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Irish Kennel Club
Irish Kennel Club logo.png
Abbreviation IKC
Formation January 20, 1922; 102 years ago (1922-01-20)
Type Kennel club
Location
  • Fottrell House, Harold's Cross Bridge, Harold's Cross, Dublin 6W, Ireland
Region served
Ireland
Official language
English

The Irish Kennel Club or IKC is an organization dedicated to supporting dog breeds and their owners. It maintains a register of purebred dogs in Ireland, issuing pedigree certificates, transfer of ownership certification and export licenses where required.

History

The number of Kerry Blue Terriers increased dramatically in the Dublin area as the breed gained admirers in the early 1920s. On St. Patrick's Day 1921, a conformation dog show was organized which included other breeds, in opposition to The Kennel Club of the UK. The popularity of the show was the catalyst that led to the formation of the Irish Kennel Club. The first meeting was held on January 20, 1922.

Affiliation

Today, it is a member of the Fédération Cynologique Internationale.

See also

  • Teastas Mor
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