The Irish Kennel Club (IKC) is an organization dedicated to supporting dog breeds and their owners. It maintains a register of purebred dogs in Ireland, issuing pedigree certificates, transfer of ownership certification and export licenses where required.
History The number of Kerry Blue Terriers increased dramatically in the Dublin area as the breed gained admirers in the early 1920s. On St. Patrick's Day 1921, a conformation dog show was organized which included other breeds, in opposition to The Kennel Club of the UK. The popularity of the show was the catalyst that led to the formation of the Irish Kennel Club. The first meeting was held on January 20, 1922.
Affiliation Today, it is a member of the Fédération Cynologique Internationale.
See also Teastas Mor
References
External links
Show Dogs Ireland, a magazine catering to the Irish show dog industry IKC St. Patrick's Celtic Winners dog show 2007