GRAND VALLEY KENNEL CLUB - Grand Junction, Colorado

The Grand Valley Kennel Club...

was established in 1970 for lovers of all dog breeds.
held the first AKC-sanctioned dog show in Western Colorado in 1974.
hosts an annual All-Breed Dog Show.
has a lot of fun!

If you would like to learn more about participating in the work of our club, please visit one of our monthly meetings.

At our meetings we conduct club business, prepare and organize our shows, socialize with other members, and learn about other breeds, nutrition, and training techniques.

Our meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m., at the Corner Square, 120 West Park Drive Suite 200, Grand Junction CO, at the corner of First and Patterson.

Welcome to
Grand Valley Kennel Club
Located in Grand Junction, Colorado
an all-breed sanctioned club of The American Kennel Club

GVKC Mission Statement

To further the advancement of all dogs, particularly purebred dogs; to promote the sport of dog shows and encourage sportsman-like competition at such events; to educate our members and the public about responsible ownership and breeding of dogs; to advocate for the protection and well-being of all dogs; and to adhere to the guidelines of the American Kennel Club in our activities.

Our Activities in Support of Our Mission Statement

GVKC hosts an annual AKC-licensed show each year.
GVKC sponsors educational seminars, open to the public, to advance responsible dog ownership, canine health, and information on quality dog breeding programs.
The club refers specific breed inquiries to reputable dog breeders in the area.
GVKC has monthly meetings with programs given by experts who provide information on the reduction of disease, genetic defects, injuries, and ailments which may affect our dogs.

Remembering Buddy
	The news accounts of Buddy, a blue heeler-German shepherd mix, saddened us all. Buddy was a rescue dog who was adopted into a loving ‘forever home.’ Unfortunately, he was stolen from his family, then tortured and killed by being dragged behind a pickup. Those responsible were apprehended, but the anguish we all feel remains. Buddy’s trust was betrayed, but other rescue dogs remain in shelters waiting for their ‘forever homes’ where they can live happily ever after. In remembrance of Buddy, GVKC is co-sponsoring a project to provide soft, warm pads for pets in our local animal shelters. We are grateful to our members Kaitlyn and Nanette Loya and Wilma Flies of Canine Design for starting the project and donating their time to make the pads. You can do your part by donating $10 to purchase the materials for a pad. This is not a fund-raiser; it is a community service project to promote the well-being and kind treatment of all pets.
PADS 4 PETS A community service project sponsored by The Grand Valley Kennel Club, Inc and Canine Design, LLC “In Memory of Buddy” Your $10 Donation buys a warm comfort pad for a homeless pet at one of the local animal shelters. It will be donated in your pet’s name! We will be accepting donations through March 1st, 2010 Please make checks payable to Grand Valley Kennel Club Drop-off and mail sites for donations: Canine Design, LLC, 329 S. Maple, Fruita, CO 81521 Salon, Salon, 15th and North Ave., Grand Junction, CO 81501 The Pet Spa, 2509 Industrial Ct., Grand Junction, CO 81505 GVKC, P.O. Box 1751, Grand Junction, CO 81502 Contact: Pads 4 Pets Chairman, Kaitlyn Loya, at Pads4pets@yahoo.com or (970)778-7016 CLICK HERE FOR A DONATION FORM YOU CAN FILL IN