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UNITED KENNEL CLUB
hosts the
Inaugural
Dog Registry Conference October 4 and 5, 2006
United Kennel Club, in cooperation
with other leading dog registries from the world of pure-bred dogs,
announces the Inaugural Pure-Bred Dog Registry
Conference in Kalamazoo,
Michigan. The conference will
bring
together the country’s most respected and recognized dog registries
in an effort to share, learn and explore the future of pure-bred
dogs.
The initial
list of attendees includes numerous all-breed registries
as well as several major single-breed organizations, collectively
representing millions of dog breeders and owners. Representatives
anticipate that the conference will result in better cooperation and
communication among the leading organizations in the field of
pure-bred dog registration.
UKC president
Wayne R. Cavanaugh, along with other industry leaders, coordinated
the summit in an effort to strengthen relationships among pure-bred dog organizations.
“The
competition between pure-bred dog registries can at times slip into
a pattern of one-upmanship resulting in an environment that
overshadows our true pursuit, which should be providing owners and
their dogs with opportunities to compete and interact together.”
suggests the UKC president. Mr. Cavanaugh went on to further
explain,
“Our intent in coordinating this
conference was to have the leading dog registries meet and discuss
our common interests and the unique challenges facing our industry.
It’s an opportunity for us to pool our collective knowledge in an
effort to ensure a bright future for pure-bred dog registration and
events.”
Scheduled events will be coordinated to maximize interaction
between participating organizations and will begin with a reception on Tuesday evening. Informational
presentations and seminars are scheduled for Wednesday. Thursday
will feature sessions devoted to establishing plans for future
agendas and conferences. The Inaugural Conference will conclude with summary
reports presented during a luncheon Thursday afternoon. The summit
will be held at the Radisson hotel which is located in downtown
Kalamazoo and offers excellent accommodations including fine dining and superior meeting facilities.
For
more information contact:
mthrelfall@ukcdogs.com or
traab@ukcdogs.com
Initial List of Invitees
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American Border Collie Association
Mr. Mike Neary, President
mneary@purdue.edu
(765) 563-3982 |
American Field (Field Dog Stud Book)
Mr. Bernard Matthys, Managing Editor
amfieldpub@att.net
(312) 663-9797 |
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American Kennel Club
Mr. Dennis B. Sprung, President
(919) 233-9767
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American Rare Breeds Association
Dr. John Slack, President
drslack@verizon.net
301-868-5718
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Australian Shepherd Club of America
Mr. Jerry Aufox, President
aufox@rcn.com
847-432-1927 |
Jack Russell Terrier Club of America
Mr. Glen Churchfield, Chairman
gchurchf@columbus.rr.com
(410) 561-3655 |
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Leonberger Club of America Inc.
Mary Decher
rmdecher@hotmail.com
425-885-1305 |
Master of Foxhounds Association of North America
Mr. Mason Lampton, MFH, President
mlampton@standardconcrete.org
(540) 955-5680 |
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Master of Foxhounds Association of North America
Lt. Col. Dennis J. Foster (USA, Ret.) Executive Director
dennis@mfha.com
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National Canine Association
Lt. Col. Wallace Pede(USAF Retired) President
karen@nationalcanine.com
(703) 451-1948 |
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Professional Kennel Club
Mr. Larry Meeks, President
PKCMembership@Prohound.com
(800) 238-5009 |
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The National Greyhound Assoc.
Mr. Gary Guccione, Ex Director
nga@ngagreyhounds.com
785-263-4660 |
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The
United Kennel Club is the largest all-breed performance-dog registry
in the world, registering dogs from all 50 states and 18 foreign
countries. More than 60 percent of its 12,000 annually licensed
events are tests of hunting ability, training and instinct. The
United Kennel Club prides itself on its family-oriented, friendly,
educational events. To find out more about UKC registration and
events, call or visit our website. Phone: (269) 343-9020; Fax: (269)
343-7037;
www.ukcdogs.com
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