GENERAL INFORMATION

 

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Origin

 

The Oshkosh Kennel Club, Inc. was established in July of 1963.  The Club was recognized as a Club of Record by the American Kennel Club on May 16, 1970.  The officers of the club consist of President, Vice President, Recording and Corresponding Secretaries, Treasurer, four additional Members of the Board of Directors and various Committee Chairpersons.

 

Affiliations

 

The Oshkosh Kennel Club is also a member of the Wisconsin Dog Federation. The Wisconsin Dog Federation is an organization  engaged in educational and legislative activities for the promotion of the welfare of dogs.

 

Objectives

 

The Oshkosh Kennel Club is a nonprofit organization with the following objectives:

a.     To advance the study, breeding and exhibiting of all breeds of purebred dogs.

b.     To provide information to the public about the breeding, registration, exhibiting and sale of all breeds of purebred dogs.

c.     To conduct dog shows, obedience trials and sanctioned matches under the rules of the American Kennel Club.

d.     To maintain standards of breeding and registration for the protection and advancement of all breeds of purebred dogs under the rules of the American Kennel Club.

e.     To institute and conduct classes in the procedures necessary for exhibiting in both the conformation and obedience, agility, and rally rings.

f.     To educate by providing dog owners information about

                    Health care and safety of dogs

                    Humane training of dogs

                    Fun things to do with dogs

 

Membership

 

The OKC welcomes new members at all times.  Membership is open to all persons 18 years or older who are in good standing with the American Kennel Club and who subscribe to the purposes of this club.   Dog ownership is not a requisite for membership.

 

Meetings

 

The Club meets at 7:00 P.M., the second Wednesday of each month at the Clubhouse, which is located at 220 W. Packer Avenue, just off Jackson Drive.  The public is invited.  Programs of interest to all dog owners and exhibitors are presented.  Social events are planned for the August and December meetings.

 

Training Classes

 

As part of its commitment to educate the public, the OKC holds conformation and obedience, agility, and rally classes.   Classes are held over an eight-week period several times a year.  All classes are taught by qualified and experienced instructors who are actively involved in dog training and showing.  Instructors attend various seminars to provide the latest information to their classes. 

 

In conformation class the owners of purebred dogs are taught the techniques for successful showing of their animals in AKC licensed shows.

 

Obedience, agility, and rally classes are offered to all dog owners.  Basic classes are recommended for owners to teach their pets to be better companions and "citizens".  Advanced classes are available for those wishing to prepare their dogs for AKC obedience titles.

 

AKC Events

 

The OKC holds two licensed shows every year.  The first show is usually the third Saturday in May and has the reputation for being among the finest in the area.  The second show is held in January.

 

An AKC sanctioned fun match is held in February.

 

In addition to the licensed shows and Fun Match, the Oshkosh Kennel Club hosts these AKC-sanctioned matches:

                Agility trials: January, April, and October

                Obedience and rally trials: January, July, May, October and December.

 

Further information about these events can be obtained from club members, Oshkosh Kennel Club's website, or phone (920) 233-5141.

 

Special Events

 

Canine Good Citizen

 

Periodically the Oshkosh Kennel Club offers a Canine Good Citizen Test open to all dogs.  By demonstrating that their dog is trained in the basic aspects of obedience and good citizenship a dog receives the privilege of using the AKC title "CGC" after its name.

 

Responsible Dog Ownership Day

 

As part of its public information program, the Oshkosh Kennel Club hosts Responsible Dog Ownership Day during the month of September.  This event is sanctioned by the American Kennel Club and attracts many dogs owners from Oshkosh and the surrounding area.  Many exhibits, vendors, games, and speakers make this a very interesting and informative day.

 

Newsletter

 

Our newsletter welcomes contributions from all club members.  It contains announcements of our meetings, special activities and information of general interest to dog owners.  Copies of the newsletter are available at the training site.

 

 

Club Awards

 

Special Award

 

Each December a Christmas Awards Banquet is held by the members of the Club.  At this time, owners of dogs who have attained an  AKC obedience, agility, or rally title, Bench or Field Championship receive the award.

 

  

Breeders Awards

 

Club members, who are breeders of dogs who have "finished" their titles during the year receive an award at this time. 

 

Rev. 11/06