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Young Kennel Club (YKC) has been set up especially for young dog lovers
between the ages of 6-24 years and encourages interest in the care, training
and activities associated with dogs.
The
YKC has the following aims:
· To educate young people in the care and training of dogs.
· To develop courtesy, sportsmanship and self-discipline.
· To encourage a sense of responsibility in dog ownership.
· To enable young people to enjoy participation in and management
of all activities connected with dogs.
· To promote activities which fulfil the foregoing aims.
As
a member of the club you will not only be able to meet new friends (human
and canine alike) but you will also have the chance to learn and get
involved in all things connected with dogs.
What's
included in the Membership Pack?
Membership
Certificate
This membership certificate will contain details of your YKC membership
for you to frame, together with your YKC membership number to use when
entering YKC classes and events held throughout the year.
Membership
Pack
On application to the YKC, members will receive their very own membership
pack, customised to their age range, and filled with all the information
required to become involved in all things canine.
Membership
Card
This pocket sized membership card will contain details of your YKC membership
number and is perfect for taking to shows and events throughout the
year.
Membership
Badge
YKC members are entitled to choose one of two membership badges. Not
only do they identify you as a member, they also gain you FREE entry
into Discover Dogs, Earls Court, London. Members who like the look of
both badges can purchase the extra badge for only £3.00.
YKC
Newsletter
The YKC newsletter is published four times a year and will provide you
information on latest developments regarding the YKC, forthcoming events
and competitions, the opportunity to win prizes and news from the Kennel
Club.
Free
Gift
All members will receive a FREE gift with their membership pack. This
is rotated regularly, and currently it is a personalised pen.
Beginners
Guides to YKC Classes
Each pack will contain a beginners guide to the following YKC disciplines:
· Handling
· Agility
· Obedience
· Flyball
· Stakes
· Heelwork to Music
These contain vital information that will help newcomers get started
in the canine world.
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Beginners Guides
YKC
Events Listing
The YKC holds events throughout the calendar year in order for members
to train and compete, with the chance of qualifying for Crufts. Each
folder contains the event listings along with details of how to go about
entering.
Clubs
and Societies holding YKC classes
In addition to our own events, various clubs and societies hold YKC
classes throughout the year for YKC members to compete in. This booklet
lists all of the information you will need to find the class for you.
Canine
Code
This handy booklet aims to highlight the responsibilities of dog ownership
and to give both owners and prospective owners guidance in developing
and enjoying a rewarding relationship with your dog. The Canine Code
also provides information on the necessary care and legal requirements
of dog ownership.
Crufts
Tickets
All YKC members can gain FREE entry to Crufts. All paid up members will
be sent a season ticket that gains access to the show over the four
days in February.
Discover
Dogs Entry
All YKC members can gain FREE entry to this doggy extravaganza held
each year at Earls Court, London.
What
is available to me as a YKC member?
YKC
Classes and Events
Registered clubs and societies provide YKC classes throughout the year
for members to participate in and try to qualify for Crufts. In addition
the YKC hosts a number of events each year where members new to the
world of dogs can train, and those more experienced compete.
YKC
Awards
From attending YKC classes, members can obtain a number of YKC certificates
and badges, displayed below.
· Agility
· Jumping
· Obedience
· Handling
· Showing
· Special
· Recruit a Friend
Crufts
The YKC has its own ring at Crufts that is run by Senior Members. YKC
members take part in many competitions as a result of their continued
hard work throughout the year at YKC classes and events, and there is
always something exciting to either compete in or watch. The attractions
include Stakes, Handling, Obedience, Agility, Flyball, Jumping, Triathlons,
Biathlons, Heelwork to Music and Grooming.
National
Training Camp
Each year the YKC hold a National Training Camp for members aged between
8-16 years. All of the activities are organised and run by Senior Members
and the week is packed full of training and social activities. This
is the perfect opportunity for members to socialise and have fun with
their dogs surrounded by like-minded youngsters.
Outward
Bound
Each year Senior Members aged between 16-24 years are offered the opportunity
to attend an Outward Bound Development Course. Members focus on teamwork,
confidence, sportsmanship and communication skills. Other objectives
include problem solving, leadership and project management. YKC members
can then maximise the skills learned during the course and apply these
when helping with the organisation of YKC events.
How
much does membership cost?
Membership
to the YKC is just £10.00 per year.
How
do I join?
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here
What’s
included in the membership?
Membership
includes:
Member’s
badge, certificate, card and gif
Regular editions of the YKC newsletter
Access to the exclusive YKC pages of the Kennel Club website
Free admission to Crufts and Discover Dogs
Opportunities to take part in competitions and special training days
Help and advice from canine experts on all canine activities
Opportunities to take part in activities and competitions at Crufts.
How
much does membership cost?
Membership
to the YKC is just £10.00 per year.
How
to join?
YKC
ACTIVITIES
There
is so much to do as a member of the Young Kennel Club, here are just
a few examples:
The
Agility Dog of the Year Competition
Show Handler of the Year Competition
Obedience Competitions
Stakes Classes and Final
Annual Quiz Competition
Training Camp
YKC Finals at Crufts
VOLUNTEERS
NEEDED FOR CRUFTS 2006
BBC
Runners
The BBC have once again requested the help of YKC members aged 12 Years
and over to assist them with the collection of results at Crufts 2006.
If you would like to volunteer you can download this form.
Please return the form to Young Kennel Club, 1-5 Clarges Street, Piccadilly,
London W1J 8AB by no later than Monday 27 February 2006.
All successful volunteers will then receive further information and
show passes after this date.
First
Heelwork to Music Licensed Show in Scotland
The
First Heelwork to Music Licensed Show in Scotland is to be held at Help
Fife Animals on Saturday 4 June 2006. There will be a Junior Handler
class for handlers under 18 years of age. Click to download the schedule,
entry form and further details. For further information please contact
Carol Mortimer at carol.mortimer@btopenworld.com or on 01507 327612.
Entries close on 4 May 2006 (Postmark).
Easter
on Anglesey at Tai Lawr (14-17 April 2006)
Training and Fun Competitions for all the family
This weekend will be particularly suitable for newcomers to dog sports
and is an opportunity for all involved to try something new. All training
is open to YKC members, parents and guardians. If a training session
is full, priority will be given to YKC members.
Programme
of Events:
Friday 14 & Saturday 15 April 2006
Introduction to Flyball (Peter Roberts, Delia Roberts and Molly Harte)
Flyball Team Training (For dogs already playing the game)
Agility Training (All levels Peter Roberts and Ruth Hobday)
Obedience Training (Edith Miller)
Saturday
15 April 2006
Introduction to Heelwork to Music (Maggie Backhouse and Margaret Booth)
This will be indoors at Gaerwen Farm a few miles away
Introduction to Gundog / Retriever (Frank Murray)
Sunday
16 April 2006
Agility and Flyball Training and Demonstrations
Flyball Pairs and Singles Time Trials
Fun Races
Lure Chase (Introduction to Lurcher type chase of lure, open to any
breed)
Monday
17 April 2006
Companion Dog Show with Obedience (Subject to Welsh KC approval)
Tai
Lawr is a working smallholding with sheep and baby lambs. The land has
18 acres of exercise area and a sandy dog friendly beaches is only a
40 minute walk or a few minutes drive. Camping is available on site.
For further details / schedule & to book camping, call Peter or
Delia on 01407 810610 or email PeterPODS@aol.com
All advertised training will be available. However please Note the programme
is provisional & will be flexible /subject to changes.
All YKC Crufts competitions entries closed on 6 January 2006. The office
will now be collating the entry forms and producing the running orders.
Please do not call the office to check if your entry form has been received
as we are dealing with hundreds of pieces of paper and this only delays
the process. We will endeavour to try and produce all running orders
by the end of January, when they will be posted on the website and mailed
to all members participating in competitions along with their entry
tickets and further information.
YKC Membership Renewals
All YKC members who have paid their renewal subscription for 2006 should
be receiving their four day season ticket to Crufts 2006 over the next
couple of days. Renewals are due into the YKC office by 1 January 2006
and on receipt of your renewal form the Crufts entry ticket will be
sent. The membership renewal form can be downloaded here.
Clubs and Societies holding YKC Crufts Qualifiers
The list of clubs and societies holding YKC Crufts qualifiers has now
been updated and can be viewed by clicking here. This booklet along
with the new YKC Information Guide and Fetch magazine will be sent to
all renewed members at the end of January 2006.
Kennel Club Job Opportunities
The YKC website will now also feature vacancies that arise at the Kennel
Club, ensuring that as many doggie friendly people are alerted to the
opportunities available as possible. New this month is an Education
Assistant and Administrator for Working Trials, Obedience and Agility,
both based in Central London. The closing date for both applications
is Friday 16th December 2005, please visit our Recruitment page for
more information.
YKC
NATIONAL TRAINING CAMP 2006
The YKC are delighted to announce that the summer camp will once again
be held at Brooksby College, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire on 22-28
July 2006. Applications to attend will be sent with the January edition
of Fetch to all members
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