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Cur & Feist News

  • Sep 10, 2023 - Cur-Feist Catalog - October 2023
    Welcome to the new monthly edition of the UKC Cur/Feist Catalog! In these pages, you'll find: Updated Dog of the Year standings Event winners Upcoming programs and events And more! Read the October 2023 UKC Cur-Feist Catalog
  • Aug 14, 2023 - September 2023 Cur-Feist Dog of the Year Standings
    Here are the updated standings for the Outstanding UKC Cur & Feist Nite Hunt Dog of the Year program! Any UKC Registered Cur or Feist may compete for points toward the Dog of the Year award, earning one point for each cast win at UKC…
  • Dec 1, 2022 - Refreshed Registration Product Line & Pricing, Effective Dec. 15, 2022
    As we approach the 125th anniversary of United Kennel Club's founding, February 10, 1898, there have been a multitude of monumental changes over the years. The technology, offerings, and office space itself have all been in a state of…
  • Oct 6, 2022 - UKC Announces Refreshed Product Registration Line & Extended Phone Hours
    Watch the Announcement from UKC Director of Customer Service Taylor Armstrong To best serve you, effective October 10, 2022, we now offer permanently extended Customer Service hours for customers to reach us via phone and chat. Customers…
  • Jul 19, 2022 - Introducing: The New UKC Vice President Team
    The appointment of former Director of National Events, Nicole Sedlecky, to UKC Vice President. The appointment of former Director of Business Operations, Sara Prudden, to UKC Vice President. Todd Kellam remains as a UKC Vice President.…
  • Jul 12, 2022 - UKC Feist Rule Changes Notice
    The Feist Rules Committee, made up of three representatives of the Mountain Feist Association and three representatives of the United Treeing Feist Association, recently discussed and voted on the proposals that were submitted and presented…
  • Apr 8, 2022 - United Kennel Club Announces Multi-Year Sponsorship Agreement With Dogtra
    KALAMAZOO, Mich., April 8, 2022 United Kennel Club (UKC) today announced a three-year sponsorship with Dogtra, a premium technology company situated in high-performance dog training products. UKC's leadership in the sporting dog space…
  • Nov 24, 2021 - UKC Office Closed for Thanksgiving
    We are closed Thursday, November 25th and Friday, November 26th, for the Thanksgiving holiday. We will return to normal business hours on Monday, November 29th. Wishing you and yours a safe and happy holiday weekend!
  • Sep 1, 2021 - UKC Announces Acquisition of American Field Publishing Company
    United Kennel Club (UKC), today announced the acquisition of American Field Publishing Company, including Field Dog Stud Book, specializing in upland field trials for pointing dogs and field trial breeding records. The acquisition is…
  • Jun 11, 2021 - UKC Registration Processing: Updates & Info
    We are here! UKC has been back in the office for over a year now, and our team continues to work six days a week with extended hours to process the unprecedented influx of registration submissions and requests. If you haven't gotten yours,…
  • Jun 4, 2021 - Feist World Winners - Congrats!
    UKC Feist Squirrel Dog World Championship was held March 26-28, 2021 in Hardin, Kentucky. Not only were the World Hunt & Show winners crowned, but the Feist Squirrel Dog of the Year was awarded. Congratulations to these fine dogs! 2021…
  • May 22, 2020 - Suggested Practices for UKC Licensed Clubs for the Benefit of All
    As events are once again being held around the country, it is imperative that clubs take reasonable precautions for the benefit of all participants. Events should be held in a manner that emphasizes the safety of all participants. Most…
  • Apr 30, 2020 - Introducing the Outstanding UKC Cur Nite Hunt Dog of the Year Program
    The Program The program is established to promote UKC Cur Nite Hunt events, recognize those winning dogs competing in them throughout the year, and to ultimately name a Dog of the Year. The program is herein referred to as "DOY." Cur Dog…
  • Mar 17, 2020 - List of Cancellations - check back for updates
    Last Revised 9/8/20 at 2:18 pm ET If your club chooses to cancel, please email cancellations@ukcdogs.com Alabama Alabama State Coonhunters Association March 20-21, 2020 Wedowee, Alabama Coonhound: Bench Show, Nite Hunt Brindlee Mountain…
  • Mar 16, 2020 - Updates Regarding Select UKC Major Events
    Due to COVID-19 safety concerns and state regulations in place for the host state of these events, the following adjustments have been made to the UKC upcoming events calendar. We appreciate your patience! The situation continues to change…
  • Dec 27, 2019 - Breed Standard Revisions for 2020
    The following breed standards have been updated and are effective January 1, 2020 Boston Terrier: Remove DQ for weight over 25 pounds. Chow Chow: Self-colored noses in cream dogs are permissible. Mountain Feist: Ears must be erect. …
  • Mar 15, 2019 - Introducing: Outstanding UKC Cur Squirrel Dog of the Year Program
    The Program The program is established to promote UKC Cur Squirrel events, recognize those winning dogs competing in them throughout the year, and to ultimately name a Dog of the Year. The program is herein referred to as "DOY". Dog…
  • Feb 21, 2019 - Welcome, to Our New Cur Field Rep!
    We are pleased to have Jordan Baxter serve as a Field Representative for the Cur Squirrel Dog Program! Jordan and his wife Anna, along with their 8-year-old son, reside in Bennet, North Carolina. Hes been involved in the sport for…
  • Jan 9, 2019 - UKC Cur & Feist Squirrel Dog World Championships Announcement
    UKC is excited to announce our 2019 Cur & Feist Squirrel Dog World Championships
  • Nov 19, 2018 - UKC Phone Lines and Internet Down for Maintenance
    The UKC phone lines and internet are currently undergoing repair and maintenance. We hope to have them back up and running as quickly as possible. We thank you for your patience, and we apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. …
  • Oct 23, 2018 - Announcement from UKC President Tanya Raab
    You've all had an important role in the success of UKC, our staff and myself personally. The future of UKC is bright and with the outstanding leadership team and staff, great things are on their way. I want to thank you for your continued…
  • May 30, 2018 - UKC Single Register Your Dog Online!
    UKC is pleased to offer a new service: online Single Registration! Visit the Online Single Registration page, provide your dog's required information electronically, and you are on your way to owning a UKC registered dog! Click it, submit…
  • May 25, 2018 - Memorial Day Hours
    The UKC office will be closing at 3 p.m., Friday, May 25. We will be closed Monday, May 28, in observance of Memorial Day. We will return to normal business hours on Tuesday, May 29. Originally known as "Decoration Day," and observed…
  • Apr 10, 2018 - Receive a 15 Percent Discount at Red Roof Inn!
    UKC registrants are eligible to receive 15% off when booking at any Red Roof Inn establishment across the country! We are pleased to announce this exciting opportunity. Red Roof Inn offers over 500 hotel locations, and dogs stay for free…
  • Feb 9, 2018 - UKC is Turning 120!
    Founded on February 10, 1898, UKC is turning 120! UKC's founding shares a year in history with some very unique occurrences. Take a look at these other notable events from 1898: Brooklyn joined New York to form the New York we now know.…
  • Jan 2, 2018 - RUSH, Next Day Air, Expedited Service
    Please note: for all paperwork submitted to our office over the next few days, Next Day Air, Expedited Service, and Rush Service are unavailable until further notice.
  • Dec 21, 2017 - 2018 UKC Cur Squirrel Dog World
    The 2018 UKC Cur Squirrel Dog World will be accepting advanced entries! The event will kick off on April 14, 2018 in Bryant, Indiana, hosted by the Limberlost Coonhunters Club. Advanced entry fee is $50. The entry must be postmarked no…
  • Dec 20, 2017 - Happy Holidays!
    Wishing a very Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to you and yours! The UKC office will be closing at noon, EST., on December 21. We will return to normal business hours on Tuesday, December 26.
  • Nov 27, 2017 - Cyber Monday Sale!
    'Tis the season to save! Looking for Christmas gifts? Select products in our store at 15% off TODAY only! All remaining stock of 2017 UKC event gear is available online! Featured 2017 events: Premier, Gateway, Beagle Nationals. Also…
  • Nov 22, 2017 - Happy Thanksgiving!
    Happy Thanksgiving! Please note, the UKC office will be closed on Thursday, November 23 and Friday, November 24 to enjoy the holiday with friends and family. We will return to normal business hours on Monday, November 27. Visit us…
  • Nov 22, 2017 - UKC Holiday Hours
    Wishing you and yours a safe and happy holiday season!
  • Nov 15, 2017 - UKC Christmas Coupons
    As a token of our appreciation for your continued support, please accept these money-saving coupons. Thank you for making 2017 a great year! We look forward to 2018! View and print coupons (PDF)
  • Nov 13, 2017 - Cyber Monday Sale! Save 15% on Select UKC Items.
    Looking for Christmas gifts? Mark your calendar! All remaining stock of 2017 UKC event gear is available online! Featured 2017 events: Premier, Gateway, Beagle Nationals. Also available: NEW UKC clothing and HUNT UKC gear! It gets…
  • Aug 23, 2017 - Cur & Feist Rulebooks Revised
    We are pleased to announce the rules for the Cur and Feist programs have been revised. Each program now has its own rulebook, effective September 1, 2017. View the Cur Rulebook (PDF). View the Fiest Rulebook (PDF).
  • Aug 23, 2017 - UKC Announces X-Bred Feist Program
    UKC is excited to announce the introduction of the Feist X-Bred Program! The purpose of this program is to allow participation of Feists that are clearly cross bred, to allow single registration of Feists with unknown origin, to increase…
  • Aug 1, 2017 - UKC Announces Recognition of Treeing Tennessee Brindle
    United Kennel Club welcomes the Treeing Tennessee Brindle to its list of recognized breeds, effective July 1, 2017. The breed is in the Scenthound Group. The Treeing Tennessee Brindle is a scenthound used for running small game such as…
  • May 26, 2017 - Happy Memorial Day from UKC
    Thank you to our service members, veterans and their families. In honor of Memorial Day, the UKC office will be closed on Monday, May 29. We will return to our normal business hours on Tuesday.
  • Apr 18, 2017 - UKC Announces X-Bred Cur Program
    United Kennel Club is pleased to announce changes to the Cur Single Registration process to create more uniformity in Cur Single Registration overall. Effective April 10, 2017, the procedures for single registering Curs have been changed…

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