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Club Membership
Why Join a Dog Club? There are nearly 5000 dog clubs in the United States that hold affiliated events under the umbrella of the American Kennel Club for competition by AKC registered dogs. Some are national parent clubs, others local specialty clubs, and still others are devoted to a broad variety of events from agility to obedience and tracking, from field trials to lure coursing and herding tests and trials. Many clubs meet monthly, others bi-monthly, and yet others meet more infrequently. All were formed by a diverse group of dog lovers who share th common interest of raising, training, breeding and competing with purebred dogs. These clubs not only further the sport of purebred dogs, but also many strive to promote and protect dogs in their communities, share in educational programs, sponsor training classes and health clinics, and operate a rescue network, as well as responsible breeder locator service. Some clubs are AKC members, others are licensed/sanctioned to hold events. There are over 500 member clubs that meet AKC's membership requirements, hold AKC member events at which AKC titles may be earned, and have duly elected or appointed Delegates who represent the club at quarterly meetings of the delegate body; licensed clubs meet certain requirements to be able to offer events which are in all respects identical to AKC member events, but licensed clubs do not have delegate representation; and sanctioned clubs are those in the process of fulfilling requirements to become licensed clubs and sponsor match events,where dogs gain experience but not titles. Our Club The German Shepherd Dog Club Oklahoma is a regional Member Club of the German Shepherd Dog Club of America, the national breed club for German Shepherds. We are licensed by the American Kennel Club to offer specialty conformation shows and junior showmanship competition, all-breed obedience and all-breed rally events. We conduct obedience and conformation training for any breeds. We welcome anyone who is interested in learning more about the German Shepherd Dog. Ownership of a German Shepherd is not required. You must attend two club meetings before applying for membership. Membership dues are $10 per year for an individual or $15 for a family membership CLICK HERE For a membership application. Member Profiles Click on a club member's name to visit their web page or website. (Still working on the ones without the underlines) Carol Smith - Arrowhead German Shepherds Mia Murray and Lauren Schmitz - LaureMi Kennels Kathryn Kicenski - Gerene Kennels Susan Curren - Stardust Shepherds Mary Searle - Jak-Mar Christine Taylor - Pineywoods Delma and Lee Bowen - Regal Shepherds Stephanie Simpson - Vom Simpsonhaus German Shepherds Ralph and Carol Kooken - BridgeCreek German Shepherds Jan Troxell and Bonnie Smith - Stillwaters German Shepherds Nancy Norris - Guardian Kennel Karen and Shawn Dillow - Sandroc German Shepherds Carmen Herbel-Spears - Tabu at XP Farms |
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