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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Official language
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English |
The Irish Kennel Club (IKC) is an important group in Ireland. It helps people who own dog breeds and supports these special dogs. The IKC keeps a list of purebred dogs in Ireland. They also give out official papers for dogs, like birth certificates for puppies. They help when a dog gets a new owner or needs to move to another country.
History of the IKC
How the Club Started
In the early 1920s, a dog breed called the Kerry Blue Terrier became very popular. Many people in Dublin started to love these dogs. On St. Patrick's Day in 1921, a special dog show was held. This show was for Kerry Blue Terriers and other breeds too. It was different from shows run by the UK's Kennel Club.
The First Meeting
The dog show was a big success. Its popularity made people want to start their own Irish dog club. So, the Irish Kennel Club was officially formed. Their very first meeting took place on January 20, 1922.
Working with Other Clubs
Today, the Irish Kennel Club is part of a bigger international group. This group is called the Fédération Cynologique Internationale. It connects kennel clubs from all over the world.
