sept 7, 2005

Really Big Questions on PAWS We will have more details, interviews and hopefully, comments from both sides next week.  The Raleigh debate, as we predicted, was NO CONTEST.  But it isn't over yet. dateline August 30, 2005

USDA Excludes Millers from AWA An interesting look back at just one little step that may have slipped by and led to PAWS!!  8/29/05

PAWS - If You Do Nothing Else  Ag. Comm. insider says How and why we must be effective now!! AUGUST almost gone and the horrible fact is - we  aren't writing!  Our dogs are about to be doggone and we're too busy filling out entries to write act on the Act??  8/23/05

PAWS have LEGS!  Coincidence?  Local LEGislation being introduced to coincide with PAWS' big splash??  Here's an outrageous Aug 2005 example .  Fayetteville NC Club, your ranks have been infiltrated by the enemy!  Read it to believe it! 

Legislative Contacts - What NOT to Write Project: PAWS Sponsors and supporters FAX numbers and mailing addresses and why you should write or FAX, not email. No form letters, just advice on how your letter can count for something.

Excellent Example of What TO Write Project: PAWS
Former Licensed Handler, Animal Control Officer, writes to Santorum, with questions she knows everyone would like answers to. 

UKC Weighs In On PAWS Project: PAWS
Thoughtful assessment of the regulations and what they really mean. From the office of the President - dog man, previous AKC Comm. VP

AKC President Trips With Santorum! Project: PAWS
Two Leaders, AKC President/CEO Sprung and Senator Santorum, campaign in Philly to sell PAWS act.  Met with Breeders and local Kennel Clubs at Eagle Farms.   dateline August 1, 2005

Stop Paws - A Logical Look  Sandberg asks questions which apparently have no answers but which makes this complex subject uncomfortably clear.  dateline July 31, 2005

Open Letter to Senate & AKC Project: PAWS
Haywood on economics, Animal Control and other regulatory laws that exist and apply to whoever PAWS is directed. dateline August 1, 2005

Placing The Blame - Why We Don't Need PAWS
This feature article has nothing to do with PAWS but we think all breeders and AKC should read it!!!  by Yorkie breeder, Dorothy Kendall