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SUMMARY:Hunt Test
DESCRIPTION:time is approximate \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nEntries\n\n\n\n\nOpen: 7/22/2026\n\n\n\nClose: 8/26/2026\n\n\n\n\nHunt Test Judges\n\n\n\n\nSteve Herron & Janice Masica (Junior A)\n\n\n\nDiana Martin-Gruenler and  Linda Alexander (Junior B)\n\n\n\nLinda Alexander & Janice Masica (Senior)\n\n\n\nDoug McGuire & Lee Whittaker (Master)
URL:https://2026.grcanational.com/event/hunt-test-2/2026-10-03/
LOCATION:Flatlander Kennels\, 340057 Co Rd X\, Bayard\, Nebraska\, 69334\, United States
CATEGORIES:Competition,Field
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260510T163459Z
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SUMMARY:WC/WCX
DESCRIPTION:time is approximate \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nEntries\n\n\n\n\nOpen: 7/22/2026\n\n\n\nClose: 8/26/2026\n\n\n\n\nWC/WCX Judges\n\n\n\n\nKeith Winch & Janice Masica (WC land)\n\n\n\nLaura Weinmann & Danette Weich (WC land)\n\n\n\nDiana Martin-Gruenler & Warren Frizell (WC water)\n\n\n\nDoug McGuire & David Marsteller (WCX land)\n\n\n\nKaren DeCordova & Joe Smithberger (WCX water)
URL:https://2026.grcanational.com/event/wc/
LOCATION:Flatlander Kennels\, 340057 Co Rd X\, Bayard\, Nebraska\, 69334\, United States
CATEGORIES:Competition,Field
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nancy Ego":MAILTO:nancyego28@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Boise:20261004T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Boise:20261004T170000
DTSTAMP:20260609T170313
CREATED:20260128T011839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260510T163223Z
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SUMMARY:Tracking Test
DESCRIPTION:time is approximate.  \n\n\n\nOur National Specialty Tracking event has been approved for 4 VST & 2 TDU. The VST is being held at the University of Northern Colorado and the TDU at the Weld County Complex on October 4\, 2026. In Colorado this time of year\, it is not safe to hold a TD or TDX. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEntries\n\n\n\n\nOpen: 7/22/2026\n\n\n\nClose: 8/26/2026\n\n\n\n\nTracking Judges\n\n\n\n\nPia Paulsen & Jane Jonas (TDU)\n\n\n\nPia Paulsen & Jane Jonas (VST)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVST: University of Northern Colorado\n501 W 20th StGreeley\, CO 80639 \n\n\n\n\nTDU: Weld County Complex\n1105 H StreetGreeley\, CO 80631
URL:https://2026.grcanational.com/event/tracking-test-2/
LOCATION:University of Northern Colorado\, 501 W. 20th St\, Greeley\, Colorado\, 80639\, United States
CATEGORIES:Companion,Competition
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Boise:20261005T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Boise:20261005T170000
DTSTAMP:20260609T170313
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SUMMARY:CCA #1\, #2\, #3
DESCRIPTION:time is approximate.  \n\n\n\nGRCA is going to hold three (3) CCA divisions (flights) all on MONDAY\, OCTOBER 5 at Island Grove Regional Park in Greeley. Due to the venue issues and distance limitations for the Hunt Test/WC-WCX tests\, we are unable to support a CCA at the field events. \n\n\n\nCCA PARTICIPATION – UPDATED GUIDELINES                                                       \n\n\n\nIn keeping with the purposes of the CCA program\, and to provide Golden Retrievers that have not previously earned a CCA title and are owned by a GRCA member with improved opportunities for evaluation at Regional and National Specialties\, the following policies will be added to the CCA Program Guidelines and are in effect for this show: \n\n\n\n\nPriority Entry: CCA events held in conjunction with a GRCA Regional or National Specialty shall give priority entry\, via random draw\, to Golden Retrievers that have not previously earned a CCA title and are owned by a GRCA member.\n\n\n\nMandatory Presence: The owner\, co-owner and/or breeder of the dog must be present in the ring during the evaluation.\n\n\n\nAssistance: A runner will be provided by the host club if physical assistance is required during the evaluation.\n\n\n\n\nGRCA RESOLUTION 26-08 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEntries\n\n\n\n\nOpen: 7/22/2026\n\n\n\nClose: 8/26/2026\n\n\n\n\nCCA (1-3) Evaluators\n\n\n\n\nEllen Hardin\n\n\n\nPatricia Flanagan\n\n\n\nSuzan Schwarz\n\n\n\nGloria Kerr\n\n\n\nBruce McLean\n\n\n\nLei Taft\n\n\n\nDebbie Claussen\n\n\n\nHelen Dorrance\n\n\n\nDenise Reel
URL:https://2026.grcanational.com/event/cca/
LOCATION:Island Grove Regional Park\, 501 N 14th Ave\, Greeley\, CO\, 80631\, United States
CATEGORIES:Competition,Conformation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Boise:20261005T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Boise:20261005T180000
DTSTAMP:20260609T170313
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SUMMARY:Agility Trial
DESCRIPTION:time is approximate \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAgility will be held in the Arena at Island Grove. Dogs will be running on packed dirt. This will be for all three days of agility (all breed Saturday and Sunday hosted by Mile Hi GRC) and the GRCA National (Goldens only) will be held on Monday. \n\n\n\nEntries\n\n\n\n\nOpen: 7/22/2026\n\n\n\nClose: 8/26/2026\n\n\n\n\nAgility Judges\n\n\n\n\nDavid J Nauer (Novice A&B\, Open\, Excellent\, Master\, Premier\,  + preferred)\n\n\n\nLaura Gillice JWW (Novice A&B\, Open\, Excellent\, Master\, Premier\,  + preferred)\n\n\n\nDavid J Nauer (Time 2 Beat + preferred)\n\n\n\nLaura Gillice FAST (Novice A&B\, Open\, Excellent\, Master\,   + preferred)
URL:https://2026.grcanational.com/event/agility-trial/
LOCATION:Island Grove Regional Park\, 501 N 14th Ave\, Greeley\, CO\, 80631\, United States
CATEGORIES:Companion,Competition
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SUMMARY: Sweepstakes
DESCRIPTION:time is approximate \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nEntries\n\n\n\n\nOpen: 7/22/2026\n\n\n\nClose: 8/26/2026\n\n\n\n\nSweepstakes Judges\n\n\n\n\nKelly Shuffelbottom (Sweeps\, Puppy & Veteran Bitches & Best Veteran)\n\n\n\nChristian Rutten (Sweeps\, Puppy & Veteran Dogs & Best Puppy)\n\n\n\nCindy Price (Gun Dog Sweeps)\n\n\n\n\nGrooming\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nRules\n\n\n\nThe rules for puppy\, veteran and gundog sweeps have not changed. \n\n\n\nALL puppy and veteran sweepstakes entries must include a copy of the current registration dated before the closing date of the National. Registrations must be sent separately to: GR********@***il.com by the closing date of the National. Receipt of the registration will be confirmed by return email. \n\n\n\nThose entries without prior submission of the registration dated before the closing date of the National\, may bring a copy with them to pick up their armband. \n\n\n\nRing stewards will not ‘police’ any entry before\, during or following sweepstakes. Any protests will be directed to the armband table to talk with a board member (judging will not be delayed due to protests). \n\n\n\nIf a handler who is not eligible handles a dog that wins a placement\, that placement will be rescinded.
URL:https://2026.grcanational.com/event/sweeps/
LOCATION:Island Grove Regional Park\, 501 N 14th Ave\, Greeley\, CO\, 80631\, United States
CATEGORIES:Competition,Conformation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Boise:20261006T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Boise:20261006T170000
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SUMMARY:Pigmentary Uveitis Research Clinic
DESCRIPTION:time is approximate. \n\n\n\nTues 10/6Wed 10/7Thurs 10/8Fri 10/9DNA BloodDraw/CHIC12PM-4PMDNA BloodDraw/CHIC9AM – 4PMDNA BloodDraw/CHIC9AM – 4PMDNA BloodDraw/CHIC9AM – 12PMOFA Eye Clinic9AM-4PMOFA Cardiac Clinic8:30AM-4:30PMOFA Cardiac Clinic8:30AM-4:30PMHCM Clinic8:30AM-4:30PMHCM Clinic8:30AM-4:30PMPU ClinicTime TBAPU ClinicTime TBAPU ClinicTime TBAAKC Reunite Microchip Clinic12PM-4PMAKC Reunite Microchip Clinic9AM-4PMAKC Reunite Microchip Clinic9AM-4PMAKC Reunite Microchip Clinic9AM-12PM\n\n\n\nAll clinic times are subject to change. Please check Facebook for any changes or updates. \n\n\n\nPre registration and payment by major credit cards will be available for OFA Eyes\, OFA ECHO\, CHIC Blood Draw. There is no fee for the CHIC Blood Draw Clinic or the PU Clinic.  \n\n\n\nConfirmation of pre-registration will be the receipt of online payment for specific test. General questions can be sent to: 20***********************@***il.com \n\n\n\nDr. Wendy Townsend\, a primary researcher into PU\, will be performing ultrasounds of Golden Retriever eyes. This non-invasive procedure is not painful and has the potential to provide critical information for continuing research into this disease. Dr. Townsend will examine any Golden Retriever – healthy eyes or otherwise – 4 years and older. Goldens without pedigrees or those from a rescue situation are more than welcome to become a part of this research project. \n\n\n\nGolden Retrievers 12 years and older and those previously seen at PU clinics are encouraged to participate in this year’s clinic. The clinic is limited to 100 dogs. Appointments will be arranged and owners will be notified once judging schedules are announced. Downloadable forms need to be returned to complete the preregistration process. \n\n\n\nAbout the Doctor: Dr. Wendy Townsend\, DVM\, MS\, DACVO\n\n\n\nDr. Wendy Townsend\, DVM\, MS\, DACVO\, (ophthalmology) associate professor of ophthalmology in Purdue Veterinary Medicine’s Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences\, has focused her career and research in veterinary medicine on diagnosing and treating eye conditions in animals. “The most common question I get is if we fit animals with glasses\,” Dr. Townsend says. “While that’s not what we do\, our goal is to help animals see better and improve their  quality of life if they’re having issues.” \n\n\n\nAlthough her patients span a variety of species\, her research is focused on a particular breed of dog that reigns as one of the most popular dog breeds in America: Golden Retrievers.  Golden retriever pigmentary uveitis is a disease almost exclusively found in purebred Golden Retrievers. It’s an inherited form of uveitis (inflammation of the uveal tract\, which includes the iris). And though the disease is inherited\, the onset and diagnosis usually occurs when the dogs are older. \n\n\n\nDr. Townsend is strongly encouraging Golden Retrievers 12 years and older and those previously seen at PU clinics to participate in this year’s clinic. The clinic is limited to 125 dogs. Appointments will be arranged once judging schedules are announced. Downloadable forms need to be returned to complete the preregistration process.
URL:https://2026.grcanational.com/event/pu/2026-10-06/
LOCATION:Island Grove Regional Park\, 501 N 14th Ave\, Greeley\, CO\, 80631\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health Clinics
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Boise:20261006T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Boise:20261006T113000
DTSTAMP:20260609T170313
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260510T163208Z
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SUMMARY:Judges' Education Seminar & Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Conference Room A in the Events Center \n\n\n\nHands-on Workshop will be held in the conformation rings following judging. Ringside Mentoring will be offered all week upon request. \n\n\n\nPre-registration for the seminar is required.  The Seminar is open to approved\, provisional and applicant judges as well as GRCA CCA Category 1 and 2 evaluators. \n\n\n\nFor further information please contact Barbara Pepper (bo*********@*******th.net)
URL:https://2026.grcanational.com/event/judges-ed/
LOCATION:Island Grove Regional Park\, 501 N 14th Ave\, Greeley\, CO\, 80631\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Barbara Pepper":MAILTO:bonheurcavs@bellsouth.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Boise:20261006T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Boise:20261006T190000
DTSTAMP:20260609T170313
CREATED:20250921T030656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260510T163216Z
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SUMMARY:Scent Work Trial
DESCRIPTION:time is approximate. Currently\, containers\, interior\, exterior\, buried are all planned for October 6 2026\, while handler discrimination and detective will be held October 7\, 2026. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEntries\n\n\n\n\nOpen: 7/22/2026\n\n\n\nClose: 8/26/2026\n\n\n\n\nScent Work Judges\n\n\n\n\nJessica Taylor (containers)\n\n\n\nRon Horn (Interior)\n\n\n\nSally Dunphy (Exteriors)\n\n\n\nAndrea Wojciechowski (Buried)\n\n\n\nDeanna Bunn (Handler Discrimination and Detective)
URL:https://2026.grcanational.com/event/scent-work-trial-2/2026-10-06/
LOCATION:Island Grove Regional Park\, 501 N 14th Ave\, Greeley\, CO\, 80631\, United States
CATEGORIES:Competition,Performance
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ORGANIZER;CN="Monica Keracik":MAILTO:mvigla@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Boise:20261006T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Boise:20261006T160000
DTSTAMP:20260609T170313
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SUMMARY:AKC Reunite Microchip Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Tues 10/6Wed 10/7Thurs 10/8Fri 10/9DNA BloodDraw/CHIC12PM-4PMDNA BloodDraw/CHIC9AM – 4PMDNA BloodDraw/CHIC9AM – 4PMDNA BloodDraw/CHIC9AM – 12PMOFA Eye Clinic9AM-4PMOFA Cardiac Clinic8:30AM-4:30PMOFA Cardiac Clinic8:30AM-4:30PMHCM Clinic8:30AM-4:30PMHCM Clinic8:30AM-4:30PMPU ClinicTime TBAPU ClinicTime TBAPU ClinicTime TBAAKC Reunite Microchip Clinic12PM-4PMAKC Reunite Microchip Clinic9AM-4PMAKC Reunite Microchip Clinic9AM-4PMAKC Reunite Microchip Clinic9AM-12PM\n\n\n\nAll clinic times are subject to change. Please check Facebook for any changes or updates. \n\n\n\nPre registration and payment by major credit cards will be available for OFA Eyes\, OFA ECHO\, CHIC Blood Draw. There is no fee for the CHIC Blood Draw Clinic or the PU Clinic.  \n\n\n\nConfirmation of pre-registration will be the receipt of online payment for specific test. General questions can be sent to: 20***********************@***il.com \n\n\n\nAKC Reunite Microchip Clinic \n\n\n\nMichael Lappin\, DVM \n\n\n\nSee schedule above for clinic times \n\n\n\nPreregistration required \n\n\n\nAbout the Doctor: Michael A. Lappin DVM\n\n\n\nDr. Mike Lappin\, DVM was born and raised in Michigan where his family always had dogs.  One of his favorites was “Fred\,” a Beagle that he and his brother taught to bark\, earning the ire of his mother. He graduated from Parchment High School in 1966\, and continued on to Michigan State University\, where he graduated as a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine in 1972. He moved to Massachusetts to begin his professional career at the Kingston Animal Hospital. Dr Lappin opened his own practice in 1992 in Buzzards Bay\, MA. After a name change in 1992\, “The Animal House” came into being. \n\n\n\nDr Lappin became  involved in dog training through his veterinary practice and began training his own Golden Retrievers in the early 1990’s.  He and his first Golden Retriever\, “Tess\,” discovered Agility in the mid 90’s and began competing shortly after.  Tess retired at the age of 12 years.  He is currently training and showing his 4th and 5th Golden Retrievers\, “Scarlett” and “Costello” in Agility\, Obedience\, and Rally Obedience.  Mike and his past and current “kids” have achieved numerous obedience and agility titles. \n\n\n\nA member of Yankee Golden Retriever Club\, he is on the Board of Directors and has served as their Obedience Committee chair.  He is also a member of the Golden Retriever Club of America. He has served as the Vice President of the Golden Retriever Foundation.  Dr. Lappin continues serving the Foundation as their DNA collection officer.  He has been instrumental in the Foundation’s efforts to collect DNA from Golden Retrievers to be used for health research.  With his efforts there have been over 2000 samples banked at the OFA-CHIC DNA bank\, more than any other breed of dog. Dr. Lappin also became an American Kennel Club judge of agility\, and rally obedience in 2004 to round out his “giving back to the sport” philosophy.
URL:https://2026.grcanational.com/event/microchip/2026-10-06/
LOCATION:Island Grove Regional Park\, 501 N 14th Ave\, Greeley\, CO\, 80631\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health Clinics
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Boise:20261006T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Boise:20261006T170000
DTSTAMP:20260609T170313
CREATED:20260510T132315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260510T163347Z
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SUMMARY:DNA Blood Draw/CHIC
DESCRIPTION:Events Center \n\n\n\nTues 10/6Wed 10/7Thurs 10/8Fri 10/9DNA BloodDraw/CHIC12PM-4PMDNA BloodDraw/CHIC9AM – 4PMDNA BloodDraw/CHIC9AM – 4PMDNA BloodDraw/CHIC9AM – 12PMOFA Eye Clinic9AM-4PMOFA Cardiac Clinic8:30AM-4:30PMOFA Cardiac Clinic8:30AM-4:30PMHCM Clinic8:30AM-4:30PMHCM Clinic8:30AM-4:30PMPU ClinicTime TBAPU ClinicTime TBAPU ClinicTime TBAAKC Reunite Microchip Clinic12PM-4PMAKC Reunite Microchip Clinic9AM-4PMAKC Reunite Microchip Clinic9AM-4PMAKC Reunite Microchip Clinic9AM-12PM\n\n\n\nAll clinic times are subject to change. Please check Facebook for any changes or updates. \n\n\n\nPre registration and payment by major credit cards will be available for OFA Eyes\, OFA ECHO\, CHIC Blood Draw. There is no fee for the CHIC Blood Draw Clinic or the PU Clinic.  \n\n\n\nConfirmation of pre-registration will be the receipt of online payment for specific test. General questions can be sent to: 20***********************@***il.com \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\nOFA DNA CHIC Database Blood Draw Clinic\n\n\n\nVetrinarian: Dr Michael Lappin\, DVM \n\n\n\nCHIC BANK/DNA Repository :\n\n\n\nThere is no charge for the blood draws or shipping \n\n\n\nGRF also absorbs the OFA CHIC fee for Goldens. \n\n\n\nFor donating blood to the GRF projects with OFA and Broad Institute\, please download and print the DNA Repository form located on the OFA website at: https://ofa.org/applications/ or available here: \n\n\n\n\nOFA DNA Repository Form\n\n\n\n\nPlease bring completed paperwork to the clinic \n\n\n\nQuestions:  20***********************@***il.com \n\n\n\nAbout the Doctor: Michael A. Lappin DVM\n\n\n\nDr. Mike Lappin\, DVM was born and raised in Michigan where his family always had dogs.  One of his favorites was “Fred\,” a Beagle that he and his brother taught to bark\, earning the ire of his mother. He graduated from Parchment High School in 1966\, and continued on to Michigan State University\, where he graduated as a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine in 1972. He moved to Massachusetts to begin his professional career at the Kingston Animal Hospital. Dr Lappin opened his own practice in 1992 in Buzzards Bay\, MA. After a name change in 1992\, “The Animal House” came into being. \n\n\n\nDr Lappin became  involved in dog training through his veterinary practice and began training his own Golden Retrievers in the early 1990’s.  He and his first Golden Retriever\, “Tess\,” discovered Agility in the mid 90’s and began competing shortly after.  Tess retired at the age of 12 years.  He is currently training and showing his 4th and 5th Golden Retrievers\, “Scarlett” and “Costello” in Agility\, Obedience\, and Rally Obedience.  Mike and his past and current “kids” have achieved numerous obedience and agility titles. \n\n\n\nA member of Yankee Golden Retriever Club\, he is on the Board of Directors and has served as their Obedience Committee chair.  He is also a member of the Golden Retriever Club of America. He has served as the Vice President of the Golden Retriever Foundation.  Dr. Lappin continues serving the Foundation as their DNA collection officer.  He has been instrumental in the Foundation’s efforts to collect DNA from Golden Retrievers to be used for health research.  With his efforts there have been over 2000 samples banked at the OFA-CHIC DNA bank\, more than any other breed of dog. Dr. Lappin also became an American Kennel Club judge of agility\, and rally obedience in 2004 to round out his “giving back to the sport” philosophy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nemail DNA clinic
URL:https://2026.grcanational.com/event/dna/2026-10-06/
LOCATION:Island Grove Regional Park\, 501 N 14th Ave\, Greeley\, CO\, 80631\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health Clinics
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Boise:20261006T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Boise:20261006T220000
DTSTAMP:20260609T170313
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SUMMARY:Welcome Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Exhibition Hall. \n\n\n\nCome kick off the 2026 GRCA National Specialty at the Exhibition Hall\, Island Grove. Meet up with old friends and meet new ones as we start a week of fun watching and cheering on our beautiful and talented Golden Retrievers. Then stay after the dinner and help celebrate our title holders for 2026 in the Parade of Title Holders. Dinner includes a commemorative glass. \n\n\n\nReservations should be made prior to September 17\, 2026 – there is no limit to reservations. All reservations are final and no refunds will be provided.  \n\n\n\nThe Parade of Titleholders will be held following the Welcome Dinner. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMenu:\n\n\n\nGrilled Palisade Peach and Mixed Greens Salad\, with Candied Pecans\, Honey Goat Cheese & Raspberry Vinaigrette\, Brisket\, Chicken Piccatta\, potatoes and vegetable.  Variety of small desserts. Water\, Tea\, and Lemonade. \n\n\n\nIf anyone has a food allergy please e-mail Je************@***il.com.
URL:https://2026.grcanational.com/event/welcome/
LOCATION:Island Grove Regional Park\, 501 N 14th Ave\, Greeley\, CO\, 80631\, United States
CATEGORIES:Parades,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Jenny Ford":MAILTO:Jenny.Ford2488@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Boise:20261006T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Boise:20261006T220000
DTSTAMP:20260609T170313
CREATED:20260502T125218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T001219Z
UID:10000221-1791316800-1791324000@2026.grcanational.com
SUMMARY:Parade of Titleholders
DESCRIPTION:The Parade of Titleholders will be held in conjunction with the Welcome Dinner in the Exhibition Building at Island Grove. Groups will start to line up at 7:30 pm\, parade will start at 8 pm. \n\n\n\nEntries close early (August 3\, 2026) or when entry limit of 100 is reached. \n\n\n\nInclude with your entry a brief (50 words or less) biography about your dog and a photo of your dog (JPEG or PDF format). Because the Parade is not an AKC event\, non-AKC titles and achievements may be included in this write-up. The Committee reserves the right to edit submitted material to 50 words. Entries are limited to a MAXIMUM OF 100. Entries will be accepted on a first-received basis. A waiting list will be established in case of cancellations prior to August 3\, 2026. Entrants will be honored with a beautiful rosette and souvenir of the 2026 National. For more information\, contact Jenny Ford. Entry Fee is $43.00.  \n\n\n\nIf you are not able to attend\, we also have a rosette only option that can be mailed for $55\, which includes shipping. The Rosette only ‘entries’ will not be printed in the catalog and will be mailed after the event).  \n\n\n\nThe Parade of Titleholders Is open to all Golden Retrievers who have earned a MINIMUM of one or more of the following AKC titles (7-point or higher titles pursuant to the GRCA VC/VCX/VCM-OS/OD Point Schedule): \n\n\n\n\nConformation (GRCH\, CH)\n\n\n\nObedience (OTCH\, UDX\, UD)\n\n\n\nField (FC\, AFC\, QAA***\, **\, MH\, SH)\n\n\n\nAgility (MACH\, PACH\, MX\, MXJ\, MXP\, MJP\, AX\, AXJ)\n\n\n\nTracking (CT\, TDX\, VST)\n\n\n\nScentwork (SWD\, SWM)\n\n\n\nRally (RACH)\n\n\n\nUpland Master (MHU)\n\n\n\n\nAll entries are final and no refunds will be provided.
URL:https://2026.grcanational.com/event/pot/
LOCATION:Island Grove Regional Park\, 501 N 14th Ave\, Greeley\, CO\, 80631\, United States
CATEGORIES:Parades,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Jenny Ford":MAILTO:Jenny.Ford2488@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Boise:20261007T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Boise:20261007T170000
DTSTAMP:20260609T170313
CREATED:20260604T232951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T234413Z
UID:10000262-1791360000-1791392400@2026.grcanational.com
SUMMARY:Pigmentary Uveitis Research Clinic
DESCRIPTION:time is approximate. \n\n\n\nTues 10/6Wed 10/7Thurs 10/8Fri 10/9DNA BloodDraw/CHIC12PM-4PMDNA BloodDraw/CHIC9AM – 4PMDNA BloodDraw/CHIC9AM – 4PMDNA BloodDraw/CHIC9AM – 12PMOFA Eye Clinic9AM-4PMOFA Cardiac Clinic8:30AM-4:30PMOFA Cardiac Clinic8:30AM-4:30PMHCM Clinic8:30AM-4:30PMHCM Clinic8:30AM-4:30PMPU ClinicTime TBAPU ClinicTime TBAPU ClinicTime TBAAKC Reunite Microchip Clinic12PM-4PMAKC Reunite Microchip Clinic9AM-4PMAKC Reunite Microchip Clinic9AM-4PMAKC Reunite Microchip Clinic9AM-12PM\n\n\n\nAll clinic times are subject to change. Please check Facebook for any changes or updates. \n\n\n\nPre registration and payment by major credit cards will be available for OFA Eyes\, OFA ECHO\, CHIC Blood Draw. There is no fee for the CHIC Blood Draw Clinic or the PU Clinic.  \n\n\n\nConfirmation of pre-registration will be the receipt of online payment for specific test. General questions can be sent to: 20***********************@***il.com \n\n\n\nDr. Wendy Townsend\, a primary researcher into PU\, will be performing ultrasounds of Golden Retriever eyes. This non-invasive procedure is not painful and has the potential to provide critical information for continuing research into this disease. Dr. Townsend will examine any Golden Retriever – healthy eyes or otherwise – 4 years and older. Goldens without pedigrees or those from a rescue situation are more than welcome to become a part of this research project. \n\n\n\nGolden Retrievers 12 years and older and those previously seen at PU clinics are encouraged to participate in this year’s clinic. The clinic is limited to 100 dogs. Appointments will be arranged and owners will be notified once judging schedules are announced. Downloadable forms need to be returned to complete the preregistration process. \n\n\n\nAbout the Doctor: Dr. Wendy Townsend\, DVM\, MS\, DACVO\n\n\n\nDr. Wendy Townsend\, DVM\, MS\, DACVO\, (ophthalmology) associate professor of ophthalmology in Purdue Veterinary Medicine’s Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences\, has focused her career and research in veterinary medicine on diagnosing and treating eye conditions in animals. “The most common question I get is if we fit animals with glasses\,” Dr. Townsend says. “While that’s not what we do\, our goal is to help animals see better and improve their  quality of life if they’re having issues.” \n\n\n\nAlthough her patients span a variety of species\, her research is focused on a particular breed of dog that reigns as one of the most popular dog breeds in America: Golden Retrievers.  Golden retriever pigmentary uveitis is a disease almost exclusively found in purebred Golden Retrievers. It’s an inherited form of uveitis (inflammation of the uveal tract\, which includes the iris). And though the disease is inherited\, the onset and diagnosis usually occurs when the dogs are older. \n\n\n\nDr. Townsend is strongly encouraging Golden Retrievers 12 years and older and those previously seen at PU clinics to participate in this year’s clinic. The clinic is limited to 125 dogs. Appointments will be arranged once judging schedules are announced. Downloadable forms need to be returned to complete the preregistration process.
URL:https://2026.grcanational.com/event/pu/2026-10-07/
LOCATION:Island Grove Regional Park\, 501 N 14th Ave\, Greeley\, CO\, 80631\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health Clinics
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Boise:20261007T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Boise:20261007T160000
DTSTAMP:20260609T170313
CREATED:20260509T230241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260510T163044Z
UID:10000226-1791363600-1791388800@2026.grcanational.com
SUMMARY:OFA Eye Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Events Center \n\n\n\nTues 10/6Wed 10/7Thurs 10/8Fri 10/9DNA BloodDraw/CHIC12PM-4PMDNA BloodDraw/CHIC9AM – 4PMDNA BloodDraw/CHIC9AM – 4PMDNA BloodDraw/CHIC9AM – 12PMOFA Eye Clinic9AM-4PMOFA Cardiac Clinic8:30AM-4:30PMOFA Cardiac Clinic8:30AM-4:30PMHCM Clinic8:30AM-4:30PMHCM Clinic8:30AM-4:30PMPU ClinicTime TBAPU ClinicTime TBAPU ClinicTime TBAAKC Reunite Microchip Clinic12PM-4PMAKC Reunite Microchip Clinic9AM-4PMAKC Reunite Microchip Clinic9AM-4PMAKC Reunite Microchip Clinic9AM-12PM\n\n\n\nAll clinic times are subject to change. Please check Facebook for any changes or updates. \n\n\n\nPre registration and payment by major credit cards will be available for OFA Eyes\, OFA ECHO\, CHIC Blood Draw. There is no fee for the CHIC Blood Draw Clinic or the PU Clinic.  \n\n\n\nConfirmation of pre-registration will be the receipt of online payment for specific test. General questions can be sent to: 20***********************@***il.com \n\n\n\nOphthalmologist: Dr Steven Roberts\, DVM\, DACVO  \n\n\n\nPreregistration $60/dog\, walk-in $70 / dog \n\n\n\nThis year’s eye clinic will be paperless. Once registered through the GRCA store you will receive instructions and a link to register your Golden Retriever directly through the OFA website.  \n\n\n\nOFA discount code will be available at the clinic for exam results submitted to OFA Database. \n\n\n\nThere is NO charge for eye exam result submission to OFA database for Goldens 8 yrs and older. These costs are covered by the Golden Retriever Foundation. \n\n\n\nAbout the Doctor: Dr. Steven Roberts DVM\, DACVO\n\n\n\nDr. Roberts has been involved exclusively in veterinary ophthalmology since 1981 and was board certified by the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists in 1984\, after finishing a residency at Colorado State University. Following the residency\, Dr. Roberts was an assistant professor of ophthalmology at North Carolina State University from 1984-1987 and then returned to Colorado State University. At CSU\, he was an assistant professor from 1987-1992 and then was promoted to associate professor from 1992-1997. Following six years as an associate professor\, Dr. Roberts established Animal Eye Center in January of 1998. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nemail OFA eye clinic
URL:https://2026.grcanational.com/event/ofa-eye-clinic/
LOCATION:Island Grove Regional Park\, 501 N 14th Ave\, Greeley\, CO\, 80631\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health Clinics
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Boise:20261007T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Boise:20261007T160000
DTSTAMP:20260609T170313
CREATED:20260510T132315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260510T163347Z
UID:10000251-1791363600-1791388800@2026.grcanational.com
SUMMARY:DNA Blood Draw/CHIC
DESCRIPTION:Events Center \n\n\n\nTues 10/6Wed 10/7Thurs 10/8Fri 10/9DNA BloodDraw/CHIC12PM-4PMDNA BloodDraw/CHIC9AM – 4PMDNA BloodDraw/CHIC9AM – 4PMDNA BloodDraw/CHIC9AM – 12PMOFA Eye Clinic9AM-4PMOFA Cardiac Clinic8:30AM-4:30PMOFA Cardiac Clinic8:30AM-4:30PMHCM Clinic8:30AM-4:30PMHCM Clinic8:30AM-4:30PMPU ClinicTime TBAPU ClinicTime TBAPU ClinicTime TBAAKC Reunite Microchip Clinic12PM-4PMAKC Reunite Microchip Clinic9AM-4PMAKC Reunite Microchip Clinic9AM-4PMAKC Reunite Microchip Clinic9AM-12PM\n\n\n\nAll clinic times are subject to change. Please check Facebook for any changes or updates. \n\n\n\nPre registration and payment by major credit cards will be available for OFA Eyes\, OFA ECHO\, CHIC Blood Draw. There is no fee for the CHIC Blood Draw Clinic or the PU Clinic.  \n\n\n\nConfirmation of pre-registration will be the receipt of online payment for specific test. General questions can be sent to: 20***********************@***il.com \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\nOFA DNA CHIC Database Blood Draw Clinic\n\n\n\nVetrinarian: Dr Michael Lappin\, DVM \n\n\n\nCHIC BANK/DNA Repository :\n\n\n\nThere is no charge for the blood draws or shipping \n\n\n\nGRF also absorbs the OFA CHIC fee for Goldens. \n\n\n\nFor donating blood to the GRF projects with OFA and Broad Institute\, please download and print the DNA Repository form located on the OFA website at: https://ofa.org/applications/ or available here: \n\n\n\n\nOFA DNA Repository Form\n\n\n\n\nPlease bring completed paperwork to the clinic \n\n\n\nQuestions:  20***********************@***il.com \n\n\n\nAbout the Doctor: Michael A. Lappin DVM\n\n\n\nDr. Mike Lappin\, DVM was born and raised in Michigan where his family always had dogs.  One of his favorites was “Fred\,” a Beagle that he and his brother taught to bark\, earning the ire of his mother. He graduated from Parchment High School in 1966\, and continued on to Michigan State University\, where he graduated as a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine in 1972. He moved to Massachusetts to begin his professional career at the Kingston Animal Hospital. Dr Lappin opened his own practice in 1992 in Buzzards Bay\, MA. After a name change in 1992\, “The Animal House” came into being. \n\n\n\nDr Lappin became  involved in dog training through his veterinary practice and began training his own Golden Retrievers in the early 1990’s.  He and his first Golden Retriever\, “Tess\,” discovered Agility in the mid 90’s and began competing shortly after.  Tess retired at the age of 12 years.  He is currently training and showing his 4th and 5th Golden Retrievers\, “Scarlett” and “Costello” in Agility\, Obedience\, and Rally Obedience.  Mike and his past and current “kids” have achieved numerous obedience and agility titles. \n\n\n\nA member of Yankee Golden Retriever Club\, he is on the Board of Directors and has served as their Obedience Committee chair.  He is also a member of the Golden Retriever Club of America. He has served as the Vice President of the Golden Retriever Foundation.  Dr. Lappin continues serving the Foundation as their DNA collection officer.  He has been instrumental in the Foundation’s efforts to collect DNA from Golden Retrievers to be used for health research.  With his efforts there have been over 2000 samples banked at the OFA-CHIC DNA bank\, more than any other breed of dog. Dr. Lappin also became an American Kennel Club judge of agility\, and rally obedience in 2004 to round out his “giving back to the sport” philosophy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nemail DNA clinic
URL:https://2026.grcanational.com/event/dna/2026-10-07/
LOCATION:Island Grove Regional Park\, 501 N 14th Ave\, Greeley\, CO\, 80631\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health Clinics
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Boise:20261007T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Boise:20261007T160000
DTSTAMP:20260609T170313
CREATED:20260604T234836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T234944Z
UID:10000265-1791363600-1791388800@2026.grcanational.com
SUMMARY:AKC Reunite Microchip Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Tues 10/6Wed 10/7Thurs 10/8Fri 10/9DNA BloodDraw/CHIC12PM-4PMDNA BloodDraw/CHIC9AM – 4PMDNA BloodDraw/CHIC9AM – 4PMDNA BloodDraw/CHIC9AM – 12PMOFA Eye Clinic9AM-4PMOFA Cardiac Clinic8:30AM-4:30PMOFA Cardiac Clinic8:30AM-4:30PMHCM Clinic8:30AM-4:30PMHCM Clinic8:30AM-4:30PMPU ClinicTime TBAPU ClinicTime TBAPU ClinicTime TBAAKC Reunite Microchip Clinic12PM-4PMAKC Reunite Microchip Clinic9AM-4PMAKC Reunite Microchip Clinic9AM-4PMAKC Reunite Microchip Clinic9AM-12PM\n\n\n\nAll clinic times are subject to change. Please check Facebook for any changes or updates. \n\n\n\nPre registration and payment by major credit cards will be available for OFA Eyes\, OFA ECHO\, CHIC Blood Draw. There is no fee for the CHIC Blood Draw Clinic or the PU Clinic.  \n\n\n\nConfirmation of pre-registration will be the receipt of online payment for specific test. General questions can be sent to: 20***********************@***il.com \n\n\n\nAKC Reunite Microchip Clinic \n\n\n\nMichael Lappin\, DVM \n\n\n\nSee schedule above for clinic times \n\n\n\nPreregistration required \n\n\n\nAbout the Doctor: Michael A. Lappin DVM\n\n\n\nDr. Mike Lappin\, DVM was born and raised in Michigan where his family always had dogs.  One of his favorites was “Fred\,” a Beagle that he and his brother taught to bark\, earning the ire of his mother. He graduated from Parchment High School in 1966\, and continued on to Michigan State University\, where he graduated as a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine in 1972. He moved to Massachusetts to begin his professional career at the Kingston Animal Hospital. Dr Lappin opened his own practice in 1992 in Buzzards Bay\, MA. After a name change in 1992\, “The Animal House” came into being. \n\n\n\nDr Lappin became  involved in dog training through his veterinary practice and began training his own Golden Retrievers in the early 1990’s.  He and his first Golden Retriever\, “Tess\,” discovered Agility in the mid 90’s and began competing shortly after.  Tess retired at the age of 12 years.  He is currently training and showing his 4th and 5th Golden Retrievers\, “Scarlett” and “Costello” in Agility\, Obedience\, and Rally Obedience.  Mike and his past and current “kids” have achieved numerous obedience and agility titles. \n\n\n\nA member of Yankee Golden Retriever Club\, he is on the Board of Directors and has served as their Obedience Committee chair.  He is also a member of the Golden Retriever Club of America. He has served as the Vice President of the Golden Retriever Foundation.  Dr. Lappin continues serving the Foundation as their DNA collection officer.  He has been instrumental in the Foundation’s efforts to collect DNA from Golden Retrievers to be used for health research.  With his efforts there have been over 2000 samples banked at the OFA-CHIC DNA bank\, more than any other breed of dog. Dr. Lappin also became an American Kennel Club judge of agility\, and rally obedience in 2004 to round out his “giving back to the sport” philosophy.
URL:https://2026.grcanational.com/event/microchip/2026-10-07/
LOCATION:Island Grove Regional Park\, 501 N 14th Ave\, Greeley\, CO\, 80631\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health Clinics
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Boise:20261007T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Boise:20261007T180000
DTSTAMP:20260609T170313
CREATED:20260128T011751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260510T163055Z
UID:10000244-1791363600-1791396000@2026.grcanational.com
SUMMARY:Regular/Non-regular Conformation
DESCRIPTION:time is approximate \n\n\n\nBest of breed will be held on Saturday\, October 10\, 2026. Depending on entries\, BOB judging will begin Friday\, October 9th. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nEntries\n\n\n\n\nOpen: 7/22/2026\n\n\n\nClose: 8/26/2026\n\n\n\n\nConformation Judges\n\n\n\n\nDonna Ernst (intersex)\n\n\n\nCollette Jaynes (dogs)\n\n\n\nNancy Talbott (bitches)\n\n\n\nJennifer Harper (junior showmanship)\n\n\n\n\nGrooming
URL:https://2026.grcanational.com/event/regular-non-regular-conformation-2/2026-10-07/
LOCATION:Island Grove Regional Park\, 501 N 14th Ave\, Greeley\, CO\, 80631\, United States
CATEGORIES:Competition,Conformation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Boise:20261007T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Boise:20261007T180000
DTSTAMP:20260609T170313
CREATED:20260216T215443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260510T163054Z
UID:10000242-1791363600-1791396000@2026.grcanational.com
SUMMARY:Obedience
DESCRIPTION:time is approximate \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nEntries\n\n\n\n\nOpen: 7/22/2026\n\n\n\nClose: 8/26/2026\n\n\n\n\n\nObedience/Rally Judges\n\n\n\n\nObedience\n\nCarole Lynn Evans (Novice A\, Utility B\, Preferred Utility\, Versatility\, Non-reg Veteran)\n\n\n\nJames Comunale (Novice B\, Beg. Novice A & B\, Preferred Novice\, Non-reg Team 2)\n\n\n\nMr. Rick L Garvin (Grad Novice\, Open A & B\, Grad & Preferred Open\, Utility A\, Non-reg Team 1)\n\n\n\n\n\nRally\n\nMr. Rick L Garvin (Novice A & B\, Pairs Novice)\n\n\n\nJames Comunale (Intermediate\, Advanced A & B)\n\n\n\nMrs. Julie M Yamane (Excellent A & B\, Master\, Choice)
URL:https://2026.grcanational.com/event/obedience/2026-10-07/
LOCATION:Island Grove Regional Park\, 501 N 14th Ave\, Greeley\, CO\, 80631\, United States
CATEGORIES:Companion,Competition
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ORGANIZER;CN="Francie Pusateri":MAILTO:francie.pusateri@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Boise:20261007T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Boise:20261007T190000
DTSTAMP:20260609T170313
CREATED:20250921T030656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260510T163216Z
UID:10000249-1791367200-1791399600@2026.grcanational.com
SUMMARY:Scent Work Trial
DESCRIPTION:time is approximate. Currently\, containers\, interior\, exterior\, buried are all planned for October 6 2026\, while handler discrimination and detective will be held October 7\, 2026. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEntries\n\n\n\n\nOpen: 7/22/2026\n\n\n\nClose: 8/26/2026\n\n\n\n\nScent Work Judges\n\n\n\n\nJessica Taylor (containers)\n\n\n\nRon Horn (Interior)\n\n\n\nSally Dunphy (Exteriors)\n\n\n\nAndrea Wojciechowski (Buried)\n\n\n\nDeanna Bunn (Handler Discrimination and Detective)
URL:https://2026.grcanational.com/event/scent-work-trial-2/2026-10-07/
LOCATION:Island Grove Regional Park\, 501 N 14th Ave\, Greeley\, CO\, 80631\, United States
CATEGORIES:Competition,Performance
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ORGANIZER;CN="Monica Keracik":MAILTO:mvigla@comcast.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Boise:20261008T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Boise:20261008T170000
DTSTAMP:20260609T170313
CREATED:20260604T232951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T234413Z
UID:10000263-1791446400-1791478800@2026.grcanational.com
SUMMARY:Pigmentary Uveitis Research Clinic
DESCRIPTION:time is approximate. \n\n\n\nTues 10/6Wed 10/7Thurs 10/8Fri 10/9DNA BloodDraw/CHIC12PM-4PMDNA BloodDraw/CHIC9AM – 4PMDNA BloodDraw/CHIC9AM – 4PMDNA BloodDraw/CHIC9AM – 12PMOFA Eye Clinic9AM-4PMOFA Cardiac Clinic8:30AM-4:30PMOFA Cardiac Clinic8:30AM-4:30PMHCM Clinic8:30AM-4:30PMHCM Clinic8:30AM-4:30PMPU ClinicTime TBAPU ClinicTime TBAPU ClinicTime TBAAKC Reunite Microchip Clinic12PM-4PMAKC Reunite Microchip Clinic9AM-4PMAKC Reunite Microchip Clinic9AM-4PMAKC Reunite Microchip Clinic9AM-12PM\n\n\n\nAll clinic times are subject to change. Please check Facebook for any changes or updates. \n\n\n\nPre registration and payment by major credit cards will be available for OFA Eyes\, OFA ECHO\, CHIC Blood Draw. There is no fee for the CHIC Blood Draw Clinic or the PU Clinic.  \n\n\n\nConfirmation of pre-registration will be the receipt of online payment for specific test. General questions can be sent to: 20***********************@***il.com \n\n\n\nDr. Wendy Townsend\, a primary researcher into PU\, will be performing ultrasounds of Golden Retriever eyes. This non-invasive procedure is not painful and has the potential to provide critical information for continuing research into this disease. Dr. Townsend will examine any Golden Retriever – healthy eyes or otherwise – 4 years and older. Goldens without pedigrees or those from a rescue situation are more than welcome to become a part of this research project. \n\n\n\nGolden Retrievers 12 years and older and those previously seen at PU clinics are encouraged to participate in this year’s clinic. The clinic is limited to 100 dogs. Appointments will be arranged and owners will be notified once judging schedules are announced. Downloadable forms need to be returned to complete the preregistration process. \n\n\n\nAbout the Doctor: Dr. Wendy Townsend\, DVM\, MS\, DACVO\n\n\n\nDr. Wendy Townsend\, DVM\, MS\, DACVO\, (ophthalmology) associate professor of ophthalmology in Purdue Veterinary Medicine’s Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences\, has focused her career and research in veterinary medicine on diagnosing and treating eye conditions in animals. “The most common question I get is if we fit animals with glasses\,” Dr. Townsend says. “While that’s not what we do\, our goal is to help animals see better and improve their  quality of life if they’re having issues.” \n\n\n\nAlthough her patients span a variety of species\, her research is focused on a particular breed of dog that reigns as one of the most popular dog breeds in America: Golden Retrievers.  Golden retriever pigmentary uveitis is a disease almost exclusively found in purebred Golden Retrievers. It’s an inherited form of uveitis (inflammation of the uveal tract\, which includes the iris). And though the disease is inherited\, the onset and diagnosis usually occurs when the dogs are older. \n\n\n\nDr. Townsend is strongly encouraging Golden Retrievers 12 years and older and those previously seen at PU clinics to participate in this year’s clinic. The clinic is limited to 125 dogs. Appointments will be arranged once judging schedules are announced. Downloadable forms need to be returned to complete the preregistration process.
URL:https://2026.grcanational.com/event/pu/2026-10-08/
LOCATION:Island Grove Regional Park\, 501 N 14th Ave\, Greeley\, CO\, 80631\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health Clinics
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Boise:20261008T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Boise:20261008T160000
DTSTAMP:20260609T170313
CREATED:20260510T132315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260510T163347Z
UID:10000252-1791450000-1791475200@2026.grcanational.com
SUMMARY:DNA Blood Draw/CHIC
DESCRIPTION:Events Center \n\n\n\nTues 10/6Wed 10/7Thurs 10/8Fri 10/9DNA BloodDraw/CHIC12PM-4PMDNA BloodDraw/CHIC9AM – 4PMDNA BloodDraw/CHIC9AM – 4PMDNA BloodDraw/CHIC9AM – 12PMOFA Eye Clinic9AM-4PMOFA Cardiac Clinic8:30AM-4:30PMOFA Cardiac Clinic8:30AM-4:30PMHCM Clinic8:30AM-4:30PMHCM Clinic8:30AM-4:30PMPU ClinicTime TBAPU ClinicTime TBAPU ClinicTime TBAAKC Reunite Microchip Clinic12PM-4PMAKC Reunite Microchip Clinic9AM-4PMAKC Reunite Microchip Clinic9AM-4PMAKC Reunite Microchip Clinic9AM-12PM\n\n\n\nAll clinic times are subject to change. Please check Facebook for any changes or updates. \n\n\n\nPre registration and payment by major credit cards will be available for OFA Eyes\, OFA ECHO\, CHIC Blood Draw. There is no fee for the CHIC Blood Draw Clinic or the PU Clinic.  \n\n\n\nConfirmation of pre-registration will be the receipt of online payment for specific test. General questions can be sent to: 20***********************@***il.com \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\nOFA DNA CHIC Database Blood Draw Clinic\n\n\n\nVetrinarian: Dr Michael Lappin\, DVM \n\n\n\nCHIC BANK/DNA Repository :\n\n\n\nThere is no charge for the blood draws or shipping \n\n\n\nGRF also absorbs the OFA CHIC fee for Goldens. \n\n\n\nFor donating blood to the GRF projects with OFA and Broad Institute\, please download and print the DNA Repository form located on the OFA website at: https://ofa.org/applications/ or available here: \n\n\n\n\nOFA DNA Repository Form\n\n\n\n\nPlease bring completed paperwork to the clinic \n\n\n\nQuestions:  20***********************@***il.com \n\n\n\nAbout the Doctor: Michael A. Lappin DVM\n\n\n\nDr. Mike Lappin\, DVM was born and raised in Michigan where his family always had dogs.  One of his favorites was “Fred\,” a Beagle that he and his brother taught to bark\, earning the ire of his mother. He graduated from Parchment High School in 1966\, and continued on to Michigan State University\, where he graduated as a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine in 1972. He moved to Massachusetts to begin his professional career at the Kingston Animal Hospital. Dr Lappin opened his own practice in 1992 in Buzzards Bay\, MA. After a name change in 1992\, “The Animal House” came into being. \n\n\n\nDr Lappin became  involved in dog training through his veterinary practice and began training his own Golden Retrievers in the early 1990’s.  He and his first Golden Retriever\, “Tess\,” discovered Agility in the mid 90’s and began competing shortly after.  Tess retired at the age of 12 years.  He is currently training and showing his 4th and 5th Golden Retrievers\, “Scarlett” and “Costello” in Agility\, Obedience\, and Rally Obedience.  Mike and his past and current “kids” have achieved numerous obedience and agility titles. \n\n\n\nA member of Yankee Golden Retriever Club\, he is on the Board of Directors and has served as their Obedience Committee chair.  He is also a member of the Golden Retriever Club of America. He has served as the Vice President of the Golden Retriever Foundation.  Dr. Lappin continues serving the Foundation as their DNA collection officer.  He has been instrumental in the Foundation’s efforts to collect DNA from Golden Retrievers to be used for health research.  With his efforts there have been over 2000 samples banked at the OFA-CHIC DNA bank\, more than any other breed of dog. Dr. Lappin also became an American Kennel Club judge of agility\, and rally obedience in 2004 to round out his “giving back to the sport” philosophy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nemail DNA clinic
URL:https://2026.grcanational.com/event/dna/2026-10-08/
LOCATION:Island Grove Regional Park\, 501 N 14th Ave\, Greeley\, CO\, 80631\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health Clinics
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Boise:20261008T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Boise:20261008T160000
DTSTAMP:20260609T170313
CREATED:20260604T234836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T234944Z
UID:10000266-1791450000-1791475200@2026.grcanational.com
SUMMARY:AKC Reunite Microchip Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Tues 10/6Wed 10/7Thurs 10/8Fri 10/9DNA BloodDraw/CHIC12PM-4PMDNA BloodDraw/CHIC9AM – 4PMDNA BloodDraw/CHIC9AM – 4PMDNA BloodDraw/CHIC9AM – 12PMOFA Eye Clinic9AM-4PMOFA Cardiac Clinic8:30AM-4:30PMOFA Cardiac Clinic8:30AM-4:30PMHCM Clinic8:30AM-4:30PMHCM Clinic8:30AM-4:30PMPU ClinicTime TBAPU ClinicTime TBAPU ClinicTime TBAAKC Reunite Microchip Clinic12PM-4PMAKC Reunite Microchip Clinic9AM-4PMAKC Reunite Microchip Clinic9AM-4PMAKC Reunite Microchip Clinic9AM-12PM\n\n\n\nAll clinic times are subject to change. Please check Facebook for any changes or updates. \n\n\n\nPre registration and payment by major credit cards will be available for OFA Eyes\, OFA ECHO\, CHIC Blood Draw. There is no fee for the CHIC Blood Draw Clinic or the PU Clinic.  \n\n\n\nConfirmation of pre-registration will be the receipt of online payment for specific test. General questions can be sent to: 20***********************@***il.com \n\n\n\nAKC Reunite Microchip Clinic \n\n\n\nMichael Lappin\, DVM \n\n\n\nSee schedule above for clinic times \n\n\n\nPreregistration required \n\n\n\nAbout the Doctor: Michael A. Lappin DVM\n\n\n\nDr. Mike Lappin\, DVM was born and raised in Michigan where his family always had dogs.  One of his favorites was “Fred\,” a Beagle that he and his brother taught to bark\, earning the ire of his mother. He graduated from Parchment High School in 1966\, and continued on to Michigan State University\, where he graduated as a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine in 1972. He moved to Massachusetts to begin his professional career at the Kingston Animal Hospital. Dr Lappin opened his own practice in 1992 in Buzzards Bay\, MA. After a name change in 1992\, “The Animal House” came into being. \n\n\n\nDr Lappin became  involved in dog training through his veterinary practice and began training his own Golden Retrievers in the early 1990’s.  He and his first Golden Retriever\, “Tess\,” discovered Agility in the mid 90’s and began competing shortly after.  Tess retired at the age of 12 years.  He is currently training and showing his 4th and 5th Golden Retrievers\, “Scarlett” and “Costello” in Agility\, Obedience\, and Rally Obedience.  Mike and his past and current “kids” have achieved numerous obedience and agility titles. \n\n\n\nA member of Yankee Golden Retriever Club\, he is on the Board of Directors and has served as their Obedience Committee chair.  He is also a member of the Golden Retriever Club of America. He has served as the Vice President of the Golden Retriever Foundation.  Dr. Lappin continues serving the Foundation as their DNA collection officer.  He has been instrumental in the Foundation’s efforts to collect DNA from Golden Retrievers to be used for health research.  With his efforts there have been over 2000 samples banked at the OFA-CHIC DNA bank\, more than any other breed of dog. Dr. Lappin also became an American Kennel Club judge of agility\, and rally obedience in 2004 to round out his “giving back to the sport” philosophy.
URL:https://2026.grcanational.com/event/microchip/2026-10-08/
LOCATION:Island Grove Regional Park\, 501 N 14th Ave\, Greeley\, CO\, 80631\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health Clinics
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Boise:20261008T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Boise:20261008T180000
DTSTAMP:20260609T170313
CREATED:20260128T011751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260510T163055Z
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SUMMARY:Regular/Non-regular Conformation
DESCRIPTION:time is approximate \n\n\n\nBest of breed will be held on Saturday\, October 10\, 2026. Depending on entries\, BOB judging will begin Friday\, October 9th. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nEntries\n\n\n\n\nOpen: 7/22/2026\n\n\n\nClose: 8/26/2026\n\n\n\n\nConformation Judges\n\n\n\n\nDonna Ernst (intersex)\n\n\n\nCollette Jaynes (dogs)\n\n\n\nNancy Talbott (bitches)\n\n\n\nJennifer Harper (junior showmanship)\n\n\n\n\nGrooming
URL:https://2026.grcanational.com/event/regular-non-regular-conformation-2/2026-10-08/
LOCATION:Island Grove Regional Park\, 501 N 14th Ave\, Greeley\, CO\, 80631\, United States
CATEGORIES:Competition,Conformation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Boise:20261008T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Boise:20261008T180000
DTSTAMP:20260609T170313
CREATED:20260216T215443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260510T163054Z
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SUMMARY:Obedience
DESCRIPTION:time is approximate \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nEntries\n\n\n\n\nOpen: 7/22/2026\n\n\n\nClose: 8/26/2026\n\n\n\n\n\nObedience/Rally Judges\n\n\n\n\nObedience\n\nCarole Lynn Evans (Novice A\, Utility B\, Preferred Utility\, Versatility\, Non-reg Veteran)\n\n\n\nJames Comunale (Novice B\, Beg. Novice A & B\, Preferred Novice\, Non-reg Team 2)\n\n\n\nMr. Rick L Garvin (Grad Novice\, Open A & B\, Grad & Preferred Open\, Utility A\, Non-reg Team 1)\n\n\n\n\n\nRally\n\nMr. Rick L Garvin (Novice A & B\, Pairs Novice)\n\n\n\nJames Comunale (Intermediate\, Advanced A & B)\n\n\n\nMrs. Julie M Yamane (Excellent A & B\, Master\, Choice)
URL:https://2026.grcanational.com/event/obedience/2026-10-08/
LOCATION:Island Grove Regional Park\, 501 N 14th Ave\, Greeley\, CO\, 80631\, United States
CATEGORIES:Companion,Competition
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ORGANIZER;CN="Francie Pusateri":MAILTO:francie.pusateri@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Boise:20261008T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Boise:20261008T173000
DTSTAMP:20260609T170313
CREATED:20260509T225251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260510T163034Z
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SUMMARY:OFA Cardiac Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Events Center \n\n\n\nTues 10/6Wed 10/7Thurs 10/8Fri 10/9DNA BloodDraw/CHIC12PM-4PMDNA BloodDraw/CHIC9AM – 4PMDNA BloodDraw/CHIC9AM – 4PMDNA BloodDraw/CHIC9AM – 12PMOFA Eye Clinic9AM-4PMOFA Cardiac Clinic8:30AM-4:30PMOFA Cardiac Clinic8:30AM-4:30PMHCM Clinic8:30AM-4:30PMHCM Clinic8:30AM-4:30PMPU ClinicTime TBAPU ClinicTime TBAPU ClinicTime TBAAKC Reunite Microchip Clinic12PM-4PMAKC Reunite Microchip Clinic9AM-4PMAKC Reunite Microchip Clinic9AM-4PMAKC Reunite Microchip Clinic9AM-12PM\n\n\n\nAll clinic times are subject to change. Please check Facebook for any changes or updates. \n\n\n\nPre registration and payment by major credit cards will be available for OFA Eyes\, OFA ECHO\, CHIC Blood Draw. There is no fee for the CHIC Blood Draw Clinic or the PU Clinic.  \n\n\n\nConfirmation of pre-registration will be the receipt of online payment for specific test. General questions can be sent to: 20***********************@***il.com \n\n\n\nCardiologist:  Joshua Stern\, BS\, DVM\, PhD\, DACVIM (cardiology)  \n\n\n\nTests Available: ECHO/Auscultation \n\n\n\n\nEcho: pre-registration $335\n\n\n\nEcho: walk-ins (if available) $355\n\n\n\nAuscultation: $125 walk-in only \n\n\n\n\nOFA discount code will be available at the clinic for exam results submitted to OFA database. \n\n\n\nAbout the Doctor: Dr Josh Stern\, DVM\, PhD\, DACVIM\n\n\n\nDr. Joshua Stern\, DVM\,Phd\, DACVIM (cardiology) serves as the Associate Dean for Research and Graduate Studies at North Carolina State University College of Veterinary Medicine. He is also a Professor of Cardiology in the Department of Clinical Sciences at NC State. Dr. Stern obtained his DVM from Ohio State University\, completed his cardiology residency training at NC State\, and obtained a PhD focusing on translational cardiac genetics at Washington State University. He is the Principal Investigator for the Stern Translational Cardiac Genetics and Pharmacogenomics Laboratory which focuses on training clinician scientists and developing novel therapies for inherited heart disease.   Dr. Stern serves as an Associate Editor for the Journal of Veterinary Internal Medicine and is the current President for the Subspecialty of Cardiology in the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine. He was honored with the 2024 AVMF Career Achievement Award in Feline Medicine. Dr. Stern is an avid supporter of clinician scientists and is passionate about training the next generation of veterinary academic leaders. Together\, with his laboratory teams\, Dr. Stern has published over 140 peer-reviewed research manuscripts contributing to the advancement of companion animal genetics and translational cardiology. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nemail cardiac clinic
URL:https://2026.grcanational.com/event/ofa-cardiac-clinic/2026-10-08/
LOCATION:Island Grove Regional Park\, 501 N 14th Ave\, Greeley\, CO\, 80631\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health Clinics
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Boise:20261008T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Boise:20261008T220000
DTSTAMP:20260609T170313
CREATED:20260508T000852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260510T163910Z
UID:10000222-1791482400-1791496800@2026.grcanational.com
SUMMARY:Top Twenty Invitational
DESCRIPTION:Saddle Up & Celebrate\n\n\n\nAn evening of western elegance celebrating the 2026 GRCA Top Twenty Invitational contenders. \n\n\n\nDate\nThursday\, October 8\, 2026 \n\n\n\n\nTime\n6:00 PM – 10:00 PM(Approximately) \n\n\n\n\nCost\n$100 per personNon-refundable \n\n\n\n\nLocation\nExhibition BuildingIsland Grove Regional Park \n\n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n\n\n6:00 PM – Check-In & Cocktails\n\n\n\n6:30 PM – Dinner\n\n\n\n8:15 PM – Event Begins\n\n\n\n\nIncluded with your ticket\n\n\n\n\nAccess to the Top Twenty Invitational and Junior Showcase\n\n\n\nAccess to the online event catalog\n\n\n\nTables decorated by the 2026 GRCA Top Twenty Invitational Contenders\n\n\n\nDelicious buffet dinner\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMenu and Tickets Coming Soon
URL:https://2026.grcanational.com/event/top-twenty/
LOCATION:Island Grove Regional Park\, 501 N 14th Ave\, Greeley\, CO\, 80631\, United States
CATEGORIES:Parades,Social
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Boise:20261009T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Boise:20261009T170000
DTSTAMP:20260609T170313
CREATED:20260128T011709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260510T162826Z
UID:10000200-1791532800-1791565200@2026.grcanational.com
SUMMARY:Rally
DESCRIPTION:time is approximate \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nEntries\n\n\n\n\nOpen: 7/22/2026\n\n\n\nClose: 8/26/2026\n\n\n\n\n\nObedience/Rally Judges\n\n\n\n\nObedience\n\nCarole Lynn Evans (Novice A\, Utility B\, Preferred Utility\, Versatility\, Non-reg Veteran)\n\n\n\nJames Comunale (Novice B\, Beg. Novice A & B\, Preferred Novice\, Non-reg Team 2)\n\n\n\nMr. Rick L Garvin (Grad Novice\, Open A & B\, Grad & Preferred Open\, Utility A\, Non-reg Team 1)\n\n\n\n\n\nRally\n\nMr. Rick L Garvin (Novice A & B\, Pairs Novice)\n\n\n\nJames Comunale (Intermediate\, Advanced A & B)\n\n\n\nMrs. Julie M Yamane (Excellent A & B\, Master\, Choice)
URL:https://2026.grcanational.com/event/rally/
LOCATION:Island Grove Regional Park\, 501 N 14th Ave\, Greeley\, CO\, 80631\, United States
CATEGORIES:Companion,Competition
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Boise:20261009T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Boise:20261009T120000
DTSTAMP:20260609T170313
CREATED:20260510T132315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260510T163347Z
UID:10000253-1791536400-1791547200@2026.grcanational.com
SUMMARY:DNA Blood Draw/CHIC
DESCRIPTION:Events Center \n\n\n\nTues 10/6Wed 10/7Thurs 10/8Fri 10/9DNA BloodDraw/CHIC12PM-4PMDNA BloodDraw/CHIC9AM – 4PMDNA BloodDraw/CHIC9AM – 4PMDNA BloodDraw/CHIC9AM – 12PMOFA Eye Clinic9AM-4PMOFA Cardiac Clinic8:30AM-4:30PMOFA Cardiac Clinic8:30AM-4:30PMHCM Clinic8:30AM-4:30PMHCM Clinic8:30AM-4:30PMPU ClinicTime TBAPU ClinicTime TBAPU ClinicTime TBAAKC Reunite Microchip Clinic12PM-4PMAKC Reunite Microchip Clinic9AM-4PMAKC Reunite Microchip Clinic9AM-4PMAKC Reunite Microchip Clinic9AM-12PM\n\n\n\nAll clinic times are subject to change. Please check Facebook for any changes or updates. \n\n\n\nPre registration and payment by major credit cards will be available for OFA Eyes\, OFA ECHO\, CHIC Blood Draw. There is no fee for the CHIC Blood Draw Clinic or the PU Clinic.  \n\n\n\nConfirmation of pre-registration will be the receipt of online payment for specific test. General questions can be sent to: 20***********************@***il.com \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\nOFA DNA CHIC Database Blood Draw Clinic\n\n\n\nVetrinarian: Dr Michael Lappin\, DVM \n\n\n\nCHIC BANK/DNA Repository :\n\n\n\nThere is no charge for the blood draws or shipping \n\n\n\nGRF also absorbs the OFA CHIC fee for Goldens. \n\n\n\nFor donating blood to the GRF projects with OFA and Broad Institute\, please download and print the DNA Repository form located on the OFA website at: https://ofa.org/applications/ or available here: \n\n\n\n\nOFA DNA Repository Form\n\n\n\n\nPlease bring completed paperwork to the clinic \n\n\n\nQuestions:  20***********************@***il.com \n\n\n\nAbout the Doctor: Michael A. Lappin DVM\n\n\n\nDr. Mike Lappin\, DVM was born and raised in Michigan where his family always had dogs.  One of his favorites was “Fred\,” a Beagle that he and his brother taught to bark\, earning the ire of his mother. He graduated from Parchment High School in 1966\, and continued on to Michigan State University\, where he graduated as a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine in 1972. He moved to Massachusetts to begin his professional career at the Kingston Animal Hospital. Dr Lappin opened his own practice in 1992 in Buzzards Bay\, MA. After a name change in 1992\, “The Animal House” came into being. \n\n\n\nDr Lappin became  involved in dog training through his veterinary practice and began training his own Golden Retrievers in the early 1990’s.  He and his first Golden Retriever\, “Tess\,” discovered Agility in the mid 90’s and began competing shortly after.  Tess retired at the age of 12 years.  He is currently training and showing his 4th and 5th Golden Retrievers\, “Scarlett” and “Costello” in Agility\, Obedience\, and Rally Obedience.  Mike and his past and current “kids” have achieved numerous obedience and agility titles. \n\n\n\nA member of Yankee Golden Retriever Club\, he is on the Board of Directors and has served as their Obedience Committee chair.  He is also a member of the Golden Retriever Club of America. He has served as the Vice President of the Golden Retriever Foundation.  Dr. Lappin continues serving the Foundation as their DNA collection officer.  He has been instrumental in the Foundation’s efforts to collect DNA from Golden Retrievers to be used for health research.  With his efforts there have been over 2000 samples banked at the OFA-CHIC DNA bank\, more than any other breed of dog. Dr. Lappin also became an American Kennel Club judge of agility\, and rally obedience in 2004 to round out his “giving back to the sport” philosophy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nemail DNA clinic
URL:https://2026.grcanational.com/event/dna/2026-10-09/
LOCATION:Island Grove Regional Park\, 501 N 14th Ave\, Greeley\, CO\, 80631\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health Clinics
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Boise:20261009T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Boise:20261009T120000
DTSTAMP:20260609T170313
CREATED:20260604T234836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T234944Z
UID:10000267-1791536400-1791547200@2026.grcanational.com
SUMMARY:AKC Reunite Microchip Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Tues 10/6Wed 10/7Thurs 10/8Fri 10/9DNA BloodDraw/CHIC12PM-4PMDNA BloodDraw/CHIC9AM – 4PMDNA BloodDraw/CHIC9AM – 4PMDNA BloodDraw/CHIC9AM – 12PMOFA Eye Clinic9AM-4PMOFA Cardiac Clinic8:30AM-4:30PMOFA Cardiac Clinic8:30AM-4:30PMHCM Clinic8:30AM-4:30PMHCM Clinic8:30AM-4:30PMPU ClinicTime TBAPU ClinicTime TBAPU ClinicTime TBAAKC Reunite Microchip Clinic12PM-4PMAKC Reunite Microchip Clinic9AM-4PMAKC Reunite Microchip Clinic9AM-4PMAKC Reunite Microchip Clinic9AM-12PM\n\n\n\nAll clinic times are subject to change. Please check Facebook for any changes or updates. \n\n\n\nPre registration and payment by major credit cards will be available for OFA Eyes\, OFA ECHO\, CHIC Blood Draw. There is no fee for the CHIC Blood Draw Clinic or the PU Clinic.  \n\n\n\nConfirmation of pre-registration will be the receipt of online payment for specific test. General questions can be sent to: 20***********************@***il.com \n\n\n\nAKC Reunite Microchip Clinic \n\n\n\nMichael Lappin\, DVM \n\n\n\nSee schedule above for clinic times \n\n\n\nPreregistration required \n\n\n\nAbout the Doctor: Michael A. Lappin DVM\n\n\n\nDr. Mike Lappin\, DVM was born and raised in Michigan where his family always had dogs.  One of his favorites was “Fred\,” a Beagle that he and his brother taught to bark\, earning the ire of his mother. He graduated from Parchment High School in 1966\, and continued on to Michigan State University\, where he graduated as a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine in 1972. He moved to Massachusetts to begin his professional career at the Kingston Animal Hospital. Dr Lappin opened his own practice in 1992 in Buzzards Bay\, MA. After a name change in 1992\, “The Animal House” came into being. \n\n\n\nDr Lappin became  involved in dog training through his veterinary practice and began training his own Golden Retrievers in the early 1990’s.  He and his first Golden Retriever\, “Tess\,” discovered Agility in the mid 90’s and began competing shortly after.  Tess retired at the age of 12 years.  He is currently training and showing his 4th and 5th Golden Retrievers\, “Scarlett” and “Costello” in Agility\, Obedience\, and Rally Obedience.  Mike and his past and current “kids” have achieved numerous obedience and agility titles. \n\n\n\nA member of Yankee Golden Retriever Club\, he is on the Board of Directors and has served as their Obedience Committee chair.  He is also a member of the Golden Retriever Club of America. He has served as the Vice President of the Golden Retriever Foundation.  Dr. Lappin continues serving the Foundation as their DNA collection officer.  He has been instrumental in the Foundation’s efforts to collect DNA from Golden Retrievers to be used for health research.  With his efforts there have been over 2000 samples banked at the OFA-CHIC DNA bank\, more than any other breed of dog. Dr. Lappin also became an American Kennel Club judge of agility\, and rally obedience in 2004 to round out his “giving back to the sport” philosophy.
URL:https://2026.grcanational.com/event/microchip/2026-10-09/
LOCATION:Island Grove Regional Park\, 501 N 14th Ave\, Greeley\, CO\, 80631\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health Clinics
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