Important Reminder: UKC Event Cancellation Requirements

January 28, 2026

Department: Hunting Ops
Phone: (269) 343-9020
Email: huntingops@ukcdogs.com

United Kennel Club would like to remind all UKC licensed clubs that any event cancellation must be approved through UKC before the event is officially canceled and publicly announced.

If circumstances arise that may require canceling an event (weather, facility issues, emergencies, or other unforeseen situations), clubs must contact UKC as soon as possible to request cancellation approval and receive direction on the proper steps to follow. This helps ensure accurate communication to participants, protects the integrity of UKC event records, and allows UKC to assist with rescheduling options when possible.

Clubs should not publicly post or distribute a cancellation notice until approval has been granted by UKC. Thank you for your cooperation and for helping UKC provide clear, consistent communication to exhibitors and hunters.

Guided by the belief that dogs make a difference by being the best partner a human can have in the field, on the job, or in a competition event, UKC is a community for people and dogs to pursue excellence together. Founded in 1898, UKC has been dedicated to enhancing the lives of Dogs That Do More, and their owners, by providing essential resources to help owners and breeders make informed decisions. The dog-human bond is celebrated through family-friendly programs highlighting the instincts and heritage of purebred and mixed-breed dogs alike at over 18,000 licensed events annually.