of Placerville, California
| PO Box 2176 Placerville, CA 95667 |
Hangtown Kennel Club is an AKC-licensed All-Breed Dog Club located in Placerville, California, USA. Placerville is located on the western slope of the Sierra Nevada, and is one of the original towns that sprung up during the Gold Rush. Our club's name refers to one of Placerville's original place names, "Old Hangtown."
Our members come from all walks of life and represent a wide variety of breeds. Many club members are actively involved in AKC competition events such as conformation, obedience, hunting test, and agility trials, spending their weekends at events throughout the USA. Other members have their faithful dog at home and belong to the club to learn more about dogs and for the camaraderie among our members.
We hold two AKC All-Breed Dog Shows each year during the last weekend in May (Memorial Day) and two AKC Agility Trials during the month of October. In addition, we hold a yearly AKC "B" level match each December, and year-round obedience classes. We also participate in many community activities throughout the year, including visits to local nursing homes with our dogs, breed and obedience demonstrations at local events, and public education seminars.
General Meetings NOW AT 7:00 PM!!!
NEW LOCATION!! Eskaton Village
3380 Blairs Lane
Placerville, CA 95667
General meetings are held the second Tuesday of every month at 7:00 PM. Our normal meeting place (until otherwise determined) will be in the dining Room at Eskaton Village in Placerville Click here for Map.
Following is a schedule of upcoming meetings for 2010.
| Meeting Date | Location | Program |
| January | NO MEETING | NO MEETING - Banquet on January 9th |
| February 9 | Eskaton Village | Anatolian Shepherd Rescue |
| March 9 | Eskaton Village | Mondio Ring sport / Belgian Malonois |
| April 13 | Golden Dragon | Sue Hunt discusses Obedience and Rally |
| May 11 | Eskaton Village | Discuss Show |
| June 8 | Eskaton Village | Linda Mack - Meet the Plott Hound |
| July 13 | Eskaton Village | Dr. Lisa Boyer DVM speaking on Herbal Medicine & Acupuncture |
| August 10 | Eskaton Village | |
| September 14 | Eskaton Village | |
| October 12 | Eskaton Village | |
| November 9 | Eskaton Village | Discuss Match |
| December 14 | Eskaton Village | Elections |
Rattlesnake Avoidance Training
July 31- August 1
Hangtown Kennel Club will again conduct Rattlesnake Avoidance Training this year on Saturday, July 31 and Sunday August 1.
Call Cathy Keeler at (530) 622-6909 for more information.
“Let The Games Begin” Obedience Seminar
Hangtown Kennel Club is hosting an educational obedience workshop November 20 & 21, 2010 led by dog training coach and author Lori Drouin. The two day seminar will be held at the El Dorado County Fairgrounds.
Registration fees for the two-day seminar are $160 for working teams (handler and dog) and $100 for auditors. Space is limited to the first 15 working teams registered, and approximately 25 auditors. Please note, Lori’s workshops sell out FAST so early registration is recommended.
CLICK HERE for registration form.
Call Cathy Keeler at (530) 622-6909 for more information.
Training Classes Now In Progress!
Our current 4-week session began on June 3rd at the Shingle Springs Community Center. The next session will be a full 6 weeks and begins on July 1st at the El Dorado County Fairgrounds in Placerville. CLICK HERE for a detailed schedule and more information on classes.
Call Cathy Keeler at (530) 622-6909 for more information.
CGC Testing September 30, 6:00 PM
Hangtown Kennel Club will offer Canine Good Citizen Testing on Thursday, September 30 at 6:00 PM on the main lawn at the El Dorado County Fairgrounds. CLICK HERE for more information on the AKC Canine Good Citizen program.
Call Cathy Keeler at (530) 622-6909 for more information.
Legislation and Regulations
Hangtown Kennel Club supports responsible dog ownership, including voluntary spay/neuter where appropriate. We support the Concerned Dog Owners of California (CDOC) because they subscribe to the same goals.
Click Here to visit the CDOC web site for more information on legislation and regulations that could affect you and your dog.
Hangtown Kennel Club is Active in our Community!
HKC Donates $200 to Placerville Police Department's Bloodhound program
HKC presents Jo Pope Scholarship to UC Davis Veterinary students
HKC Members make Pet Therapy visits to the elderly
HKC Donates $200 to El Dorado Humane Society Elder-Care
HKC Donates Exam Table to El Dorado Animal Control
HKC Installs Doggie Bag Dispensers on local trails
Links to Member's Web Sites
Club Member's Puppy Pictures
Pictures of our puppies and other special dogs - Just for fun!
Dog Related Links
Links to other web sites that may be of interest to dog lovers
About Dog Agility Competition
An article about agility by Laurie Buckley
Recommended Reading
Member-recommended books are available on Amazon.com
Email:
webmaster@hangtownkc.org
Last update: 26-July-2010
