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Did you know about...
- 1968 -

In 1968 the BMDCA was formed.


 


- 1973 -

In November the American Kennel Club granted sanctioned status to the BMDCA

 

Regional Club Formation

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Regional Bernese Mountain Dog Club Formation

Checklist of Application Requirements for Recognition by the BMDCA

This checklist is designed to be used in conjunction with the BMDCA's "Requirements for Recognition of Bernese Mountain Dog Regional Specialty Clubs." It is to serve as a guide to the regional club for determining if the BMDCA's expectations have been met. It should be clearly understood that simple fulfillment of these requirements does not guarantee recognition.

___   1.   Have an acceptable name which identifies the geographic center of activity and is recognizable to someone in another part of the country.

___   2.   Submit an acceptable Constitution and Bylaws which have been approved by the BMDCA's Bylaw Chairperson.

___   3.   Function as a club over a period of time during which regular meetings, elections, and activities have taken place to demonstrate viability over a period of three years of continuous function. The three year requirement will be waived if the club is accredited by AKC and has held a successful "B" match. Documentation is to be provided.

___   4.   Have held fun matches as a means for club members to learn the details and mechanics of dog shows while providing an opportunity for inexperienced dogs to gain ring experience. Maintain a record of these which includes a summary of events, as well as any problems encountered.

___   5.   Have a rescue program with a plan of action.

___   6.   Submit a membership list with names and addresses listed alphabetically with the letter designation B (Breeder), E (Exhibitor),DO (interested Dog Owner), or J (AKC licensed judge) for each member. Members of the same household are considered as one unit and are to be listed jointly.

___   7.   Submit a name for the club's newsletter which is unique to the regional club represented so as to avoid duplication with another Bernese Mountain Dog club. Include sample copies of the club's newsletter.

___   8.   Provide a record of the club's development in chronological, dated sequence which briefly outlines the club's history (including the events leading to formation), activities, matches, meetings, rescue program, community and social events. Where applicable, include location.

___   9.   Apply for recognition by the BMDCA Board of Directors in a letter to the BMDCA Bylaw Chairperson accompanying the above documentation. Furnish officers and board members with copies of the documentation.

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