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MCKC Donates to SPPD K-9

Moore County Kennel Club Helps Bring New K-9 Officer to Southern Pines Police Department

The Moore County Kennel Club is proud to support the Southern Pines Police Department in welcoming their newest K-9 officer, Zasa, a talented Belgian Malinois who will officially join the force in mid-June.

Through a partnership with AKC Reunite, the MCKC contributed $2,500 toward Zasa’s purchase, allowing the police department to apply for an AKC Reunite K-9 Cop Grant. Upon approval, AKC Reunite provided an additional $7,500, ensuring Zasa’s addition to the team.

A check presentation ceremony took place on March 13, 2025, with AKC Reunite President & CEO Tom Sharp on hand to present the grant funding. MCKC Vice President Carol Dowd presented the club’s contribution, joined by Sergeant Jason Embler, Chief of Police Nick Polidori, MCKC Board Member Kathy Pellerino, and MCKC member Nancy Rawlinson.

We are honored to play a role in strengthening local law enforcement and look forward to seeing Zasa in action as she serves and protects our community!

Left to Right: AKC Reunite President & CEO Tom Sharp, MCKC Vice President Carol Dowd, Sergeant Jason Embler, Chief of Police Nick Polidori, MCKC Board Member Kathy Pellerino, MCKC member Nancy Rawlinson.

MCKC Agility Trial – June 5-9, 2025

🐾 Moore County Kennel Club’s 4-Day Agility Trial – Premium Now Available! 🐾

Agility friends, it’s time to prepare your entries!
Join us for four fun-filled days of AKC agility happening June 5-9, 2025, at Rising Star Canine Ranch in Oak Ridge, NC.

📢 Premium is now available!
Entries open April 9, 2025 and close on May 21, 2025.

📍 Location: Rising Star Canine Ranch, Oak Ridge, NC
📅 Dates: June 5-9, 2025

🐕 Come run, cheer, and enjoy great competition with fellow agility enthusiasts. We can’t wait to see you and your dogs in action!

📥 Grab the premium and send in your entries! Tag your agility friends and spread the word!

Click to go to premium! Enter online!

announcement for our June 2025 agility trial with cartoon of a Border Collie jumping a bar jump.

Teaching Pet Responsibility in Moore County

The Moore County Pet Responsibility Committee (MCPRC) is a volunteer-driven organization in Moore County dedicated to promoting responsible pet ownership. Founded in 2008, the MCPRC collaborates with local schools to educate students about pet care, the importance of spaying and neutering, and the prevention of animal cruelty. Their flagship initiative, the Pet Responsibility Education Program, has reached over 15,000 fourth-grade students, fostering a culture of compassion and responsibility toward animals.

In addition to educational efforts, the MCPRC addresses community needs by assisting with low-cost spay and neuter services and supporting local animal shelters. Their work has contributed to a significant reduction in stray and unwanted animals in the area. The committee’s success is largely attributed to its dedicated volunteers and strong partnerships with local organizations, including our club. By supporting the MCPRC, we help ensure the well-being of pets and promote harmonious relationships between animals and residents in our community.

The Pilot newspaper recently highlighted the important work of the MCPRCin an article which can be read online at this link.

To learn more about the MCPRC’s outreach programs and to find out how you can volunteer, visit their website.

MCKC AKC Fit Dog Club Walk February 22, 2025

Our second Fit Dog Club Walk of 2025 will take place on Saturday, February 22nd.

Time: 2:00 p.m.

Location: Southern Pines Reservoir Park off of NC Hwy 22. Meet at the dock just inside the park.

Join us for a nice 2.4 mile hike around the Southern Pines Reservoir. This is a relatively easy trail with limited inclines and lots of great sniff spots for the dogs! This is the perfect way to get some exercise and fresh air as winter starts to loosen its grip on our area. The dogs have a great time and the people are fun too!

See you there!

For more information, contact Kathy Pellerino.