Announcements, Events & News

UPCOMING PRLRC MEETING:

2021 meeting dates:

November meeting -11/30. 7 pm Wheeler Library. Please bring a facemark.

Please check with PRLRC corresponding secretary, Jack Gordon, to confirm club meeting date.

HOLIDAY AWARDS GATHERING :: TBA

Winter events in the works. Barn Hunt and Winter match updates will be posted when available.

If you are a prospective member, email Cathy Benedict , Membership Chair FMI

NEWS! South County Kennel Club two days of shows October 16th and 17th, 2021 at the Washington County Fairgrounds in Richmond, Rhode Island. This is a PRLRC Supported Entry in Labradors. Judges: Saturday: Lisa Weiss and Sunday: Jackie Mischou. Sweepstakes Judges: Saturday: Jen Harmon & Sunday: Tony Ciprian. Superintendent: Executive Dog Shows

MORE NEWS! A Working Certificate Hunt Test is in the planning stages to be held Sunday, October 24th. FMI Contact Robin Hoagland at robinhoagland@hotmail.com

2021 Back-to-Back Specialty-

The club’s BACK-TO-BACK SPECIALTY SHOWS are going to be held on Thursday September 23 and Friday, September 24 at the North Stonington Fairgrounds. To view Judging Schedule go to Superintendent: Jim Rau Dog Shows

Are you new to dog shows? Please introduce yourself to the club members at our next dog show event. If this is your first time attending a dog show, and if you would like to know more about what is happening in the ring, ask a member ringside. (Or a volunteer at the club’s raffle/catalog table will help you spot a member who can help you.) Everyone is always willing to explain to newcomers. Welcome!

Pawcatuck River LRC

The club participates in the North Stonington Agricultural Fair each July.

The Dock Diving Workshop held Sunday, July 11, was a huge success. Thank you, Kristen Andrews for organizing the event and committee for all of your help!

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Tom Hoagland’s “Jake” retrieving during the club’s WC. Photo: Claire White-Peterson

IN APPRECIATION: Thank you to all of the PRLRC members who contributed to making 2020’s Back-to Back specialty another successful show for our exhibitors. The club appreciates our exhibitors for braving the year’s challenge and attending the show. We all have were grateful to for our judges who managed a very trying time and making the effort to come to us to judge the show.

A Special thanks to all of the hard working PRLRC members who make our Back-to-Back Specialty dog show , Hunt Test Working Certificate event, and all our events such enjoyable events for exhibitors, quests and members alike.

The club also offers a Labrador Retriever Conformation, Obedience and Rally Winter match. The event is usually held in March. Check with Corr. Sec. Jack Gordon for more details.

PRLRC supports the North Stonington Agricultural Fair and an opportunity to connect with the general public by participating in a demonstration on Friday, in July. Thank you, to all of the members who participated in making this a crowd pleasing event.

Legislative Action: The Connecticut Dog Federation alerts AKC Member clubs of bills coming forward to CT Senate and House of Representatives that involve dogs and other animals. Pawcatuck River LRC notifies it’s members of upcoming legislation that is being presented in the Connecticut State House that may effect dog ownership rights. Our member often pass this information on to their dog loving friends and families. Contacting your representatives and voicing your position on these issues is key to preserving your rights of owning the dog of your preference and keeping access to space to be able to enjoy them. Our member legislation delegates are Tony Emilio for CT and Deb Scott for Rhode Island.

FYI: Gov. Dog Food & Treats Recall List: https://www.fda.gov/animalveterinary/safetyhealth/recallswithdrawals/

^{“Gwen” Photo: Jeremy Kezer}

We hope to introduce you to our versatile breed within these pages.

Originally our breed was described as a “water dog”, and subsequently used for retrieving felled water and upland game birds for the hunter. The Labrador today retains the same qualities of yesterday but also has become the countries favorite companion “family” dog. Whether you are looking for a pet for your family, a hunting partner, or perhaps a Therapy working dog, Labradors are the perfect choice.

For more information on our wonderful breed click here

Our Members and Their Dogs Participate in all Types Activities

Katniss having fun dock diving with Jen Quinn

LINK TO DOCK DIVING EVENTS

The members of the Pawcatuck River Labrador Retriever Club participate in all types of American Kennel Club events which include Conformation showing, Obedience, Rally Obedience trials, Agility, Tracking and Hunt Tests. We also have several members who use their dogs for Therapy work.

The club offers field training sessions for members. FMI contact Audrey Wolcott

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A Labrador is a Dog For All Reasons..

Labrador Retrievers come in three colors only- Black, Chocolate & Yellow. Photo: Julie Kamis’ girls

Disclaimer: Please note: The listing service provided by the Pawcatuck River Labrador Retriever Club, does not alone or per se imply an endorsement of any breeder, information or service by PRLRC. In no circumstances does Pawcatuck River Labrador Retriever Club guarantee the services of said member or lister.

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