AKC investigates breeders on complaint and by the number of litters they produce, Hughes said. AKC can suspend only those who violate registration and identification rules, but his investigators can report kennels with substandard conditions or animal neglect to local humane agents. Registration papers are voided if the dog enters an animal shelter or rescue group, Hughes said. Papers should never be given tot he adopting family but should instead be returned to AKC with a note saying that the animal has entered a shelter or rescue. Legal aspects of rescue Cindy Goodman, an attorney involved in Siberian Husky rescue in Georgia, discussed contracts, incorporation, insurance, and other legal issues affecting rescue groups.
Rescue organizations can face criminal as well as civil charges.
Responses NAIA's first Purebred Rescue Symposium was an unqualified success according to those 47 participants who filed evaluation forms. Generally, respondents enjoyed the opportunity to network with each other and to discuss ideas that have worked or failed in other areas. All in all, participants were anxious to do it again. So we'll do it again. For two days.