Our Mission
The Schoharie County Kennel Club mission is to do all in its power to protect and advance the interest of all dogs, to encourage sportsmanlike competition and conduct at dog shows under the rules of the American Kennel Club and to encourage all dog owners to enjoy their pets through a variety of activities. To continue educating ourselves and others on such topics as canine health, fitness, relationship based training, breeding, care, legislation and responsible dog ownership through educational seminars, readings and discussions. To recognize that growth as a club comes with growth of each individual member. We follow the AKC’s guidelines on the care and treatment of dogs at all functions that our Club sponsors. Above and beyond these guidelines, the SCKC has chosen to support only positive training techniques and practices. Any and all harsh or inhumane corrections and/or treatment will not be tolerated at any SCKC function.
Code of Conduct
All Club members, including Officers and Directors, agree to:
∙ Abide by SCKC’s Constitution and Bylaws, our Code of Conduct and AKC rules, regulations and Code of Sportsmanship. Agree to support the goals and objectives of the Club as listed in SCKC’s Constitution.
∙ The Club will not tolerate harassment (sexual, verbal, physical, etc.) or harassment because of, or discrimination against, persons of all protected classes (Per NY State: including, but not limited to, age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation and so forth).
∙ Be courteous and respectful to each other, in public and in private. ∙ Express points of view on issues in appropriate and constructive ways. Under no circumstances can you attack, bully or question the motives of another member. You may disagree with the idea or likely results of a proposal, but you must avoid personal attacks.
∙ Listen respectfully to each other.
∙ Have the right to register a complaint without the fear of reprisal. ∙ Complaints should be sent in writing (or by email) to the Secretary, promptly acknowledged by the Board, discussed and/or investigated with timely follow-up, as per Section VI of the Club’s Constitution.
∙ Violations of SCKC’s Constitution, Bylaws or Code of Conduct will be subject to discipline per Section VI of the Club’s Constitution.