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American Kennel Club stories: 4 news briefs
Malia's issues have AKC pushing 'hypo-allergenic' breeds; docs say there's no such thing
New York Times Nov 7, 08 2:08 PM CST
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Animal advocates are chomping at the bit to sway President-elect Obama’s choice of first dog, and they’re using daughter Malia's allergies to do it, the New York Times reports. The American Kennel Club suggests the Obamas buy a “hypoallergenic” breed like a poodle or Bichon Frise, but allergy specialists say there’s not really any such thing.
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AKC wants a poodle, PETA wants a mutt
Chicago Tribune Nov 5, 08 4:56 PM CST
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Barack Obama promised his daughters a dog after the election, win or lose. So it was no surprise when he told the girls during his acceptance speech they “have earned the puppy that is coming with us.” But what kind will the first family choose? Malia, 10, wants a “goldendoodle”—a mix of a golden retriever and a standard poodle, the Chicago Tribune reports.
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Beefy canine was last on list in 1935; lab is tops for 17th consecutive year
Associated Press Jan 17, 08 5:46 PM CST
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The bulldog has returned to the American Kennel Club's list of top 10 most popular American dog breeds for the first time since 1935, the AP reports. The Labrador retriever held on to #1—it’s been top dog for the past 17 years. Check out the other popular pooches: Labrador retriever Yorkshire terrier German sheperd
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Calif. legislation would require owners to 'fix' cats and dogs
Los Angeles Times Jul 10, 07 10:16 AM CDT
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Legislation that would require Californians to "fix" their cats and dogs has captured the state's attention, inspiring more more controversy than any other measure this year, including an assisted-suicide bill. TV legend Bob Barker backs the spay/neuter bill, but groups like the American Kennel Club don't want the state involved, the LA Times reports.
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