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Discover upcoming events, exciting news, and celebrate the achievements of our members and beloved Dachshunds. There's always something happening in the Prairie Dachshund Club! Check back often for new opportunities to join us—we’d love to have you there!
Note: Most competitive event details, including registration, can be found at either of the below sites.
Upcoming Dachshund Events
| Type of Event | Event Host | Location | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scent Trial | Prairie Dachshund Club | ||
| Sprinter | Alberta Dachshund Club, under FGC | Dalroy, AB | October 11, 2026 |
| Conformation, Regional Specialty Show | Prairie Dachshund Club | Camrose, AB | October 24, 2026 |
Prairie Dachshund Conformation Specialty
October 24, 2026 @ Camrose, AB
Celebrating 40 Years!
A milestone like this isn’t just about time — it’s about the people who poured their heart into making every specialty possible. To all who have given so generously, shared their passion, and stood behind this community: thank you. Your dedication is the reason we can continue creating events that honor the breed we love and the legacy we’re building together.
Perpetual Award - Chilcotin Cup
Awarded to Best in Specialty and presented in Memory of Roy & Rose Singleton. Shannon Scheer and Alana Smith of Chilcotin Standard Smooths will have the winners name engraved on the cup and will have the Cup available for show photos. The Chilcotin Cup will remain in the possession of Shannon & Alana.
40th Anniversary Specialty Swag
Support the Specialty in style!
Pick up a piece (or two!) from our anniversary swag collection. We’ve curated options for everyone, and every purchase helps the club shine this October.
ORDER DEADLINE IS SEPTEMBER 30th!
Sponsorship Opportunities
For sponsorship inquiries & opportunities, please reach out to prairiedachshunds@gmail.com.
Important: Any sponsorships not awarded will go into the general trophy fund.
| Best in Specialty Award | Prize | Sponsor |
|---|---|---|
| Best In Specialty | $60.00 | Shannon Scheer & Alana Smith (Chilcotin Kennels) |
| Best of Opposite in Specialty | $60.00 | Shannon Scheer & Alana Smith (Chilcotin Kennels) |
| Best Puppy in Specialty | $60.00 | Deb & Hal Wold (Matsutake Kennels Perm Reg) in memory of Am Can CH Matsutake Somewhere in Time |
| Best Baby Puppy in Specialty | $60.00 | Darlene Wile-Chaulk |
| Best Veteran in Specialty | $60.00 | Shannon Scheer & Alana Smith (Chilcotin Kennels) |
| Best Altered in Specialty | $60.00 | Mari-anne Elliott |
| Best Brace in Specialty | $60.00 | Terrilene Ray |
| Best Sire & Get in Sepcialty | $60.00 | |
| Best Dam & Progeny in Specialty | $60.00 | Darlene Wile-Chaulk |
| Highest Qualifying Score in Obedience | $50.00 | Sarah-Jane Petti |
| Highest Qualifying Score in Rally | $50.00 | Sarah-Jane Petti in memory of Laponderosa's Irish Cream CGN JE RN |
| Best of Variety Awards | Prize | Miniature Longhair Sponsor | Miniature Smooth Sponsor | Miniature Wirehair Sponsor |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best of Variety | $70.00 | Leanne Ivison (Cloudknine) | ||
| Best of Opposite in Variety | $45.00 | |||
| Best of Winners in Variety | $35.00 | |||
| Select Male in Variety | $20.00 | |||
| Select Female in Variety | $20.00 | Tricia Davison (Hometerv) | ||
| Winners Male in Variety | $30.00 | Leanne Ivison (Cloudknine) | ||
| Winners Female in Variety | $30.00 | |||
| Winners Reserve Male in Variety | $20.00 | |||
| Winners Reserve Female in Variety | $20.00 | |||
| Best Puppy in Variety | $35.00 | |||
| Best Baby Puppy in Variety | $35.00 | |||
| Best Veteran in Variety | $20.00 | Tricia Davison (Hometerv) | ||
| Best Sire & Get in Variety | $20.00 | |||
| Best Dam & Progeny in Variety | $20.00 | |||
| Best Brace in Variety | $20.00 | |||
| Best Altered in Variety | $35.00 |
| Best of Variety Awards | Prize | Standard Longhair Sponsor | Standard Smooth Sponsor | Standard Wirehair Sponsor |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best of Variety | $70.00 | Pat Taylor (Brandachs Perm Reg) | Alice Carter (Ironwill Kennels) | Lisa Maki (Cahladen Kennels) |
| Best of Opposite in Variety | $45.00 | Mari-anne Elliott, in memory of CH Alt CH Wiretap Shinin' Brightly (Mimzy) | Deb & Hal Wold (Matsutake Kennels Perm Reg) in memory of Am Can CH Matsutake Fire It Up | |
| Best of Winners in Variety | $35.00 | Deb & Hal Wold (Matsutake Kennels Perm Reg) | ||
| Select Male in Variety | $20.00 | Terrilene Ray | Mari-anne Elliott | |
| Select Female in Variety | $20.00 | Sarah-Jane Petti in memory of CH Technique Shady Miss | Mari-anne Elliott | |
| Winners Male in Variety | $30.00 | Pat Taylor (Brandachs Perm Reg) | ||
| Winners Female in Variety | $30.00 | Lisa Maki (Cahladen Kennels) | ||
| Winners Reserve Male in Variety | $20.00 | |||
| Winners Reserve Female in Variety | $20.00 | |||
| Best Puppy in Variety | $35.00 | Janet & Mike Rein (Wiretap Reg'd) | ||
| Best Baby Puppy in Variety | $35.00 | |||
| Best Veteran in Variety | $20.00 | Deb & Hal Wold (Matsutake Kennels Perm Reg) | ||
| Best Sire & Get in Variety | $20.00 | |||
| Best Dam & Progeny in Variety | $20.00 | Terrilene Ray | ||
| Best Brace in Variety | $20.00 | Terrilene Ray | ||
| Best Altered in Variety | $35.00 | Janet & Mike Rein (Wiretap Reg'd) |
**More details to come. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we continue uploading the remaining specialty information. We’re working hard behind the scenes, and we appreciate your support while everything comes together.**
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