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As Vice President, Government Relations for the American Kennel Club, Sheila Goffe leads the AKC’s efforts in the public policy arena, including working to protect the rights of all dog owners and promote responsible dog ownership. She oversees AKC legislative policy strategy and AKC outreach at the federal, state, and local levels. She also serves as AKC staff lead for the AKC Detection Dog Task Force, Service Dog Pass, and other key programs. Sheila joined AKC in 2006. Prior to working for the American Kennel Club, she was a Senior Legislative Analyst/Editor and Deputy Director of Editorial Product Development for Congressional Quarterly in Washington, DC. Previous experience included federal legislative staffing and advocacy, work as an editor and analyst for The Economist Intelligence Unit, and serving as an adjunct in Political Science/Comparative Politics at the State University of New York/Stony Brook. She also owns, breeds, and shows Siberian Huskies.


American Kennel Club (AKC)
The AKC Political Action Committee preserves breeds, advocates for responsible dog owners, and supports lawmakers who protect purebred dogs.


American Kennel Club (AKC)
AKC VP Sheila Goffe defends responsible breeders and the AKC’s proven record of canine care, health, and advocacy against extremist attacks.


Dog Show Community
Dog shows boost local economies and strengthen communities—learn how clubs can use this impact to educate and engage lawmakers.


American Kennel Club (AKC)
AKC and clubs engage lawmakers through events and advocacy, promoting responsible dog ownership and purebred preservation.


American Kennel Club (AKC)
Good laws protect dogs and uphold the rights of responsible owners. But alarmingly, too many recent animal laws erode the rights of owners.


Legislative Alerts
Anti-breeding laws in Ojai spark alarm. Learn how dog lovers can fight back with facts, advocacy, and AKC support.


Breed Conservation
Animal extremists are targeting dog breeders with radical “torture breeding” laws. Learn about their impact and the threat.


American Kennel Club (AKC)
Your vote matters! Learn how to support dog-friendly candidates and protect the rights of responsible dog owners in 2024.


American Kennel Club (AKC)
Discover the AKC Detection Dog Task Force’s efforts in boosting US-bred detection dogs for national security at home and abroad.


American Kennel Club (AKC)
Learn about the CDC’s new dog import rule effective August 1, 2024, its impact on purebred dog enthusiasts, and steps to comply.


American Kennel Club (AKC)
Learn about the New Hampshire bill aiming to criminalize breeding of dogs with ‘birth deformities’ threatening purebred dog breeding.


American Kennel Club (AKC)
Uncover the rising trend of using agency oversight to target dog breeders, revealing how recent legislation may undermine animal welfare and breeders’ rights.
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