Our History
The Fredericton Kennel Club has a history dating back to 1920, when Robert and William Laskey organized a group of dog lovers who were interested in promoting purebred dogs. Later that year Robert became Maritime Director when the Canadian Kennel Club was first formed. The first Fredericton Kennel Club dog show was held that year!
In 1923, shows were also being held in Saint John, Halifax and Pictou. By 1970 there were 40 dog shows in the maritimes and by 1983 there were 60 dog shows in Atlantic Canada. The FKC was not active during the war years, but was reactivated in 1947. In 1979, the Fredericton Kennel Club was incorporated.
Presently, dog shows by the FKC are held annually in the New Brunswick Capital region. We strive to bring popular Canadian & world class judges to our shows and provide enjoyable events! In 2015 we are now pleased to be offering obedience & rally obedience trials in conjunction with our all-breed shows.
The Fredericton Kennel Club Inc meets monthly to conduct the Club's business affairs, and often presents educational programs & dog health initiatives such as CERF/BAER Clinics for all dog lovers. The FKC hosts handling classes, fun matches, junior handling and various other events throughout the year for dogs & their people.
In 1923, shows were also being held in Saint John, Halifax and Pictou. By 1970 there were 40 dog shows in the maritimes and by 1983 there were 60 dog shows in Atlantic Canada. The FKC was not active during the war years, but was reactivated in 1947. In 1979, the Fredericton Kennel Club was incorporated.
Presently, dog shows by the FKC are held annually in the New Brunswick Capital region. We strive to bring popular Canadian & world class judges to our shows and provide enjoyable events! In 2015 we are now pleased to be offering obedience & rally obedience trials in conjunction with our all-breed shows.
The Fredericton Kennel Club Inc meets monthly to conduct the Club's business affairs, and often presents educational programs & dog health initiatives such as CERF/BAER Clinics for all dog lovers. The FKC hosts handling classes, fun matches, junior handling and various other events throughout the year for dogs & their people.