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• Nov 11, 2024 - Carroll County Field Trial Club
  Due to reasons beyond our control, the Carroll County Amateur trial will be delayed by one week. The trial will now start Wednesday, November 20, at 8 a.m. and draw on Monday, November 18, at 7 p.m., at the home of Gary McKibben.
• Oct 9, 2024 - Region 5 (AFTCA) Amateur Shooting Dog Championship
  Due to the extreme heat predicted in SW Missouri this weekend, the Region 5 (AFTCA) Amateur Shooting Dog Championship has been postponed until Spring 2025. New dates will be posted as soon as they are confirmed.
• Oct 2, 2024 - Duplin County Field Trial Club
  Due to flooding of the grounds, the Duplin County Field Trial Club's trial scheduled for October 4 will be moved to: Hunter's Creek Kennels Sammy and Nida Giddens farm 3012 East Darden Rd. Faison, NC 28341 Entries to: Carolyn Quinn--(910)…
• Oct 1, 2024 - October 2024 UKC Field
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• Sep 3, 2024 - 2024 Field Trial Hall of Fame Voting NOW OPEN
  Calling all subscribers to UKC Field! Voting is now open for the 2024 Field Trial Hall of Fame honors! Personalities Clinton "Joe" Bush Gordon Hazlewood Larry Smith Sandy Walker Dogs Builder's Risk Chasehill Little Bud Chelsea…
• Sep 1, 2024 - UKC Field - September 2024
  Welcome to the newest issue of UKC Field, UKC's newest publication, embracing the tradition and sport of Pointing Dog Field Trials! We hope you're enjoying this new publication from UKC, which you can now get delivered right to your door! …
• Aug 21, 2024 - The Southwestern Championship
  Due to unexpected circumstances, this year's running of The Southwestern Championship and Derby stake, in Trail City, South Dakota, has been canceled. We look forward to continuing this great tradition next year! We apologize for any…
• Aug 16, 2024 - 2024 Hall of Fame Nominations - Final Nominations
  Nominations received as of 8/5/24. Nominations are now closed. For questions regarding the UKC Field Newsletter, email Gina Smith at gsmith@ukcdogs.com ***Ballots and voting instructions will appear in the September issue of the UKC Field…
• Aug 1, 2024 - UKC Field - August 2024
  Welcome to the newest issue of UKC Field, UKC's newest publication, embracing the tradition and sport of Pointing Dog Field Trials! We hope you're enjoying this new publication from UKC, which you can now get delivered right to your door! …
• Jul 5, 2024 - 126th National Championship
  National Field Trial Champion Association, Inc. President Charles F. Bryan has announced the judges for the 126th Renewal of the National Championship: Jadie Rayfield, Mount Pleasant, South Carolina; Rich Robertson Jr., Payette, Idaho; and…
• Jul 1, 2024 - U. S. Complete Scholarship Essay
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• Jul 1, 2024 - UKC Field - July 2024
  Welcome to the newest issue of UKC Field, UKC's newest publication, embracing the tradition and sport of Pointing Dog Field Trials! We hope you're enjoying this new publication from UKC, which you can now get delivered right to your door! …
• Jun 28, 2024 - 2024 Field Trial Obituaries
  Notices Received In June Michael J. Peretto February 20, 1940-June 25, 2024 By Mike Husenits With a heavy heart, I write this notice of the passing of a dear friend and avid lover of bird dogs and golf. Mike Peretto of Export, Pennsylvania…
• Jun 1, 2024 - Rules, Regulations, and A Working Relationship for 100 Years
  The American Field/UKC, Field Dog Stud Book (FDSB), and Amateur Field Trial Clubs of America (AFTCA) have had a working relationship for more than 100 years. Because of that relationship, American Field/UKC field trials, Open or Amateur,…
• Jun 1, 2024 - UKC Field - June 2024
  Welcome to the newest issue of UKC Field, UKC's newest publication, embracing the tradition and sport of Pointing Dog Field Trials! We hope you're enjoying this new publication from UKC, which you can now get delivered right to your door! …
• May 23, 2024 - Now Accepting Hall of Fame Nominations
  It's that time of year again. Hall of Fame nominations for those deserving dogs and personalities are open. To submit a nomination, email Dinora at dwellmann@ukcdogs.com The Field Trial Hall of Fame was initiated in 1954, and since that…
• May 1, 2024 - UKC Field - May 2024
  Welcome to the newest issue of UKC Field, UKC's newest publication, embracing the tradition and sport of Pointing Dog Field Trials! We hope you're enjoying this new publication from UKC, which you can now get delivered right to your door! …
• Apr 15, 2024 - Western Shooting Dog Championship
  Western Shooting Dog Championship advertised judge Jared Tappero has had to regretfully relinquish his assignment due to his work schedule. Jim Wolthuis of Sacramento, California, has agreed to replace Mr. Tappero in this judicial role and…
• Apr 8, 2024 - Region 13 (AFTCA) Amateur Shooting Dog Championship
  Due to a medical emergency, Bill Branham is not available to take entries for the Region 13 (AFTCA) Amateur Shooting Dog Championship scheduled to begin on Saturday, April 13. Please contact Jim Cipponeri at (248) 789-0758 to enter. The…
• Apr 5, 2024 - Midwest Vizsla Shooting Dog Championship
  The September 2023 running of the Midwest Vizsla Shooting Dog Championship was canceled due to low entries. The National Vizsla Association has decided to reschedule the trial for April 19 at Bird Dog Ranch, Thayer, Iowa. Please see the…
• Apr 1, 2024 - Standards of Qualifications for the 2025 National Championship
  The 2024 renewal of the National Field Trial Championship is in the books. Touch's Gallatin Fire, a pointer male owned by Alex Rickert of Bozeman, Montana, and handled by Mark McLean, was crowned the winner. Looking ahead, "Standards of…
• Apr 1, 2024 - UKC Field - April 2024
  Welcome to the newest issue of UKC Field, UKC's newest publication, embracing the tradition and sport of Pointing Dog Field Trials! We hope you're enjoying this new publication from UKC, which you can now get delivered right to your door! …
• Mar 22, 2024 - Grand Valley Bird Dog Club
  The decision has been made to cancel this weekend's trial. This is very unfortunate because we had over 70 dogs entered. This is the first time in the club's 50-year history that we have canceled due to weather! With so many participants…
• Mar 22, 2024 - Indiantown Gap Keystone Open Shooting Dog Classic
  Jeff Currier will not be able to judge the upcoming Keystone Open Shooting Dog Classic starting April 8 in Petersburg, Pennsylvania. Chris Catanzarite will join Jim Wallace in judging this one-hour National Open Shooting Dog qualifier.
• Mar 21, 2024 - USCSDA National Amateur Championship
  Due to an upgraded weather forecast for excessive rain and flooding, likely causing poor and unsafe course conditions for horses, dogs, and handlers, the decision has been made to cancel the U. S. Complete National Amateur Championship.…
• Mar 18, 2024 - Clarksville Bird Dog Club
  Shane Duckworth will not be able to judge the upcoming Clarksville Bird Dog Club amateur trial at the Huntingdon, Tennessee grounds on March 21-24. Mark Haynes has graciously agreed to judge all stakes with Steve Towery.
• Mar 8, 2024 - Cedar Valley Classic
  The Derby Field Trial Club, founded by Terry Merritt, proudly presents the Cedar Valley Open Shooting Dog Classic starting March 25 at the Hoffman Field Trial Grounds. We're excited to announce that extra funds have been secured to be…
• Mar 7, 2024 - Cedar Valley Classic
  Due to a scheduling conflict with the NCWRC, the Cedar Valley Classic will now start on Friday, March 22. The drawing will be held on Tuesday, March 19, at 7 p.m. (EST). Click here for particulars.
• Mar 5, 2024 - All-America Derby Championship
  The All-America Derby Championship is scheduled to begin on Friday, March 8, near Pinckneyville, Illinois. Please note that ALL pointing breeds whelped on or after January 1, 2022, are eligible to enter. For trial particulars, please see…
• Mar 5, 2024 - Jayhawk Open Shooting Dog Championship & Derby Classic
  The upcoming Jayhawk Open Shooting Dog Championship and Derby Classic has a judge change. Dan Campbell of Salt Lake City, Utah, will replace Charles Aspenson and join Bart Hastings. For particulars, see the ad here.
• Mar 4, 2024 - Clarksville Pointer & Setter Club
  I am deeply disappointed to report that the Clarksville Pointer & Setter Club is canceling the amateur trial scheduled for March 6-8. This cancellation is due to a low entry in the Amateur All-Age stake, and Amateur Shooting Dog entries…
• Mar 1, 2024 - Kansas Field Trial Hall of Fame
  The Kansas Field Trial Clubs Association is accepting nominations for the Kansas Field Trial Hall of Fame through April 1, 2024, for inductees (people and dogs). Blank nominating forms and a complete list of criteria are available by…
• Mar 1, 2024 - UKC Field - March 2024
  Welcome to the newest issue of UKC Field, UKC's newest publication, embracing the tradition and sport of Pointing Dog Field Trials! We hope you're enjoying this new publication from UKC, which you can now get delivered right to your door! …
• Feb 27, 2024 - NBHA Midwest Regional Championship
  Aaron McAfee is not able to judge the NBHA Midwest Regional Championship starting March 22 at Whetstone Wildlife Management Area near Williamsburg, Missouri. Joining Tim Penn will be Dr. Bill Wright of Bellflower, Missouri, for the…
• Feb 22, 2024 - Cecil Proctor & Region 8 Open All-Age
  The Oil Capital Field Trial Association is hosting two National Championship qualifying stakes starting Monday, February 26, in Inola, Oklahoma. Replacing the advertised judges in the Cecil Proctor Open All-Age are Donnie Jeffrey of Omaha,…
• Feb 13, 2024 - Reelfoot Field Trial Club
  The results of the Reelfoot trials were published in the February issue of UKC Field on pages 43-44. The Open Shooting Dog stake listed the incorrect second-place winner and the third-place winner was inadvertently omitted. Here are the…
• Feb 9, 2024 - Hanover Field Trial Association
  Due to Kirk Regensburg's knee surgery, the Hanover Field Trial Association has canceled its trial scheduled for March 2.
• Feb 9, 2024 - Region 11 (AFTCA) Amateur Shooting Dog Derby
  Due to inclement weather in the area during the trial on January 13, the Region 11 Amateur Shooting Dog Derby stake was not run. The Region 11 stake will run on Sunday, February 18, at Stinson's Moonlight Ranch, Valley Springs, California,…
• Feb 1, 2024 - Oil Capital Field Trial Association
  Due to conflicting trial dates, the Oil Capital Field Trial Association has rescheduled its February trial for April 5-7. The drawing will be held on Wednesday, April 3. Trial particulars may be found here.
• Feb 1, 2024 - UKC Field - February 2024
  Welcome to the newest issue of UKC Field, UKC's newest publication, embracing the tradition and sport of Pointing Dog Field Trials! We hope you're enjoying this new publication from UKC, which you can now get delivered right to your door! …
• Jan 31, 2024 - Clarksville Bird Dog Club
  Due to a conflict in schedule with two other trials in the Region 6 area, club officials have decided to reschedule the Clarksville Bird Dog Club trial to March 21-24. The drawing will be held Monday, March 18, 7 p.m., at the home of Lisa…
• Jan 29, 2024 - Region 7 (AFTCA) Amateur All-Age Championship & M.G. Perkins Classic
  Due to weather conditions, we were forced to cancel the Region 7 Amateur All-Age Championship that was scheduled to start on January 19. We have rescheduled the trial to start on February 16. The drawing will be held on Monday, February 12…
• Jan 26, 2024 - Clarksville Bird Dog Club
  The Clarksville Bird Dog Club will have a judicial change in its upcoming amateur trial. Shane Duckworth will replace Scott Little in judging the Amateur All-Age and Amateur Derby stakes and join Steve Towery of Murray, KY. The trial is…
• Jan 24, 2024 - Region 4 (AFTCA) Amateur Shooting Dog Championship
  The Region 4 (AFTCA) Amateur Shooting Dog Championship has been rescheduled for February 9-11 at the West Kentucky WMA in Kevil, KY. The drawing will be held Tuesday, February 6, 7 p.m., at the home of Mary Sue Schalk. Judges are pending.
• Jan 22, 2024 - Region 6 (AFTCA) Amateur Shooting Dog Championship
  Due to changes in his work schedule, Shane Duckworth has had to remove himself from judging the Region 6 Amateur Shooting Dog Championship. Scott Little and Keith St. John will now judge. The trial is scheduled to start Thursday, January 25…
• Jan 21, 2024 - Pelican Open All-Age Qualifying Trial
  The Pelican Open All-Age Qualifier and Derby have been rescheduled again due to weather in the area. The trial will now start Friday, January 26, at Camp Robinson Wildlife Management Area, Mayflower, Arkansas. Entries will close at 5 p.m. …
• Jan 19, 2024 - Powhatan Field Trial Club
  The Powhatan Field Trial Club has rescheduled its January trial for February 24 in Buckingham, Virginia. The drawing will be held Thursday, February 22, 7:30 p.m., at the home of Dennis Kivikko. Please see the updated ad here.
• Jan 17, 2024 - Pinehurst Field Trial Club
  Due to weather in the area, the Pinehurst Field Trial Club has rescheduled its January trial for February 16-18. The drawing will be held Tuesday, February 13, 2 p.m. Please see the updated ad here.
• Jan 17, 2024 - Region 4 (AFTCA) Amateur Shooting Dog Championship
  The Region 4 (AFTCA) Amateur Shooting Dog Championship scheduled for January 18 has been postponed. Details will be made available on the website calendar when confirmed.
• Jan 17, 2024 - Rocky Creek Field Trial Club
  The Rocky Creek trials scheduled for February 2 have been canceled. With the recent severe storms in the Florida Panhandle, the Howell Farm was severely affected, and the grounds are not usable.
• Jan 17, 2024 - Virgil Beasley Sr. Memorial Amateur Shooting Dog Classic
  The Virgil Beasley Sr. Amateur Shooting Dog Classic scheduled to begin January 19 has been postponed due to inclement weather. The trial will now be held April 19-21. Additional details will be posted to the online calendar once confirmed.
• Jan 15, 2024 - ABHA National Free-For-All
  The ABHA National Free-For-All Championship has been postponed. A new date will be rescheduled for April. Please check the American Field calendar for updates.
• Jan 12, 2024 - Northeast Arkansas Pointer & Setter Club
  Due to weather conditions, the Northeast Arkansas trial has been postponed until February 6-8, at Camp Robinson, near Mayflower, Arkansas. The drawing will be held on Monday, February 5, 7 p.m. Please see the ad here.
• Jan 8, 2024 - 129th Continental Trials
  Due to illness, there will be a change in reporters for the Continental Trials scheduled to begin Monday, January 15, at Livingston Place. Jason Williams will report the Derby Championship, while William Smith will report the All-Age.…
• Jan 8, 2024 - NBHA Futurity
  There is a judge change for the upcoming NBHA Futurity scheduled to begin February 16 in Grovespring, Missouri. Mike Poehler of Buffalo, Missouri, is replacing Andy Neria and will join Bob Burchett in this judging assignment. Please see…
• Jan 3, 2024 - NBHA Futurity & Jerry D. Kilgore Puppy Classic
  Due to health reasons, Jay Lewis will be unable to judge the NBHA Futurity and Jerry D. Kilgore Puppy Classic. Replacing him will be Bob Burchett of Conway, Missouri. The trial is scheduled to begin February 16, following the NBHA Breeders…
• Jan 1, 2024 - UKC Field - January 2024
  Welcome to the newest issue of UKC Field, UKC's newest publication, embracing the tradition and sport of Pointing Dog Field Trials! We hope you're enjoying this new publication from UKC, which you can now get delivered right to your door! …
• Dec 29, 2023 - 2023 Field Trial Obituaries
  Notices Received In December Dr. David B. Kuykendall, DVM David Blanton Kuykendall passed away on December 3, 2023, at 80 years old. He was born in Gordo, Alabama, but moved to Carrollton, Alabama, at the age of 5. When he was 12, the…
• Dec 21, 2023 - UKC Officially Merges Field Dog Stud Book (FDSB) Into UKC Stud Book
  Field Dog Stud Book (FDSB) is the oldest purebred dog registry in the United States providing dog owners with authentic documentation, registration, certified pedigrees and DNA services. From the 1874 to 2021, the FDSB registry was managed…
• Dec 20, 2023 - Breeds Eligible to Receive Pedigrees Under FDSB Mark
  Field Dog Stud Book (FDSB) is the oldest purebred dog registry in the United States providing dog owners with authentic documentation, registration, certified pedigrees and DNA services. From 1874 to 2021, the FDSB registry was managed by…
• Dec 11, 2023 - Sandlapper Field Trial Club
  In the December issue of UKC Field, on page 65, the Sandlapper Field Trial Club ad appears. Since publishing, the trial dates have changed. The trial will now be held January 25-28, with the drawing on Monday, January 22, 6 p.m., at the…
• Dec 6, 2023 - Como & Woodlawn Field Trial Clubs
  Due to a private family matter, the combined Como Field Trial Club and Woodlawn Field Trial Club Amateur trials will not be held at the Hendrix Farm in Holly Springs, Mississippi. In an attempt to relocate the trial to a nearby venue, we…
• Dec 5, 2023 - Region 16 (AFTCA) Amateur All-Age Championship
  There is a judge change for the Region 16 (AFTCA) Amateur All-Age Championship scheduled to begin December 15 in Sasser, Georgia. Justin Hunt of Blakely, Georgia, is replacing Tommy Rice and joining Shawn Kinkelaar. For more particulars,…
• Dec 4, 2023 - Region 3 (AFTCA) Amateur All-Age Championship
  There is a judge change for the Region 3 (AFTCA) Amateur All-Age Championship scheduled to begin Thursday, December 14, at Hoffman. Jerry Raynor is unable to judge and will be replaced by Mike Hester of Mebane, North Carolina, who now joins…
• Dec 1, 2023 - UKC Field - December 2023
  Welcome to the newest issue of UKC Field, UKC's newest publication, embracing the tradition and sport of Pointing Dog Field Trials! We hope you're enjoying this new publication from UKC, which you can now get delivered right to your door! …
• Nov 28, 2023 - United States Open Championship
  The United States Open Championship has been delayed one day due to finishing up trials in Paducah. The trial will start Saturday, December 2, at the Forever Wild Field Trial Area in Greensboro, Alabama.
• Nov 27, 2023 - NBHA Kentucky State Classic
  Due to a recent horse accident, William Branham cannot judge the NBHA Kentucky State Classic. Barry Stumbo of Versailles, Ky., will be taking his place. An Amateur Derby stake ($60 entry fee) will run on Thursday, December 7, following the…
• Nov 27, 2023 - Panther Creek Field Trial Club
  The Panther Creek trial scheduled to begin December 7 in Fitzpatrick, Ala., has been canceled due to the sudden and tragic loss of club member Brian Sanderson. The club plans to resume the trial next season as the Brian Sanderson Memorial.
• Nov 27, 2023 - Region 6 (AFTCA) Amateur All-Age Championship
  Due to a private family matter, the Region 6 (AFTCA) Amateur All-Age Championship will not be held at the Hendrix Farm in Holly Springs, Mississippi. Mr. David Williams has graciously offered the Buck Tuck club the opportunity to relocate…
• Nov 6, 2023 - Stillwater Open All-Age
  Luke Topp will be unable to judge the Stillwater Open All-Age and Derby beginning November 10 in Booneville, Ark. Jon Humphrey will step in to judge the Derby, while Jim Michaletz will judge the All-Age. Bob Barker of Inola, Okla., will be…
• Nov 1, 2023 - UKC Field - November 2023
  Welcome to the newest issue of UKC Field, UKC's newest publication, embracing the tradition and sport of Pointing Dog Field Trials! We hope you're enjoying this new publication from UKC, which you can now get delivered right to your door! …
• Oct 28, 2023 - Pennsylvania Amateur Grouse Dog Club
  Due to a lack of entries, the Pennsylvania Amateur trial has been postponed until November 18 and will now be held at the Beaver Valley grounds in Rochester, Pa. Please see the calendar for updated trial particulars.
• Oct 23, 2023 - Brock and Wells Shooting Dog Qualifier
  Jeff Lostak will be unable to judge the Brock and Wells Shooting Dog. Jarry Walton of Reno, Nev., will be taking his place. The trial is scheduled to start on November 10, 8 a.m., in Hornitos, Calif. Please see the ad on the calendar.
• Oct 2, 2023 - Purina Award Points
  The Purina Awards Program Committee has authorized the Inez Thompson Derby Classic, a companion stake to the National Chukar Championship, as a recognized Derby points stake, effective immediately.
• Oct 2, 2023 - Region 19 (AFTCA) Amateur Championships
  Due to a recent horse accident, Jeanette Heise will be unable to judge the Region 19 (AFTCA) Amateur Shooting Dog Championship scheduled to begin Friday, October 6. She and her husband, Lou Qualtiere, will be replaced by Kenton Bryant of…
• Oct 1, 2023 - UKC Field - October 2023
  Welcome to the newest issue of UKC Field, UKC's newest publication, embracing the tradition and sport of Pointing Dog Field Trials! We hope you're enjoying this new publication from UKC, which you can now get delivered right to your door! …
• Sep 27, 2023 - Purina Award Points
  The 2023-24 field trial season is underway. Effective immediately, Purina Points have been reinstated for the following trials: Alabama Open Shooting Dog Championship Dixie Open Shooting Dog Classic Gulf Coast Open Shooting Dog…
• Sep 18, 2023 - A Return To Tradition
  The United States Open Championship will once again include a 30-minute Open Derby. The Championship will begin immediately following the Derby, which starts December 1, 2023. For more information, contact Schley Rutherford at (251) 753…
• Sep 4, 2023 - Hall of Fame Voting
  House's Rain Cloud, the only three-time winner of the Quail Championship Invitational at Paducah (1996, 97, 98), was inadvertently left off the online ballot. To the owners and many supporters of the six-time champion/six-time runner-up…
• Sep 1, 2023 - Southwestern Championship & Derby
  For the first time since 2019, the Southwestern Championship and Derby are being held, as always, on the Johnson Ranch in Trail City, South Dakota. This is the only All-Age Prairie Championship this year. The Derby kicked off August 31…
• Sep 1, 2023 - UKC Field - September 2023
  Welcome to the newest issue of UKC Field, UKC's newest publication, embracing the tradition and sport of Pointing Dog Field Trials! We hope you're enjoying this new publication from UKC, which you can now get delivered right to your door! …
• Aug 8, 2023 - 2023 Hall of Fame Nominations - Updated Weekly
  Pictured above are the 2022 inductees: David Johnson, Fred Rayl, Miller's Happy Jack, Just Irresistible. Read more on the 2022 inductees on page 2 of the December UKC Field Newsletter Nominations received as of 8/8/23. Nominations are…
• Aug 1, 2023 - UKC Field - August 2023
  Welcome to the newest issue of UKC Field, UKC's newest publication, embracing the tradition and sport of Pointing Dog Field Trials! We hope you're enjoying this new publication from UKC, which you can now get delivered right to your door! …
• Jul 28, 2023 - Black Ash Grouse Trial Club
  The Black Ash Grouse trial is scheduled to run Saturday, August 5. The ad on page 52 of the August print issue lists the drawing time as 7:30 p.m.; this is incorrect. It will be held at 7:00 p.m., on Wednesday, August 2, at the home of Russ…
• Jul 1, 2023 - Purina Event Sponsorship Program
  Purina and the Amateur Field Trial Clubs of America are excited to announce a new program that will provide field trial support DIRECTLY to member clubs. The new Purina Event Sponsorship Program will launch in time for the 2023-2024 field…
• Jul 1, 2023 - UKC Field - July 2023
  Welcome to the newest issue of UKC Field, UKC's newest publication, embracing the tradition and sport of Pointing Dog Field Trials! We hope you're enjoying this new publication from UKC, which you can now get delivered right to your door! …
• Jun 1, 2023 - UKC Field - June 2023
  Welcome to the newest issue of UKC Field, UKC's newest publication, embracing the tradition and sport of Pointing Dog Field Trials! We hope you're enjoying this new publication from UKC, which you can now get delivered right to your door! …
• May 4, 2023 - Region 2 (AFTCA) Amateur Walking Shooting Dog Championship
  The Region 2 (AFTCA) Amateur Walking Shooting Dog Championship is scheduled to begin May 11 in Houtzdale, Pa. Please be advised that the drawing has been changed to Tuesday, May 9, at 7:00 p.m., at the chairman's home. Please see the…
• May 1, 2023 - UKC Field - May 2023
  Welcome to the newest issue of UKC Field, UKC's newest publication, embracing the tradition and sport of Pointing Dog Field Trials! We hope you're enjoying this new publication from UKC, which you can now get delivered right to your door! …
• Apr 19, 2023 - Mid-States Walking Shooting Dog Championship
  Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Mid-States Walking Shooting Dog Championship, slated to begin on April 26, has been canceled.
• Apr 17, 2023 - National Brittany Open Grouse Championship Association
  The National Brittany Open Grouse Championship Association's spring trial featuring the Jack Pyler Memorial Open Derby Classic will begin April 29 at the Gladwin Field Trial Area in Meredith, Mich. This is a Purina Points trial. See the…
• Apr 10, 2023 - Theresa Patterson
  Retired professional trainer, Randy Patterson, reported that his wife, Theresa, has been diagnosed with advanced stage Lung Cancer. She'll begin treatments soon and would welcome prayers and support from all their friends throughout the…
• Apr 5, 2023 - Dairyland Bird Dog Club
  Due to snow, the Dairyland Bird Dog Club trial has been rescheduled for May 20-21. The drawing will be held Wednesday, May 17, at 6:00 P.M., at the home of Adam DeLude. Please see the calendar for updated particulars.
• Apr 1, 2023 - Region 19 (AFTCA) Amateur Walking Shooting Dog Championship & Companion Stakes
  Due to the weather and condition of the grounds, the Region 19 Amateur Walking Shooting Dog Championship will be moved to the Eau Claire County Forest, northeast of Augusta, Wis., on April 14-16. Please see the ad for particulars. …
• Apr 1, 2023 - UKC Field - April 2023
  Welcome to the newest issue of UKC Field, UKC's newest publication, embracing the tradition and sport of Pointing Dog Field Trials! We hope you're enjoying this new publication from UKC, which you can now get delivered right to your door! …
• Mar 31, 2023 - Indiana Open Shooting Dog Championship
  The Indiana Open Shooting Dog is advertised to begin no earlier than April 8. Due to the Egyptian Open Shooting Dog Championship concluding early, there is a possibility that the trial will start on April 7. Please see the calendar ad for…
• Mar 21, 2023 - Qualifications for 2024 National Championship
  The 2023 renewal of the National Field Trial Championship is in the books. Miller's Blindsider, a pointer male owned by Nick Berrong of Maryville, Tenn., and handled by Jamie Daniels, was crowned the winner. Looking ahead, "Qualifications"…
• Mar 20, 2023 - Atlantic Sportsman's Club
  Due to snow cover and muddy roads, the Atlantic Sportsman's Club trial scheduled to begin on March 25 has been canceled.
• Mar 20, 2023 - Big Sky Open Shooting Dog Championship
  Due to a conflict, Austin Turley cannot judge the Big Sky Open Shooting Dog Championship. He will be replaced by Brandy Gilmore of Bigfork, Mont.
• Mar 20, 2023 - North Carolina Open Quail Championship
  Due to illness, Ray Joye is unable to judge the North Carolina Open Quail Championship slated to begin today at Hoffman. Joining Steve Mills will now be Larry Cox. We wish Ray good health.
• Mar 17, 2023 - Minnesota Grouse Dog Association
  Due to weather and ground conditions, the Minnesota Grouse Dog trial scheduled to begin on March 31 has been canceled.
• Mar 16, 2023 - NBHA Midwest Regional Championship
  Due to unforeseen circumstances, the NBHA Midwest Regional Championship has been rescheduled and relocated. The trial will now begin Thursday, March 23, at the Whetstone Conservation Area in Williamsburg, Mo. Only dogs that were previously…
• Mar 16, 2023 - Nevada Bird Dog Club
  The Nevada Bird Dog Club has canceled the Kelly's Rebel Maggie Classic and associated trials scheduled for March 24-26. The field trial grounds and parking area are saturated from the long winter and are unusable.
• Mar 16, 2023 - Region 11 Amateur All-Age & California Open Championships
  Due to washed-out roads, the Region 11 Amateur All-Age and California Championships have been rescheduled. The Region 11 Amateur All-Age Championship will begin at 8 a.m., Saturday, April 8, followed by the Danny Pritchard Derby. The…
• Mar 2, 2023 - Region 17 (AFTCA) Amateur All-Age Championship
  The Region 17 (AFTCA) Amateur All-Age Championship, scheduled to begin today, March 2, has been postponed. A new date is to be determined. Please check the calendar for updates.
• Mar 1, 2023 - UKC Field - March 2023
  Welcome to the newest issue of UKC Field, UKC's newest publication, embracing the tradition and sport of Pointing Dog Field Trials! We hope you're enjoying this new publication from UKC, which you can now get delivered right to your door! …
• Feb 22, 2023 - Michigan Open Classics
  The Michigan Open Shooting Dog Championship Club will host the Michigan Open Derby Classic on Tuesday, April 18, at the Ionia grounds, following the Region 13 Amateur All-Age Championship hosted by the Farmer Sportsmen's Field Trial Club. …
• Feb 10, 2023 - "U.K.C. is just three little letters..."
  Did you know? UKC was founded on February 10, 1898 by then 23-year-old Chauncey Z. Bennett. The UKC 125th anniversary is here. We are proud to celebrate this milestone achievement! UKC shouldered its way onto the scene in the late…
• Feb 1, 2023 - UKC Field - February 2023
  Welcome to the newest issue of UKC Field, UKC's newest publication, embracing the tradition and sport of Pointing Dog Field Trials! We hope you're enjoying this new publication from UKC, which you can now get delivered right to your door! …
• Jan 31, 2023 - National Open Shooting Dog Championship
  The National Open Shooting Dog Championship began on January 30, with 64 dogs competing. Elton Bray replaced Judge Mike Jackson, who withdrew due to illness before the breakaway. Elton joins advertised judges Johnathan Burch and Squire…
• Jan 12, 2023 - Mississippi Open Shooting Dog Championship
  Due to a trial conflict, the advertised judges for the Mississippi Open Shooting Dog Championship have been replaced. Daniel Bolden of Holly Springs, Miss., and Gary McKibben of Hernando, Miss., have accepted the assignment. The trial…
• Jan 12, 2023 - Sandlapper Field Trial Club
  Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Sandlapper trial scheduled to begin on January 12 has been postponed until January 26. The drawing will be held Tuesday, January 24, at 6:00 p.m., at the home of Dr. Billy McCathern. Judges will be…
• Jan 11, 2023 - Pelican Open All-Age Qualifying Trial
  The Pelican Open All-Age has been rescheduled to begin within 24 hours of the conclusion of the Southern Championship, starting approximately January 27, 2023, at Hendrix Farm in Holly Springs, Miss. Judges will be Daniel Bolden, of Holly…
• Jan 11, 2023 - USCSDA Robert E. Lee Shooting Dog Classic
  Jeff Smith of Chase City, Va., will be replacing advertised judge Jim Jones in the USCSDA Robert E. Lee Shooting Dog Classic. The trial is scheduled to begin on January 30 in Boydton, Va. Please take a look at the calendar ad for…
• Jan 4, 2023 - Region 6 (AFTCA) Amateur Walking Shooting Dog Championship
  Due to low entry numbers, the Region 6 Amateur Walking Shooting Dog Championship scheduled to begin on January 7 has been postponed. Stake Manager Ronnie Rogers will work towards a rescheduled date at Percy Priest.
• Jan 2, 2023 - Region 16 (AFTCA) Amateur Shooting Dog Championship
  Johnny Atkinson cannot judge the Region 16 Amateur Shooting Dog Championship scheduled to begin Thursday, January 12, in Bronwood, Ga. Jeff Gibbons of Deatsville, Ala., will now join Ray Joye. Please see the calendar ad for trial details.
• Jan 1, 2023 - UKC Field - January 2023
  Welcome to the newest issue of UKC Field, UKC's newest publication, embracing the tradition and sport of Pointing Dog Field Trials! We hope you're enjoying this new publication from UKC, which you can now get delivered right to your door! …
• Dec 30, 2022 - Region 11 (AFTCA) Amateur Shooting Dog Championship & Derby
  Due to continuing rainstorms, the Region 11 (AFTCA) Amateur Shooting Dog Championship and Derby scheduled to start January 7 have been postponed until February 18-19. Please check the calendar at a later date for updated particulars.
• Dec 28, 2022 - Tennessee Open Shooting Dog Championship
  Please be advised that the Tennessee Open Shooting Dog Championship will now begin Thursday, January 19. Entries will close Monday, January 9, with the drawing at 7:00 P.M., at the home of Secretary Ken Blackman. Please see the website…
• Dec 27, 2022 - Mississippi Open Shooting Dog & Southern Championships
  Due to unforeseen circumstances, there has been a date change for the Mississippi Open Shooting Dog and Southern Championships. The Mississippi will start on January 13, and the Southern will begin on January 23. Both trials will be held…
• Dec 27, 2022 - Nevada Bird Dog Club
  The Nevada Bird Dog Club's December trial has been rescheduled for March 25-26, 2023. This year, open stakes have been added and will begin March 24, 8:00 a.m., at the Red Rock Grounds in Reno, Nev. Trial particulars for both events may be…
• Dec 15, 2022 - Hobart Ames Memorial Classic
  Due to health issues, advertised judges Tom Milam and Ed Tillson will not be able to judge the Hobart Ames Memorial Classic. Replacing them will be Scott Johnson of Winfield, Kan., and Richard Beaver of Wichita Falls, Texas. The trial…
• Dec 8, 2022 - Alabama Region of SBHA
  Due to unforeseen circumstances, the December 9-11 trial has been postponed until February. Once new dates have been confirmed, they will be listed on the calendar.
• Dec 5, 2022 - Buck-Tuck Qualifier
  Due to a scheduling conflict, the Buck-Tuck Qualifier will now start Monday, December 19. The drawing will be held on Saturday, December 17, 6:00 P.M., at the home of Betty Shearouse. For particulars, please see the updated ad on the…
• Dec 5, 2022 - Razorback Open Shooting Dog Classic
  Lynn Oxendine is unable to judge the Razorback Classic scheduled to follow the Arkansas Open Shooting Dog Championship. Harold Woodward of Vilonia, Ark., will take his place. Please see the calendar ad for trial particulars.
• Dec 1, 2022 - UKC Field - December 2022
  Welcome to the newest issue of UKC Field, UKC's newest publication, embracing the tradition and sport of Pointing Dog Field Trials! We hope you're enjoying this new publication from UKC, which you can now get delivered right to your door! …
• Dec 1, 2022 - Volunteer State Field Trial Club
  Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Volunteer State trial scheduled for December 2 has been postponed and will be rescheduled for a later date.
• Nov 28, 2022 - Bama Quail Classic
  The Bama Quail Classic drawing scheduled for Tuesday, November 29, 7:00 P.M., has been moved to a different location. We will now draw at 1459 Auburn Rd., Notasulga, AL 36866. Contact Bill Goodwin at (334) 467-5100 for information.
• Nov 16, 2022 - American Quail Classic
  Due to unforeseen circumstances at work, Mr. Donnie Duckworth will not be able to judge the American Quail Classic Open All-Age and Open Derby trial hosted by the Clarksville Pointer & Setter Club. Mr. Perry Lacy has graciously agreed to…
• Nov 15, 2022 - November Field Trial Obituaries
  Dog Name: Sleepless In Sacremento May 5, 2013 - November 20,2022 Submitted by Sheldon Twer The daughter of Super Express Nash Begone by I B Ironhorse, like a good percentage of the great ones' development, didn't come without its…
• Nov 1, 2022 - UKC Field - November 2022
  Welcome to the tenth issue of UKC Field, UKC's newest publication, embracing the tradition and sport of Pointing Dog Field Trials! We hope you're enjoying this new publication from UKC, which you can now get delivered right to your door! …
• Oct 25, 2022 - Georgia Field Trial Association
  I am pleased to announce judges and dates for the upcoming 2023 Georgia Championships & Classic sponsored by Georgia Field Trial Association. George Kimbrell, Fort Mill, S.C., and Hoss Early, Richlands, N.C., will be judging the Georgia…
• Oct 12, 2022 - Dixie Open Shooting Dog Classic
  The Dixie Open Shooting Dog Classic is scheduled to begin October 31 in Union Springs, Ala. Roger Key, of Beauregard, Ala., will be replacing judge Tony Reynolds, joining Alan Atkins of Phenix City, Ala.
• Oct 12, 2022 - Region 5 (AFTCA) Amateur Shooting Dog Championship
  Advertised judge Bob Thompson is unable to complete his assignment. Jason Reed of Tuttle, Okla., will replace him in the judicial seat, joining Kevin White of Choctaw, Okla. Entries warrant a start date of Friday, October 14.
• Oct 11, 2022 - AFTCA
  The AFTCA Board of Trustees has reinstated amateur status for Charles Morton of Thomasville, Ga.
• Oct 6, 2022 - UKC Announces Refreshed Product Registration Line & Extended Phone Hours
  Watch the Announcement from UKC Director of Customer Service Taylor Armstrong To best serve you, effective October 10, 2022, we now offer permanently extended Customer Service hours for customers to reach us via phone and chat. Customers…
• Oct 5, 2022 - ABHA National Championship
  The ABHA National Championship held at the Robert E. Talbot Wildlife Conservation Area in Mt. Vernon, Mo., will now begin Thursday, October 20, due to a large entry. The drawing will take place Monday, October 17, at 6:00 P.M. (EST), at the…
• Oct 1, 2022 - UKC Field - October 2022
  Welcome to the ninth issue of UKC Field, UKC's newest publication, embracing the tradition and sport of Pointing Dog Field Trials! We hope you're enjoying this new publication from UKC, which you can now get delivered right to your door! …
• Sep 30, 2022 - Duplin County Field Trial Club
  The Duplin County trial scheduled to begin October 1 in Warsaw, N.C., has been postponed due to rain from Hurricane Ian. The trial will now be held October 8-9 with the drawing on Friday, October 7, at 6:00 P.M. Please see the Calendar…
• Sep 28, 2022 - Cockade Bird Dog Club
  The Cockade Bird Dog Club has canceled its October 7-8 trial in South Hill, Va.
• Sep 27, 2022 - AFTCA
  The AFTCA Board of Trustees has reinstated Thomas Pastula's amateur status as of September 21, 2022.
• Sep 19, 2022 - Judge Change
  Due to a health issue, Jeff Wallace will not be able to judge the National Amateur Prairie Chicken Shooting Dog Championship. Jarrett Bell of Troy, Mo., will take his place, joining Larry Smith. The trial begins Friday, September 23, in…
• Sep 1, 2022 - North American Woodcock Futurity
  Due to a higher than expected number of entries in the North American Woodcock Championship to date, we find it necessary to postpone the North American Woodcock Futurity. A new date and location will be announced when determined. The…
• Sep 1, 2022 - UKC Field - September 2022
  Welcome to the eighth issue of UKC Field, UKC's newest publication, embracing the tradition and sport of Pointing Dog Field Trials! We hope you're enjoying this new publication from UKC, which you can now get delivered right to your door! …
• Aug 25, 2022 - Southwestern Championship
  The Southwestern Championship slated to begin August 31 in Trail City, S.D., has been cancelled due to extreme drought and fear of more fires. The landowners of the Johnson Ranches feel this is the safest thing to do. While we are all…
• Aug 19, 2022 - In Memoriam
  Remembering those who have passed DR. WILLIAM JOSEPH MADDOX July 11, 1944 - July 30, 2022 Dr. Joe Maddox Has Passed -Submitted by Darron Hendley Undoubtedly the most beloved veterinarian in and around Troy, Alabama, peacefully succumbed…
• Aug 5, 2022 - Updated Hall of Fame Nominations
  Submitted by peers in the field trial community. Nominations received as of 8/5/22. As of this date, nominations are now closed. For questions regarding the UKC Field Newsletter, email Gina Smith at gsmith@ukcdogs.com ***Ballots and…
• Aug 3, 2022 - Association of Michigan Field Trial Clubs Annual Meeting and Awards
  Article emailed to Dinora Wellmann, submitted by David A. Fletcher Article received on July 27, 2022 Sunday, July 10, historic Alibi Hall on the Gladwin Field Trial Area grounds was the site of the Annual Meeting, Yearly awards program…
• Aug 2, 2022 - Trainer Reports
  In this column, hear all about conditions around the country and up-and-coming dogs. Think of it as a notebook shared among the field trial community. August 2022 Date posted: 8/2/22 Location: Pennsylvania Robert Ecker/Midnight Kennel…
• Aug 1, 2022 - UKC Field - August 2022
  Welcome to the seventh issue of UKC Field, UKC's newest publication, embracing the tradition and sport of Pointing Dog Field Trials! We hope you're enjoying this new publication from UKC, which you can now get delivered right to your door! …
• Jul 19, 2022 - Introducing: The New UKC Vice President Team
  The appointment of former Director of National Events, Nicole Sedlecky, to UKC Vice President. The appointment of former Director of Business Operations, Sara Prudden, to UKC Vice President. Todd Kellam remains as a UKC Vice President.…
• Jul 1, 2022 - UKC Field - July 2022
  Welcome to the sixth issue of UKC Field, UKC's newest publication, embracing the tradition and the sport of Pointing Dog Field Trials! We hope you're enjoying this new publication from UKC, which you can now get delivered right to your door…
• Jun 3, 2022 - Qualifying Events
  The following notice was submitted by Heather Klinck, Secretary for the National Open Shooting Dog Championship. The 2023 National Open Shooting Dog Championship will begin Monday, January 30, 2023. As per the Annual Meeting of the…
• Jun 1, 2022 - UKC Field - June 2022
  Welcome to the fifth issue of UKC Field, UKC's newest publication, embracing the tradition and the sport of Pointing Dog Field Trials! We hope you're enjoying this new publication from UKC, which you can now get delivered right to your door…
• May 21, 2022 - Now Accepting Hall of Fame Nominations
  It's that time of year again. Hall of Fame nominations for those deserving dogs and personalities are open. To make a nomination, email Dinora at dwellmann@ukcdogs.com The Field Trial Hall of Fame was initiated in 1954, and since that time…
• May 20, 2022 - Amateur Field Trial Clubs of America (AFTCA) Top Handler Award
  Handling his four derbies to seven different club derby events Rodney Shoemaker of Kearney Kansas accumulated an impressive 355 total topping all amateur handlers during the just concluded amateur season. Further reading and the top…
• May 19, 2022 - 2021-2022 Awards Season Winners
  We have reached the conclusion of a rousing competition year, with the points season ending on April 30, 2022. Below are the 2021-2022 season award winners for each category. (Photo submission for winning dogs mentioned but not pictured…
• May 18, 2022 - Region 8 Correction
  Page 18 of the May issue of UKC Field carried the Region 8 Amateur All-Age Championship results where Game Rebel was inadvertently listed as the winner. Game Heir was named Champion of this year's running. Our apologies to owner and…
• May 1, 2022 - UKC Field - May 2022
  Welcome to the fourth issue of UKC Field, UKC's newest publication, embracing the tradition and the sport of Pointing Dog Field Trials! We hope you're enjoying this new publication from UKC, which you can now get delivered right to your…
• Apr 26, 2022 - Announcing the 2022 ASCFTC Annual Meeting
  The 2022 ASCFTC Annual Meeting will be held on May 20 and 21. Friday night (May 20) we will be hosting a Social in memory of Mr. Charles Young from 6 PM to 8 PM at the Mid Carolina Club house in Camden, SC. Finger food, desert, and soft…
• Apr 25, 2022 - Mid-Coast Maine Field Trial Club
  The Mid-Coast Maine trial is scheduled to start April 30. The drawing was originally scheduled for Sunday, April 24, but due to certain circumstances the entries and drawing will be moved to Wednesday, April 27, 8:00 p.m. If you have any…
• Apr 20, 2022 - AFTCA Top Amateur Handler
  With less than two weeks to the official end of the Top Amateur Handler season the contest is extremely tight. Only trials by member clubs that begin on or before April 30, 2022, will be counted in this season's calculations. Please have…
• Apr 15, 2022 - Region 1 (AFTCA) Amateur All-Age Championship
  There is a judge change for the upcoming Region 1 Amateur All-Age Championship. John Stolgitis of Ashaway, R.I., will now be joined by Doug Ray of Waynesboro, Ga. This last leg of the New England's "Spring Fling" Triple Header is scheduled…
• Apr 11, 2022 - Judge Change
  There is a judge change for the upcoming Region 13 Amateur All-Age Championship. Blake Rizzo of Ortonville, Mich., will now be joining Marc McKinley of Conklin, Mich. The trial is scheduled to begin Saturday, April 23, in Ionia, Mich.
• Apr 1, 2022 - UKC Field - April 2022
  Welcome to the third issue of UKC Field, UKC's newest publication, embracing the tradition and the sport of Pointing Dog Field Trials! We hope you're enjoying this new publication from UKC, which you can now get delivered right to your door…
• Mar 30, 2022 - Qualifications for 2023 National Championship
  The 2022 renewal of the National Field Trial Championship is in the books. Lester's Shockwave, pointer male owned by Tommy and Bonnie Hamilton of Springfield, Ky., and handled by Gary Lester, was crowned winner. Looking ahead, …
• Mar 25, 2022 - Subscribe Today!
  Get UKC Field the newsletter delivered to your door each month. Here's how: Subscribe online through the UKC store But remember: if you had a paid log-in on the older version of the American Field website before it changed to the new look…
• Mar 24, 2022 - Available Now - UKC Field Newsletter - In Print!
  Available through the UKC online store platform, you can sign up for the monthly newsletter, which is to be offered in print and digitally. Get a 1-year subscription of 12 printed newsletters for $29.95. In the all-new monthly newsletter,…
• Mar 23, 2022 - Welcome To The New Look!
  You are now on the new official American Field website. Please explore and reach out with any questions if there's something you are having a tough time locating. You will notice a new look while still having much of the same capability…
• Mar 22, 2022 - Oil Capital Field Trial Association
  Due to numerous extenuating circumstances we are regretfully having to cancel the Oil Capital Field Trial at the McFarlin-Ingersoll Ranch, in Inola, scheduled for March 25-27, 2022.
• Mar 17, 2022 - Judge Change
  Sean Melvin has had to withdraw from his judging assignment. Replacing him, and joining John Outlaw, will be Ashby Morgan of Hudgins, Va. The trial is scheduled to begin April 8 at the Joe King and Sons Ranch in Winnett, Mont.
• Mar 16, 2022 - Judge Change
  Due to unforeseen circumstances, we have a judge change for the Egyptian Open Shooting Dog Championship. Jim Crayne will be replaced by Mike Jackson of Battle Ground, Ind., who now joins Chris Sellers of Selmer, Tenn. The trial begins…
• Mar 15, 2022 - Middle Atlantic Open Shooting Dog Championship
  The Middle Atlantic will not run the Open Shooting Dog Championship this Spring due to problems coming up with a workable date, and other circumstances. We will revisit running the Championship in the Fall.
• Mar 10, 2022 - Requirements for Field Trial Recognition
  Minimum Standards All clubs hosting trials where placements may qualify a dog for championship competition are to publicize that trial with a suitable announcement advertisement showing the following particulars: date & place of trial,…
• Mar 9, 2022 - UKC/American Field Staff In The Field
  One of our highest priorities at United Kennel Club since the American Field acquisition has been to get out to some events and meet the American Field customer base and learn as much as we can about the great sport of pointing dog field…
• Mar 7, 2022 - Changes To Heartland Open All-Age and Open Derby
  The Heartland Open All-Age (one-hour) and Heartland Open Derby (45 minutes) were previously scheduled to start Thursday, March 10, at Gentry, Mo. Current snow and projected weather conditions for this week will affect both with changes of…
• Mar 7, 2022 - Quick Update Concerning U. S. Amateur Derby Invitational
  This summary is of the four Derbies from each Region that have points enough as of the writing to qualify to the 2022 U.S. Amateur Derby Invitational. By no means is this final or official until the points deadline on March 13! Here is…
• Mar 1, 2022 - National Championship 2022
  The Winners' Circle. In foreground Korry Reinhart poses the 2022 National Champion Lester's Shockwave. Sometimes the last is the best. That was the case when Lester's Shockwave ran as a bye dog in the last brace of the 2022 National.…
• Mar 1, 2022 - UKC Field - March 2022
  Welcome to the second issue of UKC Field, UKC's newest publication, embracing the tradition and the sport of Pointing Dog Field Trials! We hope you're enjoying this new publication from UKC, and we'll have full subscription details soon so…
• Feb 8, 2022 - UKC Field - February 2022
  Welcome to UKC Field, a Field Trial Newsletter by UKC! You are reading the first issue, released digitally as a complimentary publication. In the coming months, subscribe to have it delivered to your door! If you continue to prefer to…
• Feb 1, 2022 - Quick Chat with Domenick Muoio
  Hello again, everyone. I am Domenick Muoio, the UKC Hunt Test and Field Trial Program Manager. My role here with the United Kennel Club began in December 2021 and involves overseeing and managing our Hunting Retriever, Upland Hunting,…
• Dec 17, 2021 - Mailing Address Change for UKC/American Field/Field Dog Stud Book
  We are now a few months into the historic acquisition of American Field by United Kennel Club (UKC). Our teams have merged and are working well, and now a next step in this process is the handling and processing of all mailed items. The…
• Dec 15, 2021 - Pointing Dog Field Trial GPS Announcement
  Effective January 1, 2022, the UKC Pointing Dog Program will permit the use of GPS recovery collars at all UKC licensed pointing dog field trials per the discretion of the host club. If a club elects to allow participants to use GPS…
• Dec 13, 2021 - Domenick Muoio Joins UKC Team
  We'd like to extend a warm welcome to our newest team member, Domenick Muoio! Domenick's role as the UKC Field Trial & Hunt Test Program Manager means he'll be attending events across the country and helping to manage how they operate,…
• Nov 30, 2021 - UKC On-Hand for Quail Championship Invitational in Kentucky
  This past weekend, UKC Vice President Todd Kellam was on-hand for the 2021 Quail Championship Invitational, hosted by the West Kentucky Field Trial Club, in Paducah, Kentucky. Congratulations go out to winner Ch. Touch's Fire Away, owned…
• Sep 2, 2021 - UKC & American Field: Your Questions Answered
  On September 1, 2021, UKC announced the acquisition of American Field and the Field Dog Stud Book. When that news was made public, we received so many excellent follow-up questions. To all American Field/Field Dog Stud Book registrants and…
• Sep 1, 2021 - UKC Announces Acquisition of American Field Publishing Company
  United Kennel Club (UKC ), today announced the acquisition of American Field Publishing Company, including Field Dog Stud Book, specializing in upland field trials for pointing dogs and field trial breeding records. The acquisition is…

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