Advocacy & Legislation

Advocacy and accountability are important parts of improving safety for dogs. This section highlights discussions, legislation, and efforts aimed at promoting stronger protections and responsible care for dogs.

DPCA Reverses Rule to Allow Absent Top 20 Dogs To Be Honored

August 24, 2026

After tremendous pressure generated over the weekend, the DPCA Board and Top 20 Committee has unanimously reversed the unwritten and…

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AKC Issues New Policy in Leaving Dogs Unattended in Vehicles

July 16, 2026

Change To Policy at the AKC Change is happening within the American Kennel Club (AKC) following the death of Reign…

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Reign for Change Calls for Accountability Following the Tragic Death of Facility Dog Callie

July 2, 2026

Reign for Change is heartbroken by the tragic death of Callie, a beloved facility dog at Jon R. Bonfield Elementary…

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Aimee’s Law Introduced in Pennsylvania

April 28, 2026

Aimee’s Law Introduced in Pennsylvania State Senate State Senator Dan Laughlin introduced Senate Bill 1311, otherwise known as ‘Aimee’s Law’,…

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Dog Left in Hot Car: What California Law Says and Why It Matters

March 16, 2026

A recent report from the Sacramento Bee is drawing attention to an issue that continues to put dogs at risk…

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Reign for Change exists to protect dogs — always.

In honor of Reign, we champion humane handling, safe environments, stronger protections, and higher standards so preventable tragedies never happen again.

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