We are a dedicated group of pure-bred
dog lovers in the greater Lancaster area. Lancaster Kennel
Club, Inc., LKC, is a not-for-profit all-breed club consisting
of owners, breeders, and exhibitors of all breeds of pure-bred
dogs. Originally organized as the Lancaster County Dog Protective Association in 1921 to promote canine education for the community
of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, LKC has served dog lovers for
over 100 years. Incorporation as Lancaster Kennel Club occurred in 1945.
Lancaster Kennel Club has awarded
over $100,000.00 in Scholarships to Veterinary and Veterinary
Technician Students attending Institutions such as University
of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine, Virginia Tech
School of Veterinary Medicine, and Harcum Junior College to
name a few.
Latest News: News is updated frequently. Bookmark us
and stop by often!
2025 LKC Calendar of Events
Please visit our Calendar Page to view LKC's Schedule of Events for 2025. General Membership meetings in February, April, August, and October are open to the public. To view, Click here
Thank You To Lebanon County Commissioners Hotel Tax Grant Fund For Being The Major Sponsor Of The LKC Annual Agility Trials
The Hotel Tax Grant Fund is administered by the Lebanon County Commissioners. Grants are awarded to organizations that bring visitors to Lebanon County. Thank you to the Commissioners for awarding us a major grant to help fund our trials at "in the Net" on Palmyra on September 28 and 29, 2024.
Lancaster Kennel Club's Fast CAT Trials In Lampeter - Photos From The Event Available On Our Facebook Page
Stop by our Facebook Page to view photos from our 3 day Fast CAT Trial that took place June 28 - 30. Click here
DogSense At Drake's To Be Vendor At Our Fast CAT Trials - June 28 - 30
DogSense At Drakes, located in Lancaster, will be a vendor at our Fast CAT Trials June 28 - 30 in Lampeter, PA. Be sure to stop by and see their crates, leather leads and collars, and more. Visit them online to learn about their products here
LKC Supports The Lancaster County Sheriff's Department K-9 Department
LKC members and their dogs attended the Annual Lancaster County Sheriff's Department K-9 Department Motorcycle Ride on June 9. Those attending had the opportunity to talk to members about their breeds and meet and greet them up close and personal. In addition, members also donated $300 to support the Department's K-9 operation. Photos of the event can be seen on our Facebook page here
Red Rose Classic All Breed Show and Rally Winner's Photos Now Available On The Terri Hirsch Photography Website
Thank you to Terri Hirsch for photographing our show. Photos of the top dogs are available for viewing and purchase on her website here
Thank You To Fortitude Canine For Being A Major Sponsor Of The Red Rose Classic All Breed Show And Rally Trial
Fortitude Canine is sponsoring the top dog prizes at the Red Rose Classic. See the premium for exact details. In addition, be sure to visit them at our show or online to learn about their products here
Thank You To Lebanon County Commissioners Hotel Tax Grant Fund For Being The Major Sponsor Of The Red Rose Classic All Breed Show And Rally Trial
The Hotel Tax Grant Fund is administered by the Lebanon County Commissioners. Grants are awarded to organizations that bring visitors to Lebanon County. Thank you to the Commissioners for awarding us a major grant to help fund our show at the Lebanon Expo Center on May 11, 2024.
New PA Dog Modernization Law Goes Into Effect January 22, 2024
Bill 742, now known as Act 18 of 2023, goes into effect on January 22, 2024. Among the biggest changes are the requirement that all dogs be licensed at the time of purchase, either at 8 weeks (earliest legal date for purchase) or 3 months, whichever comes first. Those selling or offering dogs for adoption must provide a license application at the time of owner change. License fees are increasing as well. To find out more about the new regulations, follow the links below.
- Current laws in effect on the PA Department of Agricultural website can be found here
- A summary of the upcoming changes can be found here
LKC's Centennial Club Designation Recognized On TownLively.com
LKC's Recognition as a Centennial Club by AKC was featured in an August 23 online article on Townlively.com. Read the article here
LKC Recognized As Centennial Club By AKC
AKC recently recognized LKC as a Centennial Club for being in existence and affiliated with AKC for over 100 years. Originally formed as the Lancaster County Dog Protective Association in 1920, our name changed in 1945 when incorporated as Lancaster Kennel Club. To view some news stories from our early days, please visit our Facebook page here
AKC Canine Related Materials Available For Downloading
The AKC publishes a myriad of brochures, pamphlets, and reproducibles that available for downloading on their website. There are even materials geared for children of all ages. To download, visit here
LKC In The News and Event Photos
The 23rd Annual Red Rose Classic held in 1968 was recently featured in the LNP Sunday News' "Lancaster That Was" May 13 column. See the article and some junior handler photos here
Second Wednesday of February, April, August & October unless noted on Calendar Page
6:30 P.M.- Open To The Public
Manheim Township Public Library
Morgan Room B
595 Granite Run Drive
Lancaster, PA 17601
First Monday of odd numbered months unless noted on Calendar Page
6:30 P.M. - Members Only
Manheim Township Public Library
Morgan Room B
595 Granite Run Road
Lancaster, PA 17601
