Hutchinson Kennel Club

11/08/2024

AGILITY CLASSES START TODAY COME JOIN THE FUN WITH YOUR DOG!!!
Agility Sequencing - Starts tonight, Nov. 8th 6:30pm ($95)
All levels of Agility Classes starting in November are up on the website and ready for you to enroll.
https://www.hutchinsonkennelclub.com/classes.htm
Puppy Agility Skills - Starts Sat. Nov. 9th 2 pm ($75)
Intro 2 Agility - Starts Thu. Nov. 14th 5:30pm ($75)
Basic Agility - Starts Sat. Nov. 9th 3 pm ($95)
Agility Skills - Starts Thu. Nov. 14th 6:30pm ($75)

10/20/2024

AGILITY IS FUN FOR YOU AND YOUR DOG!!!
All levels of Agility Classes starting in November are up on the website and ready for you to enroll.
https://www.hutchinsonkennelclub.com/classes.htm
Puppy Agility Skills - Starts Sat. Nov. 9th 2 pm ($75)
Intro 2 Agility - Starts Thu. Nov. 14th 5:30pm ($75)
Basic Agility - Starts Sat. Nov. 9th 3 pm ($95)
Agility Skills - Starts Thu. Nov. 14th 6:30pm ($75)
Agility Sequencing - Starts Nov. 1st 5:30pm (95)

10/11/2024

Drop - in Agility tonight, Oct. 11th from 6;30 to 8;30 pm. There will also be Drop-in Agility Oct. 17th, 18th 6-8 pm) & 19th (5-7 pm) There are still some entries available for HEAT AKC Agility Trial for Thursday, Sat. & Sunday. Get your entry to Chris by next Thursday Oct. 17th at 9 pm if you are interested

09/25/2024

Due to the S.H.O.R.T trial starting Thursday there will he no drop in practice tomorrow at HKC.

09/25/2024

REMINDER TO ALL… there will be NO DROP IN tomorrow, September 25th due to set up for the SHORT trial.

09/07/2024

The 1st 2025 Sunflower Cluster Dog Show Planning Meeting will be held at HKC on Sept 8, 2024 at 2 pm. THAT IS TOMORROW!! All members are encouraged to attend especially committee chairs. HKC is hosting so refreshments are needed. If you are willing to Volunteer to bring refreshments let Rosetta Bartels know.
The Dates for 2025 Sunflower Cluster Dog Show are Tuesday, June 3rd set up at 4 pm, Set up all day Wednesday, June 4th, Show is Thursday, June 5th thru Sunday, June 8th. It is time to get these dates on your calendar and plan to take off work to volunteer! Our Great Dog Show doesn't happen without the help of a lot of dedicated volunteers.

08/17/2024

Mark your calendars for Wednesday, Sept. 11th, and send Melissa an email ([email protected]) with your availability to sign up to share your dog with the State of Kansas! Take the whole day off work or join us after work until 7 pm. To share your dog with the "Meet the Breeds" contact Pam Watkins with the Wichita Kennel Club at [email protected]

08/17/2024

We have 3 Agility Classes starting tomorrow, Saturday, August 17th, It is not to late to sign up at
https://www.hutchinsonkennelclub.com/classes.htm
Puppy Agility Skills - 2 pm - 3 pm (8 weeks/$75) Designed for puppies up to a year in age but teaches good skills for all dogs just getting started.
Sequencing Agility - 3-5 pm (8wks/$95) Prerequisite Basic Agility (8wks/$95)
Coursework Agility -5-7 pm Prerequisite Basic Agility (8wks/$95)

08/01/2024

WOULD YOU LIKE TO HAVE THE CHANCE TO PRACTICE IN A SHOW SETTING? Here is your chance this Saturday, August 3rd at Hutchinson Kennel Club. AKC Sanctioned B/OB/RallyB Match See entry details at:
https://www.hutchinsonkennelclub.com/akc-sanctioned-bobrallyb-match.htm

07/13/2024

o non 4H handlers including adults) RENO CO. 4H FAIR OPEN CLASS DOG SHOW IS NEXT SATURDAY, JULY 20TH.

Open classes (openare also offered in obedience, rally & agility (2 runs) for non-4Hers. Paper Copies of the entry form are in the plastic rack under the bulletin board at HKC. Entry can be placed in the brown envelope on the table until the board meeting Wed. night. Hope you can all join us for our show. Question? Call or text Melaney at 620 728 9743 (Text Okay).

State Fair Qualifying Show including Obedience, Rally and two trials of agility. The show is held at Sunflower North Building Kansas State Fair Grounds 2000 North Poplar, Hutchinson, KS 67502 which is **Fully Matted Indoor air conditioned Facility**. Entries received by 11:59 pm, Wednesday, July 17th will be included in the program. Entries fees can be paid with cash or check day of show. $8 entry fee will be honored for entries received by program deadline even if they are not paid until Saturday morning. Late and Day of entry fee is $14/class. Online entries can be completed at the following link or QR Code: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeLUL62t1m7zz-lI946u9ub3cO-nMN3OzXp09YOO8eRzJUK_Q/viewform?usp=pp_url
A paper copy can be printed, filled out and emailed to [email protected] (or texted) at the following link:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/15bvtmFeDY3VKzp8xcmXmxi7OYadykJ6obf1ROWWGwnw/edit?usp=sharing

07/11/2024

Check out the new classes starting at Hutchinson Kennel Club https://www.hutchinsonkennelclub.com/classes.htm
BASIC AGILITY Starts tonight, Thursday, July 11 @ 6 -8 pm (Prerequisite is Intro 2 Agility)
INTRODUCTION TO SCENT WORK, Monday, July 15th at 8 pm.

07/08/2024

The new sidewalk construction project is scheduled to begin today, Monday, July 8th at HKC. Entry into the building will only be through the east door for the next 3 days. Thank You, Miller Home Builders for completing this project.

06/26/2024

South Hutchinson is spraying for mosquitos this evening and warned to keep your animals inside so we are canceling conformation practice this evening. It'll be back on as usual next week

06/23/2024

THE NEW AGILITY CLASSES ARE UP AND READY FOR ENROLLMENT ON THE HKC WEBSITE!! Intro 2 Agility and Agility Skills class start next Friday, June 28th.
SIGN UP AT:
https://www.hutchinsonkennelclub.com/classes.htm
Puppy Agility Skills - Friday, August 23rd 6-7 pm (8 weeks/$75) Designed for puppies up to a year in age but teaches good skills for all dogs just getting started.

Intro 2 Agility - Friday, June 28th 7-8 pm (6 weeks/$75) Prerequisite is Basic Obedience Class or mastery of the skills learned in Basic Obedience like site, down, stay & recall.

Basic Agility - Thursday, July 11th 6-8 pm
Prerequisite is Intro 2 Agility (8 weeks/$95)

Agility Skills/Weaves Class Friday, June 28th 5:30-7 pm (6 weeks/$75) Prerequisite Basic Agility (8wks/$95)

Sequencing Agility - Saturday, August 17th 3-5 pm (8wks/$95) Prerequisite Basic Agility (8wks/$95)

Coursework Agility - Saturday, August 17th 5-7 pm Prerequisite Basic Agility (8wks/$95)

06/04/2024

Just a quick reminder that even though the predicted highs for our Sunflower Cluster Dog Show are only in the 80's it is important to be aware of the signs of heat stroke and know what actions to take with your dog.

Good morning, as you are aware, we are in the heat of the summer. If your area is predicted to have high heat during your events, we advise you to have cooling stations available for the dogs, like ice and kiddie swimming pools. Additionally, please be mindful of the signs of heatstroke and seek veterinary care immediately if you believe a dog is affected.



Signs of heat stroke:

Heavy panting
Rapid breathing
Excessive drooling
Bright red gums and tongue
Standing 4-square, posting or spreading out in an attempt to maintain balance.


If you believe a dog is suffering from heatstroke, get them into a cool environment right away.
Immerse the dog in cool water—do not use ice cold water, it can shock your dog’s system. Use cool water in areas where blood flows heavily, i.e. the pads of their feet, the groin area, and their jugular vein.
Cool wet towels can be used to lower your dog’s body temperature
Get your dog to a vet as soon as possible. Your dog may look like it is responding to the cooling techniques but could suffer internal injury. It is best to have them examined to rule out any complications.

Additional summer tips and information can be found here:

https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/summer-safety-tips-for-dogs-2/

We hope your events are successful!
American Kennel Club
Club Development

05/06/2024

5/6/24
TODAY Monday Classes CANCELLED

The HKC Training Committee has made the decision to postpone classes that were to begin today 5/6/24 due to severe storm predictions by the National weather service. The Monday Class session will begin next Monday 5/13/24.
This includes 6:00 Puppy K, 7:00 Basic and 8:00 Jr. High classes. Please Email [email protected] with any questions or concerns.

With Appreciation,
HKC Training Committee

05/02/2024

04/12/2024

COME TEST YOUR DOG'S SKILLS TOMORROW, SAT., APRIL 12TH AT HKC!!

Canine Good Citizen AKC Test Sat. April 12th 10 am -12 pm
https://www.akc.org/.../canine-good-citizen-test-items/

Trick Dog AKC Test Sat. April 12th 10 am -12 am
https://www.akc.org/sports/trick-dog/