The Irish Kennel Club
Dedicated to Dogs
Our mission is to advance the health, breeding and sport of purebred dogs and promote responsible dog ownership. The Irish Kennel Club is always there when you need us providing knowledge and expertise on canine matters.
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Find Your Perfect Breed
Need help finding the perfect breed of dog for you? Answer a few questions about you and your lifestyle to find the breed best suited to you! Before buying any dog please refer to our How To Buy A Puppy section as both the purchaser and the breeder have responsibilities, some of which are a legal requirement.
Interested In Buying A Pedigree Dog?
Look no further than Puppy Zone for micro-chipped pedigree dogs, registered with the IKC, available from IKC members. Before buying you are advised to refer to our How To Buy A Puppy section as both the purchaser and the breeder have responsibilities, some of which are a legal requirement. The IKC does not guarantee any dog showcased in Puppy Zone.
Application forms
Register your dog(s) with the Irish Kennel Club. Register a litter of puppies, a dog or an overseas dog.
IKC Microchip Database
Visit the IKC Microchip Database website for information on lost dogs.
Dog Shows
Dog Shows are an exciting way to meet other dog owners, to socialise your pet, and to test his or her abilities if you choose to enter a competitive event.
Working Trials
The sport of Working Trials is the canine equivalent of Three Day Eventing. The Nosework –Cross Country, Obedience – Dressage, and Agility – Show Jumping.
Agility
Agility is a fast-paced, exciting dog sport with great spectator appeal. It is an excellent test of the partnership between the handler and dog.
Obedience
Obedience events exhibit how well a dog, through training and condition, can behave at home, in public and around of other dogs.
Breed and Society Contacts
Find contact information for various breed clubs and societies around Ireland.
Latest News
July 16, 2019
Heritage Status
I am pleased to announce that the 9 Irish Breeds have been granted National Heritage status by the Minister. This...
July 9, 2019
AN ARD CHOMHAIRLE 12TH JULY 2019
AN ARD CHOMHAIRLE 12TH JULY 2019 Change of Judge Combined Canine Club All Breed Ch 21/4/2019 Mrs C Mulcahy and...
An Ard Chomhairle
An Ard Chomhairle representative members can log in to view information about An Ard Chomhairle.
Show Dates
Upcoming Events
Every Tuesday Evening and Sunday Morning
The Irish Kennel Club
Gadharchumann na hÉireann
Site Links
Address
Irish Kennel Club
Fottrell House
Harold's Cross Bridge
Dublin 6W , Ireland
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Registered in Ireland - Registered No 112543.
