90 Years of Service in the Greater Columbia, SC Area
The Columbia Kennel Club was established in 1935 as a nonprofit organization. We are a member club of the American Kennel Club.
History of the Columbia Kennel Club
The Columbia Kennel Club was established in 1935 in Richland County, South Carolina. We are an affiliate member club of the American Kennel Club. For 90 years we have and continue to support the sport of purebred dogs. We are a nonprofit organization.
Columbia Kennel Club Governence
CKC Mission Statement
The Columbia Kennel Club’s Mission is to:
a) further the advancement of purebred dog breeds and support their beneficial uses,
b) promote and conduct competitive dog related matches, shows, and trials,
c) conduct dog related public education services,
d) promote the companionship of dogs and celebrate responsible dog ownership.
AKC Code of Sportsmanship
The sport of purebred dog competitive events dates prior to 1884, the year of AKC’s birth. Shared values of those involved in the sport include principles of sportsmanship. They are practiced in all sectors of our sport: conformation, performance and companion.
Many believe that these principles of sportsmanship are the prime reason why our sport has thrived for over one hundred years. With the belief that it is useful to periodically articulate the fundamentals of our sport, this code is presented.
AKC Code of Sportsmanship
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