The Twin Cities Vizsla Club was founded in 1980 and recognized by the AKC in 1981. The club’s objectives are 1) to promote the natural qualities of purebred Vizslas; 2) to urge acceptance of the ACK standard as the only standard for the breed; 3) to protect and advance the interests of the breed; and 4) to conduct sanctioned and licensed shows, trials and tests under AKC rules.
The club’s annual events include field trials, AKC hunt tests, and a conformation and obedience specialty show. In addition to these events, the club also schedules field, obedience and conformation tests for the Vizsla Club of America’s Versatility Certificate program, and other activities for the education and enjoyment of Vizsla owners.
We welcome new members to our club. Whether or not you own a Vizsla or are just excited about the breed, the TCVC offers:
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Educational opportunities;
Educational opportunities;·Events and activities for members and non-members;
Events and activities for members and non-members; ·Regular gatherings to discuss Vizsla rescue, club activities, resources, and breed standards;
Regular gatherings to discuss Vizsla rescue, club activities, resources, and breed standards; ·“Vizsla Voice” newsletter nearly every month; and
“Vizsla Voice” newsletter nearly every month; and·A social group with diverse people interested in the livelihood of the Vizsla.
A social group with diverse people interested in the livelihood of the Vizsla. There are three levels of membership and involvement for the public to consider.
Regular Member
Regular membership is open to all persons eighteen years of age or older who are in good standing with the American Kennel Club (AKC) and who subscribe to the purposes of this club. This member level is available to individuals who are able to attend Club meetings and retain this level based on good standing with the AKC and the Club. Regular Members have full voting privileges and are eligible to hold officer or board positions. To become a regular member, you must attend at least one meeting, submit an application for membership to the club, and be approved by vote at a Club meeting. The application must contain the signatures of two sponsors who are regular members. You may contact us via email for more information.
Associate Member
Associate membership is open to all persons eighteen years of age or older who are in good standing with the American Kennel Club and who subscribe to the purposes of this club. Associate members are ineligible to hold office or do not have voting privileges. This membership level is for persons who cannot attend meetings on a regular basis. To become an associate member, you must attend at least one meeting, submit an application for membership to the club, and be approved by vote at a Club meeting. The application must contain the signatures of two sponsors who are regular members. This membership level provides you an opportunity to become a regular member based on attending 2 or more meetings in the previous calendar year. To become an associate member, an application form is found above and you may contact us via email for more information.
Junior Member
Junior membership is open to all persons less than eighteen years of age who are in good standing with the American Kennel Club and subscribe to the purposes of this club. Junior members are ineligible to hold office or vote. To become a junior member, you must attend at least one meeting, submit an application for membership to the club, and be approved by vote at a Club meeting. The application must contain the signatures of two sponsors who are regular members. This membership level provides you an opportunity to become a regular or associate member based on attending 2 or more meetings in the previous calendar year and becoming eighteen years of age. To become a junior member, an application form is found above and you may contact us via email for more information.
Newsletter Subscriber
As a newsletter subscriber, you will receive nearly 10 “Vizsla Voice” newsletters that feature club activities, breed resources, recent awardees, educational articles, and upcoming events and activities. All club meetings, committees, events, and activities are open for your involvement and participation. You are not a voting member for Club business and are ineligible to hold an officer or board position. Your input into issues and voting items is encouraged. To become a newsletter subscriber, go to <Request Newsletter Subscription>. For additional information, contact us via email.
How to become a member
We welcome new members to our club. Whether or not you own a vizsla or are just excited about the breed.
