Experience the premier canine competition at the official Lancaster Kennel Club, Inc. Conformation and Specialty Show in York, Pennsylvania! Held on May 09, 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: 2026211303, Lebanon Valley Exposition Center, 2120 Cornwall Rd, Lebanon, PA
• Event Dates: May 09, 2026
• Entry Closing Date: Wednesday – April 22, 2026
• Time Zone: EASTERN
• Entry Pricing: $37.00
• 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 Jim Rau Dog Shows, Ltd., Superintendent (info@raudogshows.com | (610) 376-1880). Visit their portal for online entries.
🌐 AKC Event Details: View breed counts, schedule configurations, and coordinates on the official MH Retriever Hunt Test.
🏆 Judging Panel
🐾 Hal T Biermann New (Jersey USA) — View Official AKC Profile
🐾 Ms. Deirdre Petrie (Pennsylvania USA) — View Official AKC Profile
🐾 Elizabeth “Beth” Sweigart (Pennsylvania USA) — View Official AKC Profile
🐾 Mrs. Sulie Greendale-Paveza (Florida USA) — View Official AKC Profile
🐾 Mr. Kenneth Kauffman (Pennsylvania USA) — View Official AKC Profile
🐾 Mark R Kennedy (Pennsylvania USA) — View Official AKC Profile
🐾 Ms. Rachel Robertson — View Official AKC Profile
