House Proceeding 12-14-09 on Dec 14th, 2009 :: 1:09:20 to 1:11:15
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Judy Biggert: this forward and my colleague from north carolina, mr. coble and 51 other their health as well -- for their help as well. i yield back the balance of my time. the speaker pro tempore: the chair recognizes the gentlewoman from illinois. mrs. biggert: i yield myself such time as i may -- i may consume. the speaker pro tempore: the

1:09:20 to 1:11:15( Edit History Discussion )
Speech By: Judy Biggert

1:09:38 to 1:10:01( Edit History Discussion )

Judy Biggert: gentlewoman is recognized. mrs. biggert: i rise in support of h.con.res. 160, honoring the american kennel club for its service throughout the united states. it operates the largest registry for purebred dogs in the u.s. and is the country's leading nonprofit organizations dedicated to the study of dogs and their care.

1:10:02 to 1:10:24( Edit History Discussion )

Judy Biggert: they have 609 member clubs and monitors 4,000 licensed an sanctioned clubs holding events under their rules and regulations. i did show one dog that i had one time, for a period of time, a bassett hound and in chicago, the american kennel club, at one of the shows. it's quite an experience to do

1:10:25 to 1:10:45( Edit History Discussion )

Judy Biggert: that and it's well-run and the american kennel club has take then lead in promoting responsible dog ownership and breeding practices as well as supporting thousands of volunteers across the country who teach safety to dog eeners in order to maintain the high standards for which the american kennel club is known

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Judy Biggert: they conduct over 5,200 kennel inspections each year. and as mr. price mentioned, youth ages 9 to 18 are enrolled in a national junior organizations, which helps communicate the proper handling of dogs and allows them to participate in shows at an early age.

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Judy Biggert: it's also created a health foundation, focused on the genetics of dog diseases and clinical study.