Experience the premier canine competition at the official Asheville Kennel Club, Inc. Conformation and Specialty Show in Fletcher, North Carolina! Held on May 29, 2026, this prestigious show brings together the region’s finest purebred Labrador Retrievers to compete for top honors under an esteemed panel of judges. Competitors and spectators can look forward to a showcase of breed standard excellence and wonderful camaraderie among breeders, handlers, and Labrador lovers.
🌟 Key Competitor Information
• Location: Event No: 2026082403, Western NC Agricultural Center, Western North Carolina Agricultural Center, 1301 Fanning Bridge Rd
• Event Dates: May 29, 2026
• Entry Closing Date: Wednesday – May 13, 2026
• Time Zone: EASTERN
• Entry Pricing: $35.00
• Special Notice: AKC National Owner-Handled Series (NOHS) is proudly offered!
• Eligibility: Open to all AKC registered purebred Labrador Retrievers.
📝 Event Overview
• Preparation: Carefully review the official Premium List and breed schedules for ring times, assignments, and specific entry details.
• Venue Regulations: Dogs must be kept on short leashes (no retractable leads allowed) or crated at all times when not actively competing. Clean up after your dog immediately.
• Competitor Comfort: Please bring your own grooming tables, pop-up tents/shades, crates, folding lawn chairs, and fresh water for your dogs.
• Spectators Welcome: Spectators are highly encouraged to attend and witness magnificent canine athletes. Please follow ring etiquettes and ask handlers before approaching dogs.
🔗 Quick Competitor Resources
🏢 Superintendent: Managed by MB-F Inc., Superintendent (mbf@infodog.com | (336) 379-9352). Visit their portal for online entries.
🌐 AKC Event Details: View breed counts, schedule configurations, and coordinates on the official AKC Master Hunter Venue.
🏆 Judging Panel
🐾 Mr. Wood Wornall (Missouri USA) — View Official AKC Profile
🐾 Mr. Gus Sinibaldi South (Carolina USA) — View Official AKC Profile
🐾 Mrs. Linda Clark (Oklahoma USA) — View Official AKC Profile
🐾 Hector Farias (Argentina ARG) — View Official AKC Profile
🐾 Mrs. Lisa Young (Arizona USA) — View Official AKC Profile
🐾 Dr. Daniel W Dowling (Maine USA) — View Official AKC Profile
🐾 Ms. Bridget Brown (Alabama USA) — View Official AKC Profile
🐾 Meredith Hector (Florida USA) — View Official AKC Profile
🐾 Mr. David L Kittredge New (York USA) — View Official AKC Profile
🐾 Dr. Azalea A Alvarez (Florida USA) — View Official AKC Profile
🐾 Mr. Peter C.J. Martin North (Carolina USA) — View Official AKC Profile
🐾 Carol Pyrkosz (Tennessee USA) — View Official AKC Profile
🐾 Ms. Ann H Roth North (Carolina USA) — View Official AKC Profile
🐾 Vicki Allenbrand (Kansas USA) — View Official AKC Profile
🐾 Mr. Robert J Shreve (Colorado USA) — View Official AKC Profile
🐾 Ms. Mary Anne Brocious (Michigan USA) — View Official AKC Profile
🐾 Mr. George E Marquis (Florida USA) — View Official AKC Profile
