2024 AKC All Breed Dog Show, Obedience & Rally Trials

The Grand Island Kennel Club invites the public to join them as they return to Fonner Park on May 11th & 12th for the AKC All Breed Dog Show, Obedience & Rally Trials. The show will be held at the Fonner Park Pinnacle Bank Expo Center. All shows will be held indoors and unbenched, with all Obedience & Rally Trials open to All-American Dogs listed in the AKC Canine Partners Program. The public is encouraged to come early in the day if they expect to observe their favorite breed. All breed judging starts at 9 a.m. with groups being held in the afternoon. Doors open to the public at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday and 8:00 a.m. on Sunday. Admission will be $5 per day for adults, children 12 and under are free. All tickets will be sold at the door. Strollers and un-entered dogs are not allowed for this event.

The GIKC has been an important part of Grand Island and Hall County since its inception. Community members realized that “A trained dog is a good dog”, and brought their pets to the Kennel Club for obedience training, filling classes year after year. Dogs are trained at the Club to certify as nationally recognized “Canine Good Citizens”. Newer programs such as rally and agility provide a fun, healthy activity for dog-owners of all ages. Top quality purebred dogs continue to be trained to compete in conformation shows of which some GIKC dogs have achieved national prominence for their local breeders and owners.

Working with area youth, especially through 4-H, has always been important for the Club. Members have helped hundreds of 4-H’ers train, exhibit and learn to care for their dogs, offering a wholesome environment and positive role models. Many canine-related educational programs have been held for the public through the years. GIKC members regularly take dogs to schools, Scout meetings, the Veterans Home and nursing homes for demonstrations. Additionally, specially trained and certified dogs provide comforting Hospice-based therapy to patients. 

Tressa O’Neill is the Show Chairperson for the 2024 show. Additional event information may be accessed at www.gikennelclub.com