2012 Events Calendar
February 18-March 24, 2012 (Saturdays Only)
Conformation Handling Classes
$60 • Session One at 12 noon or Session Two at 1 pm • Spokane Dog Training Club, 2620 North Locust, Spokane Valley
The Spokane Kennel Club six-week conformation handling class will allow handlers the opportunity to practice their dog in a controlled show-like setting and work with an instructor to improve their ring presence. For more information, contact Janet Adams, Handling Class Facilitator.
March 31, 2012
2012 Spokane Kennel Club AKC Sanctioned B Match, All-Breed Conformation and Obedience Dog Show
$10 entry fee per class, entry closes March 28 • 9 am–4:30 pm • Spokane Dog Trainer's Club, 2620 Locust, Spokane Valley
This event is a practice dog show for beginners and the experienced to showcase their puppies and dogs or for those who may want to learn more about dog shows. At our AKC sanctioned B match, the less experienced AKC registered dogs and puppies from ages 6 months and up and beginners are encouraged to participate. Spokane Kennel Club members look forward to this event yearly as we showcase our new puppies, become embarrassed with their antics and have lots of fun. We invite other dog lovers to join us in this often hilarious show! Ribbons are awarded and winners continue on to "Best in Show."
More Info: Chris Moore or Barbara Nelson (509) 328‑7652.
May 25-27, 2012
2012 Spokane Kennel Club AKC Dog Show, All-Breed Conformation and Obedience
Free Admission ($5 fee for parking) • 8 am–5 pm • Spokane County Fair and Expo Center, Spokane Valley
Featuring over a thousand dogs, this event is fun for the whole family! Top show dogs from across the country will descend upon Spokane on Memorial Day weekend to compete for the impressive title of Best in Show. First held in 1903, the Spokane Kennel Club Dog Show is one of Spokane's oldest and most prestigious sporting events. Don't miss North America's smartest canines who will be competing in the Spokane Kennel Club's Obedience trials. For additional information, contact Barbara Nelson (509) 328-7652, Show Chairman.
September 23, 2012
2012 AKC Responsible Dog Ownership Day
Free Admission • 10:30 am–4:00 pm • Valleyfest, Mirabeau Point Park in the Spokane Valley
The AKC and the Spokane Kennel Club are committed to helping dog owners raise happy, healthy dogs that can be kept for the pet’s entire lifetime. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to learn more about your dog and celebrate the human-canine relationship with AKC Responsible Dog Ownership Day! For more information, contact Jacquie Witham.
- Meet many different AKC breeds.
- Your dog can become an AKC Canine Good Citizen! Take the 10-step test to certify your dog for just $5.
- Demonstrations: Agility, Flyball, Obedience, and more.
- Many local kennel clubs as well as rescue groups.
- Free dog goodie bags for the first 200 families attending!