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 Pet-Data
Visit the IKC Pet-Data 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
April 20, 2018
Press release re Mr. Gerry Hickey
The death has taken place recently of Mr. Gerry Hickey, (Irish Kennel Club Hon. Life Member). Gerry served as Treasurer...
April 12, 2018
Alabama rot found in dog walked in Massey’s Wood Rathfarnham Dublin last year in 2017
Alabama rot found in dog walked in Massey’s Wood Rathfarnham Dublin last year in 2017. It appears that people are...
An Ard Chomhairle
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Show Dates
Upcoming Events
Every Tuesday Evening and Sunday Morning
The Irish Kennel Club
Gadharchumann na hÉireann
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Address
Irish Kennel Club
Fottrell House
Harold's Cross Bridge
Dublin 6W , Ireland
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