Inside UKC News

• Jun 6, 2025 - We're Pressing Pause (Briefly) to Better Serve You
  We wanted to give you a heads-up that the UKC team will be unavailable by phone and online chat on June 12th and 13th,…
• Jan 2, 2025 - Transfer Ownership Online
  You can skip the mail and complete your dog's registration process on the UKC website! This streamlined process …
• Dec 13, 2024 - Breed Standard Updates for 2025
  Originally posted 12/6/24. The Presa and the Schipperke received additional revisions on 12/13/24. Companion…
• Dec 6, 2024 - UKC Reacts to the Canadian Postal Strike
  As you may know, the ongoing Canadian postal strike has caused a shutdown of Canada's national mail carrier, meaning…
• Nov 14, 2024 - Holy Cats - UKC Now Accepts Online Dog Ownership Transfers!
  In case you missed it: dog ownership transfers are now accepted via the UKC website! Read the main announcement What…
• Nov 13, 2024 - Skip the Mail!
  Starting now, UKC accepts online ownership transfers, so you can skip the mail and complete everything on the UKC…
• Nov 8, 2024 - Subscribe to American Field Sportsman's Journal
  Subscribe before 11/15/2024 at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Standard Time to receive your FREE bonus issue. This smaller preview…
• Nov 1, 2024 - American Field Sportsman's Journal Dogtra 1902S Giveaway Contest
  Have you heard? UKC is relaunching The American Field Sportsman's Journal! Take a look inside. Don't wait. Subscribe…
• Oct 17, 2024 - American Field Sportsman's Journal: Dogtra Pathfinder 2 Giveaway Contest!
  Have you heard? UKC is relaunching The American Field Sportsman's Journal! Take a look inside. Don't wait. Subscribe…
• Oct 1, 2024 - Hollandse, Mechelse, and Duitsh Herders - Among Others!
  UKC is pleased to report the growth of the Bloodlines Listing Service. Did you know? Since early 2024, UKC accepts…
• Jun 18, 2024 - United Kennel Club Announces Partnership with Librela
  KALAMAZOO, Mich., June 18, 2024 United Kennel Club (UKC), today announced a 2024 partnership with Librela (bedinvetmab…
• Jun 17, 2024 - Power Outage at UKC Headquarters
  UPDATE: Power was restored at UKC headquarters late Monday afternoon. Due to severe thunderstorms in the Kalamazoo…
• Jun 15, 2024 - 2024 Total Dog Best in Show Winners at Premier Nationals
  2024 Total Dog Best in Show Winner English Springer Spaniel - CH Segre's Early Riser, owned by Jennifer Hitchcock …
• Jun 13, 2024 - 2023 Top Ten & Top Junior Winners at Premier Nationals 2024!
  2023 Overall Top Ten Winner Smooth Fox Terrier - DASH RACEN DGCH Springhill A Reason to Smile, owned by Jane Nolan &…
• Jun 12, 2024 - UKC Promotes Premier Nationals on EightWest in West Michigan
  Recently, UKC Vice President Nicole Sedlecky and National Events Manager Megan Hartmus went on EightWest, in Kalamazoo…
• Jun 4, 2024 - Introducing the UKC Professional Feeding Program
  We have some exciting news to share from our performance dog nutrition partner, Eukanuba. They have launched an…
• May 8, 2024 - UKC Wishes to Thank First Responders in Aftermath of Southwest Michigan Tornadoes
  On Tuesday night, May 7, multiple confirmed tornadoes touched down throughout southwest Michigan, and caused significant…
• Jan 29, 2024 - Entries? Yes, we can!
  Starting January 29, 2024, UKC is pleased to offer an online entry service for UKC licensed clubs. How Does Your Club…
• Jan 29, 2024 - UKC Announces New Online Entry Service Available to Clubs
  As of January 29, 2024, UKC is thrilled to announce a new online entry service available for our licensed clubs. This…
• Jan 3, 2024 - UKC Sends Best Wishes to Outgoing All-Breed Sports Program Manager, Denise Vavla
  Please join all of us at United Kennel Club as we wish a fond and supportive farewell to All-Breed Sports Program…
• Dec 21, 2023 - UKC Officially Merges Field Dog Stud Book (FDSB) Into UKC Stud Book
  Field Dog Stud Book (FDSB) is the oldest purebred dog registry in the United States providing dog owners with authentic…
• Dec 20, 2023 - Breeds Eligible to Receive Pedigrees Under FDSB Mark
  Field Dog Stud Book (FDSB) is the oldest purebred dog registry in the United States providing dog owners with authentic…
• Feb 13, 2023 - Celebrating the 125th Anniversary!
  Founded in Kalamazoo, MI, February 10, 1898, United Kennel Club (UKC) just turned 125 last week. To coincide with the…
• Feb 10, 2023 - Take 20% off until February 12th!
  This weekend only, take 20% off your purchase of a Display Pedigree through the UKC online store. Plus, any Display…
• Feb 9, 2023 - "U.K.C. is just three little letters..."
  Did you know? UKC was founded on February 10, 1898 by then 23-year-old Chauncey Z. Bennett. The 125th anniversary is…
• Feb 9, 2023 - UKC 125th Anniversary: Enter the giveaway!
  Enter for your chance to win one of FIVE $125 gift certificates to the UKC online store! To enter: Purchase a 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…
• 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,…
• Sep 2, 2022 - UKC Donates to Downed Officer
  In the 124-year history of United Kennel Club, there have been very few communities that have had a larger role in the…
• 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…
• Apr 8, 2022 - Dogtra Pathfinder Mini Giveaway
  To celebrate Dogtra, the new Official GPS Collar Partner of UKC, we're excited to announce that we are giving away one…
• 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…
• Dec 17, 2021 - Mailing Address Change for UKC/American Field/Field Dog Stud Book
  We are now a few months into the historic acquisition of American Field by United Kennel Club (UKC). Our teams have…
• Dec 17, 2021 - UKC Sends Best Wishes to Outgoing Director of All-Breed Sports, Hannah Tsui
  Please join us in wishing a supportive farewell to Hannah Tsui as she leaves the UKC team. Hannah has been with UKC for…
• 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…
• Sep 2, 2021 - UKC & American Field: Your Questions Answered
  On September 1, 2021, UKC announced the acquisition of American Field and the Field Dog Stud Book. When that news was…
• 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…
• 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…
• Dec 22, 2020 - Holiday Hours
  Wishing you a safe and happy holiday season. Merry Christmas, from all of us at UKC. The UKC office will be closed…
• Nov 25, 2020 - UKC Office Closed for Thanksgiving
  We are closed Thursday, November 26th and Friday, November 27th, for the Thanksgiving holiday. We will return to normal…
• Jul 28, 2020 - Check out the all new UKC online store!
  Shopping is a breeze! Browse the clothing options, renew your magazine subscription, and even order club forms. It's…
• Jul 27, 2020 - Virtual UKC Premier - Tips & Instructions
  Enter online at ukcdogs.com/premier After you submit your entry online at ukcdogs.com/premier, you will receive a…
• Jul 24, 2020 - Virtual Premier event to be held Saturday, August 22!
  Entries open: July 27th Entries close: August 10th at 4:30 p.m., ET Entries will be accepted online ONLY. How it works…
• Jun 24, 2020 - Premier Safety Precautions for 2020
  We are looking forward to seeing you in August 12-16 for UKC Premier. It's in just a matter of weeks! Premier this year…
• Jun 2, 2020 - Shannon Nardi Joins UKC Team
  We are happy to officially welcome Shannon Nardi to UKC! Shannon has joined the UKC team as a member of the Media…
• 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…
• May 18, 2020 - Upgraded Processing Options & Refunds
  Expedited, Rush, and Next Day Air processing options are again available as of last Friday, May 15th at 1 p.m., ET! …
• May 15, 2020 - UKC To Continue Operations Remotely
  Due to executive order No. 2020-21 issued by Michigan's governor Gretchen Whitmer on 3/23/20 to suppress the spread of…
• Apr 30, 2020 - UKC Donating 100% of Online Performance Listing Numbers Purchased Through May 15th
  Updated: Initially set to run from March 26-April 30, this donation period was extended on April 30th to run through May…
• Mar 19, 2020 - Hannah Tsui named Director of UKC All-Breed Sports Department
  A three-year team member of the All-Breed Sports Department, UKCs Hannah Tsui has been named the Director of All-Breed…
• 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…
• Mar 16, 2020 - UKC Lobby is Closed. Office Remains Open.
  In keeping with statewide suggestions in Michigan to lessen the spread of COVID-19, the UKC lobby is closed to decrease…
• 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…
• Mar 13, 2020 - UKC Licensed Event Announcement Concerning COVID-19
  UKC continues to be vigilant concerning the well-being and safety of our exhibitors and participants. Based on growing…
• Jan 27, 2020 - UKC Announces Multi-Year Partnership with Eukanuba
  United Kennel Club (UKC), today announced a landmark, three-year partnership with Eukanuba, a premium dog food brand…
• Dec 17, 2019 - UKC's New Look: Showcasing Dogs That Do More
  UKC is pleased to share a fresh look with our community! New branding, including a new logo set, will be rolled out…
• Jan 28, 2019 - Closing at 12 p.m., Eastern, for Severe Weather
  Due to severe winter weather across Michigan, we are closing early today, January 28th. Our office will close at 12 p.m.…
• Nov 21, 2018 - Happy Thanksgiving!
  The UKC office will be closed on the following days to celebrate the holiday with family and friends: November 22 &…
• Nov 19, 2018 - UKC Holiday Hours
  Wishing you and yours a safe and happy holiday season! The UKC office will be closed on the following days to…
• 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…
• 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…
• Sep 28, 2018 - UKC Opposes Amendment 13 in Florida
  Amendment 13 in Florida will effectively end all Greyhound racing in the state. While Greyhound racing is not a UKC…
• Jul 2, 2018 - Happy 4th of July!
  The UKC office is open Monday, July 2; and Tuesday, July 3. We will be closed on Wednesday, July 4, to enjoy the holiday…
• Jun 5, 2018 - UKC Celebrates "Hound Day"
  UKC is known for being the first dog registry in the world to computerize all its registration records. Annually, the…
• 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…
• 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…
• May 1, 2018 - National Purebred Dog Day!
  May 1 is National Purebred Dog Day. At UKC, we celebrate purebred dogs every day! UKC supports reputable breeders who…
• 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…
• Mar 28, 2018 - UKC Recognizes Super Retriever Series (SRS) Titles as of April 1, 2018!
  United Kennel Club has added to its ever-growing lineup of dog events to bring more opportunities to sporting and field…
• Mar 7, 2018 - Roy Swafford to Manage UKC Beagle Programs
  United Kennel Club is pleased to announce the addition of Roy Swafford to the Field Operations Department as the new…
• 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…
• 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…
• 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…
• Nov 22, 2017 - Happy Thanksgiving!
  Happy Thanksgiving! Please note, the UKC office will be closed on Thursday, November 23 and Friday, November 24 to…
• 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…
• 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!…
• Aug 29, 2017 - UKC Office Closed September 4th for Labor Day
  The UKC office will be closed September 4 in observance of the holiday. We will return to regular business hours on…
• Aug 28, 2017 - 58th Annual Autumn Oaks - Labor Day Weekend in Richmond, Indiana
  United Kennel Club welcomes coonhound enthusiasts to the Wayne County Fairgrounds in Richmond, Indiana, over Labor Day…
• Aug 17, 2017 - Routine Maintenance August 17, 18, 21
  Online litter registration, points checks, and the online TL platform will be down for a brief period on August 17th,…
• Aug 8, 2017 - UKC Nosework Makes A Difference!
  Submitted by Karen Wroblewski D.V.M. "Some friends and I were consulted on what could be done to enrich the lives of…
• 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…
• Jul 17, 2017 - 2017 Premier Winners Showcase Program Now Available!
  We are pleased to announce the first ever Premier Winners Showcase Program is now available! The Program is a PDF on…
• Jul 7, 2017 - Online Temporary Listing (TL) Numbers Now Available!
  UKC is pleased to announce an automated system for providing Temporary Listing (TL) numbers! This online platform for…
• Jun 30, 2017 - Holiday Hours
  The UKC office will be closed Monday, July 3rd; and Tuesday, July 4th. We will return to normal business hours…
• Jun 26, 2017 - Shed Antler Hunting: An Inviting Sport for Everyone
  New to UKC in 2017, the sport of shed antler hunting has become increasingly popular. The UKC Elite Shed Dog Series is…
• Jun 18, 2017 - 2017 Premier Sunday Best In Show & Altered Best In Show
  Best In Show: AI PTE USA UFA AC UAGII URO3 CH Windcrest Wild Card Spot, a Papillon owned by Jennifer Harman, Anthony A…
• Jun 17, 2017 - 2017 Premier Saturday Best In Show & Altered Best In Show
  Best In Show: CH CGRCH 'PR' Stackem Up The Business Breed, a Treeing Walker Coonhound owned by Bridgette Clary from…
• Jun 17, 2017 - 2017 Premier Total Dog Best In Show & Altered Best In Show
  Total Dog Best In Show: AI PTE USA UFA AC UAGII URO3 CH Windcrest Wild Card Spt, Papillon, owned by Jennifer Harman,…
• Jun 16, 2017 - 2017 Premier Friday Best In Show & Altered Best In Show
  Premier Friday Best In Show: CH Companionway-Sutton Mandolin Wind, a Sussex Spaniel owned by Lori A. Carver & Robert W.…
• Jun 14, 2017 - Attention! Next Day Air and Expedited Services Unavailable June 15 & 16!
  Next Day Air and Expedite service will be unavailable June 15 & 16, 2017. These services will resume on Monday June 19.…
• 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…
• May 10, 2017 - Premier Deadline is Today (May 10)!
  Premier entries close at 4:30 p.m. EDT today, May 10! Enter online to join the fun! View Performance Event Entry…
• May 3, 2017 - Photos From The First Ever UKC Licensed Elite Shed Dog Series Event!
  From prints to mugs, bags or key chains, your favorite event photos can be on display every day! View and purchase…
• May 1, 2017 - Attention UKC Judges: Application Process, Judges Tests, Ring Procedure Workshops, and Apprenticeships
  The new conformation judges test is now available! All current UKC judges who have requested the test by sending an…
• May 1, 2017 - Pre-order your PREMIER logowear!
  Available for pre-order are the following T-shirts: Top Ten All Stars Top Junior And our newest design: Peace, Love,…
• May 1, 2017 - UKC Announces California Classic, January 12-14, 2018
  UKC is excited to announce the California Classic, taking place January 12th-14th, 2018! The UKC California Classic will…
• Apr 19, 2017 - The Early Development Of The Elite Shed Dog Series
  I received an interesting email on March 20, 2016, from a man in Ohio by the name of Scott Kuchenbecker. In his own…
• Mar 23, 2017 - Routine Maintenance
  The message boards, online store, online litter registration platform, and online points checks system will be…
• Mar 16, 2017 - UKC Phone Lines
  2 p.m. We are still experiencing intermittent problems with our phone lines due to the statewide issues our service…
• Mar 3, 2017 - UKC Website Changes
  UKC values every one of our customers, breeders, exhibitors, registrants, judges, stewards, as well as beginners and…
• Feb 10, 2017 - Celebrate UKC's 119th Anniversary with #ukcdogs on Social Media!
  UKC Turns 119 Years Old! Use the hashtag #ukcdogs on social media to show us how you're celebrating! Founded by…
• Dec 21, 2016 - Online Points Checks Now Available!
  Kalamazoo, Mich., December 19, 2016 - We are happy to unveil the Official UKC Online Points Check system! This new and…
• Dec 6, 2016 - UKC Staff Donates Over 220 Pounds of Products to Soldiers
  UKC staff is proud to support our troops and their canine partners! Here at the UKC office we participated in a…
• Oct 31, 2016 - Introducing the Next Generation Spotlight Series, Presented by UKC and Sponsored by Bright Eyes
  The United Kennel Club is pleased to announce the Next Generation Spotlight Series. This series has been established to…
• Oct 11, 2016 - New! Personalized Performance Listing Certificates Now Available!
  Kalamazoo, Michigan, October 11, 2016 - UKC is happy to announce that owners who apply for a Performance Listing…
• Aug 18, 2016 - UKC Announces Staffing Change in Coonhound Field Operations
  Kalamazoo, Michigan, August 19, 2016 -We are happy to announce the hiring of a new Field Operations Department Associate…
• Aug 1, 2016 - August Feature Breeds Announced
  Feature Breeds for August 2016: Belgian Shepherd Dog American Bulldog (photos required) Vizsla Chihuahua Register…
• Jun 22, 2016 - Editor's Notes on Conditional Entries
  Even More On Conditional Entries This column originally appeared in the June 2016 issue of Coonhound Bloodlines. I…
• Mar 15, 2016 - German Shorthaired Pointer Breed Standard Revision
  Kalamazoo, Mich., March 7, 2016 - Recent revisions to the height portion of the German Shorthaired Pointer breed…
• Feb 1, 2016 - UKC Introduces New Program: Socialized Pet Obedience Test (SPOT)
  For more information, email performance@ukcdogs.com Kalamazoo, Mich., February 1, 2016 - UKC’s newest program is…

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