Reno Kennel Club All-Breed Dog Show
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 08/03/2023 - 8:26am
Event Date:
August 18, 2023 (All day) The Reno Kennel Club, Inc., was first incorporated in 1938 and the annual Reno Kennel Club All-Breed Dog Show has become a staple in the community, attracting exhibitors from 24 states to exhibit 125 different breeds in 2022.
The event is held at the Reno Livestock Event Center and features three days of conformation, juniors and beginner puppy classes. This event is popular among exhibitors for several reasons: Nevada is in Division 13 which requires a lower number of breed entries to build a major, which is a point system used by the American Kennel Club to obtain championship titles. For this reason, the Reno dog show is a favorite among exhibitors.
In addition, the show offers three days of National Owner-Handled Series, a separate competition for dogs that are exhibited by their owners. According to the America Kennel Club, more than 80% of show dogs are handled by their owners. To celebrate the dedication and enthusiasm of the owner-handler exhibitors the American Kennel Club created the AKC National Owner-Handled Series in 2018. The top 10 dogs in each breed are invited to attend the NOHS held at the prestigious AKC National Championship by Royal Canin in Florida on December 15th & 16th, 2023. The qualifying period for the NOHS is September 21,2022 through September 20, 2023.
The Reno Kennel Club, Inc., is pleased to announce the creation of the Reno Kennel Club, Inc. Scholarship Fund to be awarded in the amount of $500.00 each day to the Best Junior Handler. A Junior Handler is between the age of 9 and under 18. A Junior Handler must obtain a Junior Number prior to the day of the event to track their wins. A Junior Handler can also compete in regular conformation.
The Reno Kennel Club, Inc., also offers three days of Beginner Puppy, better known as BPup. This is open to AKC registered puppies between the ages of 4-6 months and is a relaxed, stress-free way to make your debut in the dog show world. It is also a great way for you and your puppy to socialize with other dogs and other dog lovers. You and you pup can work towards a Puppy of Achievement certificate or a Certificate of Merit in this competition.
The event features free parking and free admission. The show starts at 8 am and cumulates in the late afternoon with regular group competition and owner-handled group competition. There are seven groups in AKC: Herding, Hound, Toy, Non-Sporting, Sporting, Terrier and Working. The winner of each group then competes for Best in Show and Reserve Best in Show.
This is a great event for the whole family to attend. Make a day of it, come watch your favorite breed and cheer them on for Best in Show!!!!
