Grand Island Kennel Club

Grand Island Kennel Club The Grand Island Kennel Club is an all breed club established in 1956. Over 50 years ago, a trio of mid-Nebraskans shared passion and a vision.

They understood the significant role dogs play in the lives of both individuals and communities, and they wanted to share their expertise in training and exhibiting fine purebred dogs with others. As a result of this group's efforts, the Grand Island Kennel Club (GIKC) was formed in 1959 and became a non-profit (501-C) corporation in 1965. The Club received a generous donation of land, including a

lake, built a clubhouse, and families enjoyed camping, picnicking and fishing there
as well as working with their dogs. The building was a victim of the 1980 tornado, but it was rebuilt in the same footprint as the original, and today is home to countless classes and other activities. The GIKC has been an important part of Grand Island and Hall County since its inception. Community members realized that "A trained dog is a good dog", and brought their pets, farm dogs and show dogs alike to the kennel club for obedience training, filling classes year after year. Obedient dogs contribute to a safer community, and now dogs are even trained at the club to certify as nationally recognized "Canine Good Citizens". Newer programs such as rally
and agility provide a fun, healthy activity for dog-owners of all ages. Of course, top quality purebred dogs continue to be trained to compete in conformation shows, and some GIKC dogs have achieved national prominence for their local breeders and owners. Working with area youth was always important for the club, especially through 4-H. GIKC members have helped hundreds of 4-H'ers train, exhibit and learn to care for their dogs, offering a wholesome environment and positive role models regardless of the social or political challenges of each decade. Whether learning how to train the family pet, working toward 4-H goals, or competing at the highest national levels, young people have found a great start and continuing support from the club. The kennel club has a commitment to education to benefit children, adults, and of course their dogs. Many canine-related educational programs have been held for the public over the years. In addition, GIKC members have regularly taken dogs to school, Scout meetings, the Veterans Home and nursing homes for demonstrations, and specially trained and certified dogs provide comforting Hospice-based therapy. Kennel club members helped to found the Central Nebraska Humane Society in 1967, as well as the adjacent pet cemetery, which benefits people throughout mid-Nebraska. The GIKC has shared one of its original mandates, that of holding an AKC dog show and obedience trial, with the community. These shows are a celebration of well-cared for and trained purebred dogs and reflect a great deal of hard work and cooperation from the kennel club members, which models good values to our young people. The kennel club has held 49 shows since 1965. Each show attracts exhibitors from all over the MidWest, who boost the local economy by supporting hotels, restaurants, gas stations and shops. The shows also provide free entertainment for local people, who get a chance to see the beautiful purebred
dogs that are being exhibited. The Grand Island Kennel Club has been a valuable part of the community since 1959, quietly helping to improve the quality of life for generations of people and their dogs. The Club hopes that the next 50 years brings just as much value and enjoyment for generations to come.

Introducing our newest 🌟AKC STAR 🌟 puppies! Congrats for putting the work in now work your puppies…keep it up and you’ll...
10/09/2025

Introducing our newest 🌟AKC STAR 🌟 puppies! Congrats for putting the work in now work your puppies…keep it up and you’ll have a lifetime of fun!

Our club was well-represented at the Cornhusker Kennel Club show in Lincoln! Our VP Bridgid showed a whole crew of Aussi...
10/06/2025

Our club was well-represented at the Cornhusker Kennel Club show in Lincoln!

Our VP Bridgid showed a whole crew of Aussies with the help of fellow members and Juniors! On Saturday her special Fox was Select Dog and her girl Siren was Reserve Winners Bitch. Sunday Fox was Best of Breed for a major, Owner Handler BOB and OHG2! Banks was Select Dog, Tootsie was Winners Bitch for a major and Bizzy was Reserve Winners Bitch.

Jennifer Andersen’s Chessie girl Tru was Winners Bitch and Best Opposite S*x Saturday for a major finishing her Championship!

McKenzie O’Neill’s Afghan Riddle was Winners Bitch and Best of Opposite for a major!

Donna Paneitz’s Airedale Maise was Best of Opposite in Friday, Best of Breed Saturday and Select Bitch Sunday!

Erin Aten’s Airedale Macleod was Best of Breed Friday, and Best of Opposite Saturday and Sunday.

Lynn and John Irons Bernese Mountain Dog Brecken was Best of Breed both days! Their Aussie Arrow was 2nd in her class each day. Their Pomeranian Elvis won his class each day. MAS Pistol earned his CD Title in Obedience and is officially retired at 11 years old! And Border Collie Beth earned her Novice Rally Title!

Jennie and Allie’s Golden Retriever Dalton went Select Dog on Saturday and finished his Beginning Novice B obedience title. Sunday Allie showed Dalton and got Best of Breed and Owner Handler Group 3!

Vicki’s Boxer Ozzi was Winners Dog/Best of Winners both days for 2 majors!

Aidenny’s Golden Retriever Arrow took Winners Dog, and Best of Winners!! Dalaney and Arrow took 4th place on Saturday and 3rd place on Sunday in Open Jr!!

Charlei’s Russian Toys Ivan was Best of Breed both days, winning NOHS Group 2 on Saturday and Group 4 on Sunday!

Caroline Buettner’s Golden Retreiver Carly qualified on Friday with a 2nd place and finished her CD title on Saturday morning. Legacy went WB/BOW/OHBOB on Saturday and WB/ OHBOB on Sunday! And Lainey, her Chessie, went WB on Sunday, picking up her 2nd major!

It was so fun to see everyone having so much success! We all supported each other and helped where we can. Very proud of our Members and friends!

The GIKC is so excited to share some of our members successes at the Golden Retriever Club of America’s National at Puri...
10/03/2025

The GIKC is so excited to share some of our members successes at the Golden Retriever Club of America’s National at Purina Farms!

Allie showed her boy Sunny (PrairieWyn's Sizzlin Sunkist Escape BN) in Novice A obedience and got second in the class with a qualifying score and his first leg for his title.

Allie took second in her Juniors class with Dalton!

Jennie showed Dalton (CH PrairieWyn's Sharp Dressed Man) in the parade of champions. Dalton also showed in Beginning Novice B obedience and got a qualifying score to get his first leg for his title.

Aidenny showed her boy Arrow in the American Bred class and did great!

Dalaney showed Arrow in her Juniors class and placed Third!

So proud of these girls and pups for showing with lots of competition at a huge breed National. 💖 CONGRATULATIONS!

3 new Canine Good Citizens and 3 new Trick Dog titles! 🥳 Thanks for putting in the work!
08/17/2025

3 new Canine Good Citizens and 3 new Trick Dog titles! 🥳 Thanks for putting in the work!

Congratulations to our newest AKC STAR Puppy graduates! 🤩
08/17/2025

Congratulations to our newest AKC STAR Puppy graduates! 🤩

We will be starting another Rally Class beginning 9/13 - 10/18 (6 wks) from 11:00-12:30pm! Email bridgid@gikennelclub.co...
08/17/2025

We will be starting another Rally Class beginning 9/13 - 10/18 (6 wks) from 11:00-12:30pm! Email [email protected] to sign up!

We are hoping to get a rally class built, starting in June! Please message us if you’d be interested!
05/22/2025

We are hoping to get a rally class built, starting in June! Please message us if you’d be interested!

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05/12/2025

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The Grand Island Kennel Club closed out the final day of their 2025 AKC All Breed Dog Show, Obedience & Rally Trials on Sunday.

We can’t wait to see you this weekend! Safe travels!
05/08/2025

We can’t wait to see you this weekend! Safe travels!

See you soon!
05/01/2025

See you soon!

Today is the day: GO BIG GIVE! Your donation to support the club helps keeps our class costs the lowest in the area, whi...
05/01/2025

Today is the day: GO BIG GIVE!

Your donation to support the club helps keeps our class costs the lowest in the area, while providing a building that is temperature controlled, outdoor training areas, etc.

Please donate…it’s important to support GIKC!

! For 24 hours, everyone who loves our community can support their favorite local causes by donating to one or more of our local nonprofit organizations. Go Big & GIVE Thursday, May 1st!

04/26/2025

The judging program is up!! See you in 2 weeks!

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2860 E Bismark Road
Grand Island, NE
68801

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