2010 Summit Speaker Synopsis Part X

The International Summit for Urban Animal Strategies Presents:

Homing Practices Amongst Canadian Canine Breeders

Presenter: Lee Steeves, Canadian Kennel Club

In this thought-provoking and fact-filled presentation Lee Steeves will provide an in-depth look at the demographics of Canadian Kennel Club dog breeders. She will examine some of the basic characteristics of dog breeders and what makes them unique. Further discussion about the CKC's Code of Ethics and Breeder Code of Practice will shed light onto this important but often misunderstood segment of the companion animal industry.


Steeves will also delve into some of the 'Why's and How's' of the CKC's Breeder Focus: what steps are being taken to ensure breed improvement; breeder and public education; and some of the challenges faced into today's environment.


Looking to the future of the CKC and dog breeders, Steeves will discuss topics such as market share, media focus, validation of breeding stock and the supply/demand chain.

ABOUT LEE STEEVES

Lee Steeves and her husband, Ken Curren, own Regalridge Kennels, a dog breeding and boarding facility located just outside of Halifax, Nova Scotia. They actively breed and show Airedale and Welsh Terriers.

From a professional perspective, Steeves is retired from senior management in the Federal Public Service, having managed large organizations within several federal departments for most of her career. After leaving public service, Steeves became active in community affairs and has chaired the County's Regional Economic Development Board, the CAP Committee and has developed and presented basic computer training skills programs for seniors in her community. She also works part time as a communications consultant in the areas of government and private sector policy and training.

Steeves has also been active in the dog community for several decades. Her impressive list of credits includes: Past President of the Atlantic Terrier Association and the Welsh Terrier Association of Canada;  Editor of American Airedale magazine; and a member in good standing  of several national and international dog clubs. A long-standing member of the Canadian Kennel Club, she is the current Chair of the association's Board of Directors and has acted as Chair of the Strategic Planning and the Responsible Dog Ownership Committees, as well as a number of other CKC Councils.

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