Since 2010, we have proudly donated more than $205,000 to various pet-related causes, all made possible by the proceeds from our dog shows and trials. This achievement is thanks to the dedication of our volunteers, exhibitors, and members—your support makes a difference!
THE GOAL:
All dogs, regardless of pedigree, should live happy and healthy lives.
COMMUNITY SAFETY
POLICE AND SHERRIF’S K-9’s
The job of K-9 is a wonderful example of how purebred dogs serve humankind. Having dogs bred for a purpose is important to K-9 Units.
SOUTHERN PINES K-9
March 13, 2025
MCKC members & AKC Reunite presented grant checks to the Southern Pines Police Dept to assist with the purchase of their new K-9 recruit, a Belgian Malinois named Zasa. She will join the force in mid-June after completing her training!
SHERIFF’S K-9 UNIT’S DYXI
In 2023, MCKC donated money with a matched grant from the AKC to purchase Dyxi, trained in Trailing and pictured here with her original handler, Kevin Dean, has a great nose and work ethic to match. Her job description includes finding lost people (often Alzheimers patients) and crime suspects.
Dyxie and the officers definitely help make Moore County a safer place.
SOUTHERN PINES K-9
MCKC donates annually, whether it be for updating kennels, providing toy rewards, or purchasing temperature control for the squad car.
K9 Titus Pictured.
VILLAGE OF PINEHURST K-9
Bogey was tasked for narcotics and missing residents.
MILITARY WAR DOGS
Training and maintaining Military War Dogs is very demanding. It is very important and dangerous work, and that can wear on dog and handler alike.
EDUCATION
CANINE WELL-BEING
Moore County Kennel Club believes in supporting the future of healthy dogs. And the future of owning ANY dog is dependent on our ability to care for them.
VET TECH SCHOLARSHIPS
Central Carolina Community College
Founded in 1974, CCCC’s Veterinary Medical Technology program was the first of its kind in North Carolina. It continues to be a leading source of skilled veterinary technicians, with many graduates now working in local animal hospitals throughout our community.
NC STATE VETERINARY MEDICINE SCHOLARSHIPS
NC State’s College of Veterinary Medicine is consistently ranked among the top programs in the country. It plays a leading role in research and training, helping shape the future of veterinary care.
Many graduates go on to practice right here in North Carolina, strengthening our local communities.
Moore County Citizens’ Pet Responsibility Committee
This outstanding program teaches 4th grade students core values like good judgment, integrity, kindness, perseverance, respect, and responsibility—all through the lens of responsible pet ownership.
We proudly support the program with an annual donation, and several of our members volunteer by bringing their dogs to interact with the students.
The curriculum highlights the importance of lifelong commitment to a pet, along with key topics such as vet care, spaying/neutering, and regular exercise.
DISASTER RELIEF
Helping Pets and Their People in Times of Crisis
Disasters can strike anywhere, leaving pets and their owners in urgent need of assistance. No one should have to choose between feeding themselves and feeding their pets. That’s why we are committed to supporting organizations that provide relief during emergencies.
In response to natural disasters, we donate to local, national, and international support organizations. Our donations have assisted people and their pets in the following crises:
• 2025 – Los Angeles Area Wildfires
• 2024 – Western North Carolina Floods (Hurricane Helene)
• 2022 – Animal Shelters for Ukraine Refugees
• 2017 – Hurricane Harvey
• 2014 – Multiple Hurricanes & Tropical Cyclones
• 2013 – Oklahoma Tornadoes
• 2012 – Hurricane Sandy
• 2011 – Tornadoes in Sanford, NC
We also contribute regularly to organizations that provide emergency relief for pets and their owners.
After Hurricane Katrina, federal law began requiring Emergency Management teams to have disaster preparedness plans that include pet rescue and sheltering.
One of the key resources in this effort is AKC Pet Disaster Relief, which provides fully stocked emergency trailers for temporary pet sheltering during evacuations.
Through our partnership with the Fayetteville Kennel Club, we have helped equip a disaster relief trailer managed by Cumberland County Emergency Services, ensuring essential supplies are available for pets in times of crisis.
Each AKC Pet Disaster Relief trailer is equipped with essential non-perishable supplies to care for displaced pets during hurricanes, floods, fires, and tornadoes. These resources help ensure that, even in times of crisis, pets have a safe place to go.
An avenue for AKC Members to help one another during the most unpredictable and toughest of times.
MCKC contributes to this AKC-run foundation annually.
PET PANTRY AT THE SANDHILLS / MOORE COALITION FOR HUMAN CARE
When MCKC members learned that some families served by The Coalition were struggling to feed their pets, we stepped in to help. We set up an account with a major dog food retailer to ship pet food directly to The Coalition each month. No one should have to worry about going hungry—including their pets.