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ABOUT LKC
Looking for a breeder?
The LKC Breeder Referral line is only for information
on AKC recognized breeds. Requests for ‘designer’
or other mixed breeds cannot be replied to as they are not
recognized. If you have any question on your breed’s
standing please use this link to the AKC.
Email our Breeders Referral Service
We'll be happy to assist.
Dog enthusiasts, pet stores, puppy mills.
It's all so confusing but we can explain.
What is a breeder?
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Find a responsible breeder
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Lancaster Kennel Club History
For over 70 years, the Lancaster Kennel
Club, Inc. has served dog lovers in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania.
In 1945, Mr. George H. Hartman, one
of the foremost Terrier breeder/judges of his day, gathered
a group of serious dog fanciers together to form a show-giving
kennel club.
In one year this group held two match
shows, secured a license from the American Kennel Club to
offer its first all-breed point show, and developed a membership
of over 100 canine enthusiasts.
In 1949 the Lancaster Kennel Club
was elected into the American Kennel Club as a full voting
member club by unanimous vote.
Our first point show was held on Mother's
Day, May 12, 1946, with 539 entrants representing 61 breeds/varieties
of dogs. The Best in Show was awarded to a Wire Fox Terrier,
Ch. Trucote Surprise, owned by Mrs. Leonard Smith. On the
14th of May 1995, we celebrated our 50th point show with 2280
entries in 141 breeds/varieties of dogs. Best in Show was
awarded to a Wirehaired Dachshund, Ch. Starbarrack Malachite
SW, owned by Mrs. Alan R. Robson and & Elizabeth Heywood.
Today's point shows have grown to
almost five times the size of the original show and now include
classes in Obedience and Junior Showmanship.
In 2005 an Agility Trial was added
to our offerings. In 2007, the Lancaster Kennel Club and the
Delaware County Kennel Club joined forces with the York Kennel
Club to offer the Celtic Classic, a five day cluster,
in the Toyota Arena and Memorial Hall at the York Exposition
Center (the old York Fairgrounds) in York, PA.
Through the years, the LKC has continued
to educate its members and the public about canine health
and welfare. We actively, promote responsible legislation
and education for the residents of Lancaster County, the Commonwealth
of Pennsylvania, and the Nation.
In additon to our point shows, current club events include annual
micro-chip clinics, a breeder referral program, providing veterinary scholarships,
and offering educational
programs and seminars for our membership and the community focused Responsible Dog Ownership Day in September.
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