afghanhoundclubstl

AHCSTL Objectives:

To encourage and promote the breeding of pure-bred Afghan Hounds and to do all possible to bring their natural qualities to perfection

To urge members and breeders to accept the standard of the breed as approved by The American Kennel Club as the only standard of excellance which Afghan Hounds shall be judged

To do all in its power to protect and advance the interests of the breed by encouraging sportsmanlike competition at dog shows

To conduct sanctioned and licensed specialty shows under the rules of The American Kennel Club

The Afghan Hound Club of St. Louis originated in the late1960's. We meet on the second Tuesday of each month at 7:00 PM in the home of Jan Henry and we welcome all who own, are interested in owning, are curious or just love this exotic breed!!

Informal chat time preceeds the meeting. During this time, people exchange information on various shows and issues. The meeting covers different related topics and education and usually lasts about 1 1/2 hours. We welcome all who own, are curious or just love this exotic breed!!

For more information, E-Mail us at afjhans@earthlink.net or call 314-878-8314

AKC Canine Partners Launched with Support & Interest from Clubs & Fanciers

Clubs Can Now Apply To Hold Classes For Mixed-Breed Dogs At Stand-Alone Companion Events Starting April 1, 2010

Last month, the American Kennel Club launched its new AKC Canine Partners program. In just a few short weeks, more than 1,200 mixed breeds have enrolled and more than 365 AKC events have been approved to hold mixed-breed classes.

With the launch of the AKC Canine Partners program, clubs have a fantastic opportunity to attract new members as well as entries for upcoming events. This program provides a great way for clubs to reach out to other dog-loving organizations in your community. Working together with veterinarians, groomers as well as shelters, clubs can provide training classes and events that other organizations’ clients and customers can participate in.

Encourage your local mixed-breed dog owners to enroll in AKC Canine Partners to take advantage of the programs and benefits AKC has to offer, including enrollment in AKC Companion Animal Recovery pet recovery service and a one-year subscription to AKC Family Dog magazine. Alerting dog owners to ways AKC helps keep all dogs happy, healthy and safe is something we can all be proud to promote.

To learn about all the exciting components of this new program, take a look at the new web site www.akccaninepartners.org. The web site includes updated show trial applications for clubs to apply for mixed-breed classes at upcoming events. If you would like to add mixed-breed classes to an eligible event for which you have already applied, your club may still do so. Contact the Event Operations Department via email at eventplans@akc.org or by phone at 919-816-3579.

If you have any further questions regarding this program, please feel free to contact us directly at akccaninepartners@akc.org.

With your help, we look forward to sharing with this new pool of dog lovers the excitement and joy of AKC Companion Events.

Thank you for your continued support of AKC.

American Kennel Club