Who is Central Aroostook Kennel Club?

We are a small club of County residents dedicated to pursuing a deeper relationship with their dogs, promoting sound and responsible breeding, and improving the human-canine bond.

We were established in 1973 as an affiliate to the American Kennel Club and occassionally host AKC sanctioned Fun Matches

What activities does the Kennel Club offer?

Club sponsored classes are now 100% positive reinforcement training program (aka clicker training).

In the spring and fall the club offers Canine Good Manners which includes an introduction to clicker training and teaches the handlers how to communicate with their dogs and teaches basic manners.

In the summer months the club offers agility classes outdoors in the Ashland area.

From time to time the club brings in experts from around New England for seminars and workshops on topics such as canine nutrition, canine behavior, agility, Ttouch, clicker training, and Bach Flower Essence.

The club hosts fun matches, agility play days and helps support the Central Aroostook Human Society with the Paws for Cause annual fund raising event.

At the monthly meetings, the club also encourages education presentations which have included an introduction to PennHip, conformation, therapy dogs and more.

What kind of activities are club members involved in?

Our club members are involved in a variety of canine activities that include:

Agility
Breeding & competing in the breed ring
Hunting (retriever)
Rescue
Obedience
Rally Obedience
Skijoring
Therapy Dogs
Tracking

What are the benefits of membership?

Learning! An opportunity to influence and participate in club sponsored education events on topics you are interested in.
A chance to get involved competitively in many canine activities in Canada & New England through mentoring.

To share an interest with others who enjoy spending time with their dogs and to become a better partner with your best friend.

Access to club resources and a chance to help others in the community learn and become a better partner.

Who can belong?

Anyone who:
loves dogs,
is hungry for knowledge to become a better owner,
is willing to assist the club,
supports the club's code of ethics which includes responsible breeding.

We welcome all dog owners and their dogs regardless if your dog is registered or not.

Who we are not:

We are not an animal shelter or rescue organization. While we support these efforts, we focus on activities people do with their dogs.

Who we are:

Our members range from pet owners to serious breeders and competitors.  The one thing we all have in common is a love of dogs and the desire to have a great relationship with our dogs.

We normally meet monthly in Presque Isle at River Side Park building the first Tuesday of the month at 6:30 pm.  Besides the regular club business part or our meetings, we often have a small educational program.  Visitors are welcome, but we do recommend you check with Mel Berube or other club member to be sure the meeting has not been moved.

Membership is not a requirement to attend a meeting!  Please come join us

How Do I Join?

Fill out a membership application which can be found here, agree to the club's code of ethics, attend at least one meeting, and pay a yearly membership fee.

FMI Contact

Mel Berube 764-1259