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AN ACT designating the state dog breed. 1
WHEREAS, the Treeing Walker Coonhound is a native Kentucky dog breed, 2
developed in the 19th century by two Kentucky breeders, John W. Walker and George 3
Washington Maupin; and 4
WHEREAS, the Treeing Walker Coonhound is a hunting breed known to chase 5
quarry into trees, thus giving hunters a clear shot at game; and 6
WHEREAS, the Treeing Walker Coonhound is known for hunting raccoons, but is 7
also used for hunting other game, including animals ranging in size from rodents to bears; 8
and 9
WHEREAS, Treeing Walker Coonhounds are fast, sensible hunters with clear, 10
ringing bugle voices; and 11
WHEREAS, Treeing Walker Coonhounds locate their quarry quickly by following 12
the freshest scent available, and they also exhibit superb endurance; and 13
WHEREAS, Treeing Walker Coonhounds are also great companion dogs, known 14
for their loyalty and intelligence, kindness to children, and ability to get along with other 15
dogs; and 16
WHEREAS, the Treeing Walker Coonhound became a recognized breed of the 17
American Kennel Club in January 2012, and referenced by the AKC as "the people's 18
choice" among coonhounds; 19
NOW, THEREFORE, 20
Be it enacted by the General Assembly of the Commonwealth of Kentucky: 21
ď˘SECTION 1. A NEW SECTION OF KRS CHAPTER 2 IS CREATED TO 22
READ AS FOLLOWS: 23
The Treeing Walker Coonhound is named and designated as the official state dog of 24
Kentucky. 25