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The Total Junior Program

The purpose of the UKCŪ Junior Program is to encourage young handlers to become fully involved with the world of dogs, by encouraging participation in conformation and performance events, breeding dogs, and promoting responsible dog ownership. The unofficial UKC motto is “Our Dogs Do Stuff™.” One very important goal of this program is to encourage UKCŪ Juniors to embrace this philosophy.

The UKCŪ Junior Program is intended to promote the achievements of Junior Members, to reward both participation and excellence in various aspects of the sport of dogs, and to establish uniform requirements for judging junior competitors. Juniors will be given specific recognition for participation in Junior Showmanship, Obedience, Agility and Weight Pull events.

When competing in any UKC Licensed event, all Junior Members are subject to the Rules & Regulations of that event and all other applicable UKC rules. Good sportsmanship is an integral part of this program and poor sportsmanship will be penalized. Proper and humane training methods will also are emphasized in all aspects of competition.

In addition; Junior Members are encouraged to seek help from experienced breeders, exhibitors, trainers, or former Junior Members. They may gain information on their chosen events and specific breed by observing those who are judging at UKC licensed shows.

Junior Members are strongly encouraged to get involved in a local dog club. Volunteering with club activities is one aspect that will be considered when selecting the winner of the Junior Service award.

Examples are given throughout the rules to help explain how and why the rules function in the way they do. These examples are in no way based on real people or events.





Want to apply? Download the application form here (Adobe Acrobat required).

Clubs: Download the Total Junior Club Form here (Adobe Acrobat required, 116k).

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Recent News At UKC

02/01/2012: February 2012 Employee of the Month Carol Wiedmayer Registration Carol has worked at UKC since April 13, 2005. She had lost her previous job unexpectedly and thought this would be a good place to send her resume. Carol graduated from Loy Norrix High School in 1973 and had taken some college courses at KVCC. Carol...   Read more here.

01/31/2012:

2011 Black Gold Hunting Beagle State Race Runoff Eligibility List

01/29/2012:

25th Annual Winter Classic - Friday & Saturday Nite Hunt Results

01/28/2012:

2012 25th Anniversary Winter Classic Saturday Bench Show Results

01/27/2012:

2012 25th Anniversary Winter Classic Friday Bench Show Results

01/25/2012:

World Championship Finals Location Announced

01/24/2012:

Squirrel Dog World Championship

01/24/2012:

21st Annual Hunting Beagle Nationals

01/24/2012:

Field is Set for 25th Annual UKC Winter Classic

 

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This Weekend At UKC

Tri-State CHA will be hosting an event this weekend, February 4 in Byhalia, Mississippi. More Information.

Kay-9 Pettiquette will be hosting events this weekend, February 4 & 5 in Yorkville, Illinois. More Information.

Find an event in your area.

Rat Terrier

The Rat Terrier is an American breed descended from the terriers brought over by English miners and other working class immigrants. These dogs were used as ratters, and gambling on their prowess in killing rats was a favorite hobby of their owners. Eventually, these tough little terriers evolved into today’s Rat Terrier. The breed was popularized by President Teddy Roosevelt, who frequently hunted with his Rat Terriers. The Rat Terrier was recognized by the United Kennel Club on January 1, 1999.



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