A big thank you to Amy and Ellie for leading our ongoing conformation classes at the HCKOC training facility! It's been wonderful seeing handlers of all experience levels come together — from first-timers learning the basics to seasoned exhibitors fine-tuning their skills and getting ready for the how season. A great example of our club community at its best! HCKOC offers a wide variety of classes throughout the year. Check out our Class Registrations page to learn more and r

The Hub City Kennel and Obedience Club is thrilled to announce that our annual May Dog Show is just around the corner — and we couldn’t be more excited to welcome competitors, spectators, and dog lovers from across Saskatchewan and beyond. Mark your calendars and spread the word: this is one weekend you won’t want to miss. Show Details May 1–3, 2026 Conformation Dalmeny Arena — Dalmeny, SK Obedience & Rally Diamond Arena — Warman, SK Heart Clinic Dalmeny, SK — with Dr. Kim

Looking to get a feel for the obedience ring before stepping into an official show? HCKOC recently wrapped up a series of CKC sanction matches at our own Training Building — and it was a great day for dogs and handlers across all experience levels. A sanctioned match runs just like a real CKC conformation show, same classes, same ring procedure, same judging format. But scores don't count toward titles. That makes it the perfect opportunity to shake out the nerves, see how yo

written by Jeanette Hargreaves A dog that has manners and listens well is a pleasure to be around. While some dogs are much easier to...

Recently I was able to sit down with HCKOC’s Honorary Member, RobertaPatterson. What a privilege. This lady is a wealth of...

Our classes have recently opened up for registration, and one that we offer is Scentwork. Our instructor Jeannette Hargreaves has...

In a few weeks, HCKOC will be hosting an obedience trial in Saskatoon. Hopefully, we have some entering this trial for the first time,...

In late 2015, I visited a breeder in the state of Washington, USA. I voiced my interest in joining a dog club. I was referred to the...

So your family has started to look for a new furry member, that's so exciting! Here's our tips and best practices for finding a good puppy.

A little bit of humor - with a thought provoking message: The family's dog was bought for a guard, chained to a post in a chilly...