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September 25-26: CKC Lure Coursing + Field Conformation Show on Sept 25. Lavington/Lumby area. Open to approved sighthound breeds only. Qualifying score must be achieved in lure coursing on Sept 25 to participate in the conformation show later that day. Limited unofficial singles runs will be available.
October 1-3: CKC agility trials. Evening only on Friday, full days Saturday-Sunday. Kelowna. Open to dogs of all breeds will appropriate CKC number (e.g. CKC registration, canine companion number, performance event number, temporary competition number, etc.).
We hope to see you there! COVID-19 protocols will be dependent on the latest public health orders and guidelines.
Although spring 2021 ended up much like spring 2020 with event cancellations, we have something to celebrate! CKC's Top Dogs for *2019* have been released. Many of the top lure coursing hounds and agility dogs (and their handlers) have graced our trials with their presence and we're so thrilled to see their accomplishments 🤩 Please join us in congratulating all of our local Top Dogs--and the ones who had travelled great distances to both compete and support our little club. 🥳 Thanks to all of our volunteers and judges as well, we couldn't do it without you. Here's hoping we can host you again in the fall.
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The Top Show Dogs system awards one point for every dog defeated from Best of Breed competition to Best in Show. Top Dogs are ranked according to the Top 5 in each breed, the Top 10 in each group, and...Well folks, probably not a big surprise but we are cancelling/postponing our April 2-4 Agility Trials. Current public health orders do not allow for events such as these, those dates are fast approaching, and we are doubtful that the province will open up for 50 person events just in time for Easter weekend. We really hope to run some smaller events this summer and have an excellent weekend of agility October. Thank you to everyone who has shown an interest in CKC agility and in supporting our club.
Currently, the May 8-9 Lure Coursing trial for sighthounds is still planned but we will have to keep an eye on the provincial guidelines. Now that some outdoor groups are allowed, we will also try to have some lure practice when possible. These will likely be members-only practices so be sure to join the club if you are interested!
UPDATE re: events, practices, and puppies! We are moving ahead with planning our 2021 spring agility and lure coursing trials. CKC has approved agility in Kelowna April 2-4 (yes, this is Easter weekend) with Kiersten Lloyd and Kirsten Locke set to judge for us. We've also sent in applications to have lure coursing in Lumby May 8-9 with the field conformation show on May 8. Agility is open to all breeds and mixes with appropriate CKC numbers. Lure coursing is for eligible sighthound breeds only.
...Of course, we will have to see what the provincial health orders and guidelines are closer to these dates. We can't run events if we are not allowed and we won't run them if we don't feel we can do so safely. To reduce the chances of extra or unnecessary work, refunds, etc. we will likely open for entries a little later than usual so please bear with us.
We've also received enquiries about lure coursing/sprinter practices since we've had balmy weather until this week! This time of year is always difficult since the weather can be unpredictable and fields usually fluctuate between frozen solid or complete mush 😂 Neither situation is great for setting up pulleys and running fast dogs--add public health orders into the mix and practices simply aren't possible any time soon.
Like you, the WCOBC executives and volunteers are eagerly and anxiously awaiting the return of dog activities! We put in the time and effort because we are passionate about it. We can't wait to see you and your hounds again. Take care in the meantime ❤
P.S. WCOBC is also receiving questions about puppies and breeder referrals every week. We do our best to answer but it takes a lot of time... Puppies and adults of all breeds are in high demand right now with the pandemic, and asks about whippets were already frequent beforehand. We will always recommend you start with the National Whippet Club of Canada's breeder directory: whippetcanada.com/links-and-breeder-contacts/ We don't give referrals or recommendations for specific breeders. Please do your research, ensure the breed and breeder are the right fit for you, and then expect you might need to wait awhile. Best of luck with your search and join us at some events once you have your whippet (or another breed!) and we can all congregate again.
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Links and breeder contacts Ready To Add A Whippet To Your Family? Don’t be in a rush – it may take awhile to find the “right” match for you. You need to visit as many different Whippets as pos...Hello everyone! We hope you are safe and warm and enjoying the company of your dogs. 2021 membership information will be out shortly and we will post our event dates as soon as we can.