The Newfoundland Club of Northern California has reported as follows:

This recently came from the NCA Regional Club Liaison and the AKC.

Dear Dog Lover,

Bringing the message of AKC® Responsible Dog Ownership Day to life, the American Kennel Club® has announced the launch of the AKC Responsible Dog Owner Pet Promise. This 10-step oath is a reminder to both novice and veteran dog owners that raising a healthy dog is about more than just playtime and pampering. AKC petitions all dog owners to review the AKC Responsible Dog Owner Pet Promise and sign it electronically at http://www.gopetition.com/online/9290.html.