Experience the premier canine competition at the official Minnesota Dachshund Club Conformation and Specialty Show in Hortonville, Wisconsin! Held on May 27, 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: 2026191901, Fox River Beagle Club, W9914 Baler Road, Hortonville, WI
• Event Dates: May 27, 2026 to August 21, 2026
• Entry Closing Date: Friday – June 12, 2026
• Time Zone: CENTRAL
• 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 Holly VanderHeiden, Event Secretary (hollydoreenvh@comcast.net | (763) 954-1975). 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
🐾 Michelle Kutzler D.V.M. — View Official AKC Profile
🐾 Sandy Arnold — View Official AKC Profile
🐾 Shawn M Nies — View Official AKC Profile
🐾 William R Dyer — View Official AKC Profile
🐾 Mrs. Laura Isaacson — View Official AKC Profile
🐾 Debbie E Senkbeil — View Official AKC Profile
🐾 Valerie Higginbotham — View Official AKC Profile
🐾 Matthew Hoover — View Official AKC Profile
