1. How Can AKC and Parent Clubs Assist and Support Each Other General Session

2. How Can AKC Assist Parent Clubs

3. How can AKC assist Parent Clubs:
GET information to clubs and club members in a timely fashion;
GUIDE clubs through the AKC approval process:
FSS → Match Level (“B” and/or “A” matches) → License → Member Club status;

4. How can AKC assist Parent Clubs:
3) PROVIDE clubs with information such as that contained on AKC’s website dealing with AKC policies, the Glossary and Bylaws FAQs;
4) ASSIST clubs with the drafting of bylaw amendments and obtaining “pre-approval” for bylaw amendments;

5. How can AKC assist Parent Clubs:
5) HELP clubs in resolving bylaw-related disputes;
FURNISH clubs with historical information such as when the club was elected a “member club”;

6. How can AKC assist Parent Clubs:
OFFER information about economical group insurance programs designed to affordably meet the liability needs of AKC clubs, directors and officers:
Club Liability and Accident
Accidental Death or Disablement
Fidelity Crime Coverage
Directors and Officers Liability

7. How Can Parent Clubs Assist AKC

8. How can Parent Clubs assist AKC:
1) Provide AKC with the officer and club member data in a timely manner so when something arises that requires the club’s action or attention, the current officers will be notified directly and without delay;

9. How can Parent Clubs assist AKC:
2) Bring to the attention of the club’s Board of Directors any problem which is “brewing” for action –
if additional steps are required by The AKC, The AKC will be in a better position to review and evaluate all the arguments already presented on the matter;

10. How can Parent Clubs assist AKC:
3) Let us know your thoughts when a new local club for your breed has been formed for the purpose of becoming AKC-accredited.

11. Contact AKC with your concerns:
Club Relations Department
Phone: (212)