[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 146 (2000), Part 12]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 17980]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]



                       DOGS IN SERVICE TO MANKIND

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                           HON. NITA M. LOWEY

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                      Tuesday, September 12, 2000

  Mrs. LOWEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to commend the American Kennel 
Club's celebration of ``Dogs in Service to Mankind.'' The American 
Kennel Club, established in 1884, is the world's largest purebred dog 
registry and the nation's leading not-for-profit organization devoted 
to the support of purebred dogs, responsible pet ownership and canine 
health.
  As well as providing invaluable and beneficial companionship to 
millions of Americans, purebred dogs have provided service to mankind 
for generations and in a myriad of ways. Only a few examples are the 
dogs who accompanied our servicemen in every war; who rescue Americans 
every year from fire, entrapment and drowning; and whose powers of 
scent enable them to locate lost children, dangerous chemicals and 
illegal materials.
  Dogs give vital assistance to the handicapped, ill and elderly, and 
these amazing creatures can even warn a person that a heart attack or 
epileptic seizure is about to occur. Many Americans have benefitted 
from the companionship and unconditional love that service dogs 
provide.
  So today, I join the American Kennel Club in its recognition of dogs' 
extraordinary capabilities. I am delighted to Join in honoring these 
wonderful animals whose service to humankind deserves our utmost 
appreciation.

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