THE SUDBURY AND DISTRIC KENNEL CLUB
Founded 1951

The following is an excerpt from our first event catalogue Sept. 1952

PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE

The Sudbury and District Kennel Club was founded in February of 1951. Bringing this club to life was a slow process, with support of a few dog fanciers it eventually led to the organization meeting at the Colson Hotel in 1951.
The organizing committee included Dr. F.H.Flowers, E.Norris, H.Gifford, Mrs. Mayes, H.Paterson, Mrs. Lawton, G.Burtch, and G.McEwan. Under the leadership of H.Paterson, Past President, and G.Burtch, secretary, the club was brought through it's first year. This first year proved to be filled with obstacles which were met and dealt with successfully.
With the purpose of the constitution in mind. "To promote and encourage the breeding of better dogs, to stimulate interest in the welfare and humane treatment of all dogs, and sponsor bench shows, field trials and obedience training classes", great strides were taken.
Through the assistance of the Sudbury Daily Star and local radio stations, articles were put before the public to further their interest in the care and handling of dogs.
The Humane Society (for all animals) was broached and is now in its organizing stage. Shows were held for the general public to create interest in the training of dogs, and through their response, the first obedience training classes were held in Sudbury under the direction of Marion Urwin and Doug Mcnaughton. Because of their success, it has been planned to hold yearly classes. The Bench Show committee, in the hands of Ed Norris, held its sanctioned show under the judging of P.Smith, with local entries taking first place in all classes. The Field Trial committee had its first sanctioned trial which was a success, paving the way for the present Championship Non Slip Retriever Trial.
All in all the Club has had a good year and is progressing steadily, but only through the diligent efforts of each member, and the help of the Sudbury citizens.
HAROLD BRUCE