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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.

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It’s Going To Be A Big Year!

2025:

More than 30 Competitions to be sponsored.

More money to be donated to worth causes.

Resolutions to be met.

New Events.

MINUTES:

We’re catching up on minutes distribution.

Visit the MEMBERS ONLY area to read:

November Club Minutes

January Club Minutes

ELECTIONS 2025

PRESIDENT – Jane Hammett Bright

VICE PRESIDENT – Carol Dowd

ACTING TREASURER – Carol Dowd

CORRESPONDING SECRETARY – Ellen Pfann

MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY – Marjorie Riddle Watson

RECORDING SECRETARY – Naomi Johnson

BOARD MEMBERS – Brenda Lewis, Kathy Pellerino, Ursula Walsh

AGILITY TRIALS

This weekend, January 17-19, MCKC is hosting an agility trial at Rising Star. The Club wishes all participants fast and clean runs.

Thank You, Sandy Fisher, for all of the work you have done for our club, over the years as the Trial Chairperson for these events. Sandy is Chairing her final Agility Trials for Moore County Kennel Club January 17-19.

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Team Work
Makes The Dream Work.

Thank you, Kathy Pellerino for stepping up for our club as Agility Chairperson. Kathy’s first time as Agility Chair will be at the June 2025 4-Day Trials. We know your kindness, and generous spirit is an asset to the sport and our club. You’re doing an amazing job. And the June Trials will be an amazing experience for you , your committee and the exhibitors attending. Our Club supports your efforts 100%.

CAT & Fast CAT TRIALS – February 7-9, 2025

MCKC is proud present our February Coursing Trials.

Shadow Hill Training Center,

1723 Belford Church Rd, Jackson Springs.

Ari Running With Ball

Three Ways To Enter:

*Premium – Print entry form and mail it in.

*Online – CLICK HERE

*Day Of – Pending run availability.

MEMBERS:

PLEASE VOLUNTEER.


AKC FIT DOG WALKS SCHEDULE

It’s time to dust off those sneakers and plan to meet up in the fresh air with old and new friends and our dogs

Saturday, January 25

Saturday, February 22

Saturday, March 22

Saturday April 19

Saturday, May 11

Sunday, June 22

For More Info,
visit the Fit Dog Page
or Contact Kathy Pellerino

WHAT’S NEXT? Keep Your Eye on the Website and Your Email.

Donation Details

Scent Work Trials March 29-30, 2025

May Picnic

NEXT CLUB MEETING:

Wednesday, February 5, 2025

Table on the Green

6:00 PM

EVENTS PAGE

Check out our events page for the most up to the minute activities planned for our club.

Elections 2025

There are many different ways to serve our club. No matter your knowledge, your fit level, your time limitations, let any of these folks know of your interest to help – and we promise not only will we find a job for you, but you’ll have fun doing it too!

Annual Meeting January 15, 2025 – following Members were elected to the Board of Directors:                                         

PRESIDENT – Jane Hammett Bright

VICE PRESIDENT – Carol Dowd

ACTING TREASURER – Carol Dowd

CORRESPONDING SECRETARY – Ellen Pfann

MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY – Marjorie Riddle Watson

RECORDING SECRETARY – Naomi Johnson

BOARD MEMBERS – Brenda Lewis, Kathy Pellerino, Ursula Walsh