Irish Kennel Club facts for kids
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| Abbreviation | IKC |
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| Formation | January 20, 1922 |
| Type | Kennel club |
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Ireland |
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English |
The Irish Kennel Club (IKC) is an important group in Ireland. It helps support different dog breeds and their owners. The IKC keeps official records of purebred dogs in Ireland. They also give out special papers like pedigree certificates. These papers show a dog's family tree. They also help with changing dog ownership and getting licenses to send dogs to other countries.
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History of the IKC
How the Club Started
In the early 1920s, a dog breed called the Kerry Blue Terrier became very popular. Many of these dogs were found around Dublin. People really liked them!
On St. Patrick's Day in 1921, a special dog show was held. This show included Kerry Blue Terriers and other breeds. It was different from shows run by The Kennel Club in the UK. This popular event inspired people to create a new club.
Founding the Irish Kennel Club
Because the dog show was such a big success, the Irish Kennel Club was formed. The very first meeting happened on January 20, 1922. This marked the official start of the IKC.
What the IKC Does Today
Helping Dog Owners
The IKC helps dog owners in many ways. They make sure that purebred dogs have proper records. This includes giving out pedigree certificates. These papers prove a dog's purebred status. They also help when a dog changes owners. The IKC issues official transfer papers for this.
Connecting with Other Clubs
The Irish Kennel Club is part of a bigger group. It is a member of the Fédération Cynologique Internationale. This is a worldwide organization for dog clubs. Being a member helps the IKC connect with dog lovers everywhere.
See also
- Teastas Mor
External links
- Show Dogs Ireland, a magazine for dog shows in Ireland
- IKC St. Patrick's Celtic Winners dog show 2007
