Avalon Kennel Club

02/20/2025

Reminder of Drop-In Saturday February 22nd at The Lions Chalet 139 Mayor Avenue
Time: 2:45pm-4:15pm
Cost: $5.00 for members, $10.00 for non-members.
Please remember to bring indoor footwear 👟 and to pick up after your dogs 💩
Hope to see you there!

02/15/2025

Dog Funny for the day!
Hope everyone is staying safe and warm!
I don't anticipate many 'Walkies', 'Squirrels' or 'Sticks' today...maybe the others are a possibility!! 🤣🤷‍♀️🐾

02/13/2025

Registration for our upcoming Conformation Sanction Match is now OPEN!!

Please Pre-Register by completing the form below. Upon completion of the form forward EMT to confirm your entry.

Pre-registration is Strongly Encouraged as it will help us create an accurate schedule and prepare for the event accordingly.

Registration will be accepted up until one hour before the start of the event.

Classes offered are:
4-6 months
6-9 months
9-12 months
Open
Altered
Graduate - a Graduate is a dog who has earned 5 or more Championship points in any country (Champions included)

Contact us at [email protected] if you have any questions.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1XVNCvonPCWIM50vtuHYQ7deCbaeTSSXGI25Qf2eRn6g/edit?chromeless=1

02/13/2025

Almost 40 Canadian dogs recognized at the Prestigious Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show!! How cool is that?!?! 🎊🐾
Congratulations to all!!

02/12/2025

NO CLASSES OR DROP-IN THIS SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 15TH!

OUR APOLOGIES FOR THE INCONVENIENCE!

WE WILL RETURN FOR OUR REGULARLY SCHEDULED CLASSES & DROP-IN SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 22nd!

02/07/2025

Reminder of Drop-In tomorrow, Saturday February 8th at The Lions Chalet 139 Mayor Avenue
Time: 2:45pm-4:15pm
Cost: $5.00 for members, $10.00 for non-members.
Please remember to bring indoor footwear 👟 and to pick up after your dogs 💩
Hope to see you there!

02/01/2025

We're ready for class, Drop-In is 2:45-4:15pm hope to see you soon! ☺️🐾

01/30/2025

What have you got planned for this Weekend?
The Avalon Kennel Club is excited to offer Drop In at The Lions Chalet 139 Mayor Avenue.
Drop in will begin this Saturday, February 1st and will run 2:45-4:15 giving a 1.5 hr window of opportunity to get your pups on the mats.
Cost is:
$5.00/Members
$10.00/Non-Members
Cash or EMT

01/27/2025

Registration for our upcoming Conformation Sanction Match is now OPEN!!

Please Pre-Register by completing the form below. Upon completion of the form forward EMT to confirm your entry.

Pre-registration will help us create an accurate schedule. Registration will be accepted up until one hour before the start of the event.

Classes offered are:
4-6 months
6-9 months
9-12 months
Open
Altered
Graduate - a Graduate is a dog who has earned 5 or more Championship points in any country (Champions included)

Contact us at [email protected] if you have any questions.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1XVNCvonPCWIM50vtuHYQ7deCbaeTSSXGI25Qf2eRn6g/edit?chromeless=1

01/17/2025

2025 Winter Classes are scheduled to begin Saturday, February 1st at The Lions Chalet, 139 Mayor Avenue.

Conformation
Time: 1-1:45pm
Instructor: Deanne Sinnott

Junior Handling
Time: 2-2:45pm
Instructor: Bella Kinsella

We're excited to also offer Drop-In at this location on Saturdays 2:45pm-4:15pm beginning February 1st.
Cost for members is $5.00, non-members $10.00

For information on classes please email us at [email protected] or to register follow the link below

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1EYqNZv7Z_FGeMvzi2fiEB0FgSVDVvzvk3SAAt4OGOhk/viewform?fbclid=IwY2xjawH2k5JleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHbrL1s5127J-DsK1huoCntNIpzJGmbl5JjVNhCovSFa5ccmNqrhd2n9t3A_aem_FXae0adGF8j-vGQMu0X-QA&edit_requested=true

Please read and complete the following form. Registration is not complete until forms and payment are sent to the Avalon Kennel Club.

01/03/2025

As we close the door on 2024, we are excited to head into 2025!

Registration is NOW OPEN for our upcoming Winter Classes, please see the attached form below.

Space is limited, therefore payment must follow registration to secure your space in class.

Classes start Saturday February 1st at The Lions Chalet, 139 Mayor Avenue, St. John's. Classes will run for 6 weeks!

CONFORMATION - Our conformation class will focus on having fun with your dog in the show ring. We will cover ring procedure while learning &/or polishing your skills to present your dog at their best and how to make the most of your time in the ring.

Time: 1-1:45pm
Cost: Members $200, Non-Members $240
Instructor: Deanne Sinnott -
I've been involved in Conformation for almost 15 years, I have taught a variety of classes over the years, mentored/assisted many exhibitors, and have had the pleasure of training &/or piloting various breeds from multiple groups to countless group wins, placements, as well as MBBPIS, MBPIS, MBAIS, MBVIS, MRBIS & MBIS.
I am looking forward to getting back to teaching and helping exhibitors make the most of their time in the ring.
(If we garner enough interest we will consider offering a beginner and experienced class)

JUNIOR HANDLING - our Junior Handling class will focus on having fun while learning canine anatomy, proper handling and care of dogs, the purpose of dog shows as well as sportsmanship, ring procedures, and patterns.
Time: 2-2:45pm
Cost: Members $80, Non-Members $110
Instructor: Bella Kinsella - (assited by Tanya Martin &/or Deanne Sinnott as needed)
Bella has been involved in Junior Handling for about 9 years, she started teaching juniors last year and always took part in and assisted with class instruction a number of times. Some accomplishments in the juniors ring include: Multiple Best Overall wins, Reserve Overall in Provincials, multiple class first placements, multiple reserve overall placement and the Best Sportsmanship award in new Brunswick.
Aside from Juniors, Bella is commonly seen in the 'regular' ring and has shown a variety breeds to multiple wins, placements, titles and a Reserve Best in Show win.

If you have any questions please email us at [email protected] or simply follow the link below to register

Please read and complete the following form. Registration is not complete until forms and payment are sent to the Avalon Kennel Club.

10/31/2024

The American Cocker Spaniel Club of Canada will be holding an obedience sanction match on Friday evening at the Marine Institute on Ridge Road in collaboration with the Newfoundland All Breed Kennel Club. Entries start at 5 pm. Please drop by and support our match. For information contact Alan Molloy at [email protected] or by text at (709)682-6767.

10/31/2024

Happy Halloween!!

10/29/2024

‼️Interest Post‼️

The Avalon Kennel Club is planning to offer classes in the New Year and we'd like to hear from you!

What classes would you like to see offered??

Classes will be held in St. John's, day to be determined, but will either be Saturday afternoon or Tuesday/Wednesday evening.

We hope to offer Conformation, Junior Handling, Focus & Engagement, Sports Basics (Rally Foundation)

10/15/2024

With Dog Show and Turkey hangover now behind us, we would like to extend our sincere thank you to all our hard working volunteers this past weekend, especially our Executive members who worked their butts off to make it happen. Their hard work and dedication made our Thanksgiving Dog Show Weekend a Huge Success!! We had the largest entry we have seen in years and for that we are grateful!! The generosity of exhibitors with their donations and bids on the bake sale and auction table, supporting our 50/50 draw, among other fundraisers throughout the weekend!
Thank you all!!

Stay Tuned for what we are planning next!!

10/12/2024

Good Evening Folks,

📢 VERY IMPORTANT REMINDER!! 📢

We kindly ask that you refrain from smoking or va**ng near the entrance of the building. This helps maintain a welcoming environment for everyone and ensures use of the venue in the future.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Best regards,
AKC Executive

10/11/2024

Just a friendly reminder to those assisting with setup this evening...PLEASE leave personal items in your vehicle until show setup is COMPLETE!
We are very tight on space due to the new barrier!

Volunteers Only...
DOORS WILL BE LOCKED UNTIL 7PM
Thank you for understanding!