Hampton Roads Kennel Club
Dates
Fri, Oct 3 – Sun, Oct 5, 2025
Host Club
Hampton Roads Kennel Club | visit website
Secretary
Deb Eib
804.647.8185
hrkcdogshow@gmail.com
Chairperson
Emily Carabello
910.581.2468
moonbeamwhippets@yahoo.com
Events Offered
Conformation (Altered Conformation, Junior Showmanship, Altered Total Dog, Novice Puppy, Total Dog/Total Junior, Veteran), Weight Pull
Location
Southampton County Fairgrounds
25374 New Market Rd
Courtland, VA 23837
(Indoors)
757.562.3765
Conformation Schedule
| Fri Show 1 | Fri Show 2 | Sat Show 1 | Sat Show 2 | Sun Show 1 | Sun Show 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entries Open | PRE-ENTRY ONLY | PRE-ENTRY ONLY | PRE-ENTRY ONLY | PRE-ENTRY ONLY | PRE-ENTRY ONLY | PRE-ENTRY ONLY |
| Start Time | 9:00am | 9:30am | 9:00am | 9:30am | 9:00am | 9:30am |
| Junior Showmanship | Julie Hatlas-Pepper | Stanley Matsumoto | David Arthur | Steven Melgreen | Diana Brumbaugh | Denise Vavla |
| Guardian | Julie Hatlas-Pepper | Stanley Matsumoto | David Arthur | Steven Melgreen | Diana Brumbaugh | Denise Vavla |
| Scenthound | Julie Hatlas-Pepper | Stanley Matsumoto | David Arthur | Steven Melgreen | Diana Brumbaugh | Denise Vavla |
| Sighthound | Julie Hatlas-Pepper | Stanley Matsumoto | David Arthur | Steven Melgreen | Diana Brumbaugh | Denise Vavla |
| Gun Dog | Julie Hatlas-Pepper | Stanley Matsumoto | David Arthur | Steven Melgreen | Diana Brumbaugh | Denise Vavla |
| Northern | Julie Hatlas-Pepper | Stanley Matsumoto | David Arthur | Steven Melgreen | Diana Brumbaugh | Denise Vavla |
| American Eskimo | Julie Hatlas-Pepper | Stanley Matsumoto | David Arthur | Steven Melgreen | Diana Brumbaugh | Denise Vavla |
| Herding | Julie Hatlas-Pepper | Stanley Matsumoto | David Arthur | Steven Melgreen | Diana Brumbaugh | Denise Vavla |
| Belgian Shepherd Dog | Julie Hatlas-Pepper | Stanley Matsumoto | David Arthur | Steven Melgreen | Diana Brumbaugh | Denise Vavla |
| Terrier | Julie Hatlas-Pepper | Stanley Matsumoto | David Arthur | Steven Melgreen | Diana Brumbaugh | Denise Vavla |
| Toy Fox Terrier | Julie Hatlas-Pepper | Stanley Matsumoto | David Arthur | Steven Melgreen | Diana Brumbaugh | Denise Vavla |
| Companion | Julie Hatlas-Pepper | Stanley Matsumoto | David Arthur | Steven Melgreen | Diana Brumbaugh | Denise Vavla |
Weight Pull Schedule
| Fri Pull 1 | Fri Pull 2 | Sat Pull 1 | Sat Pull 2 | Sun Pull 1 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entries Open | PRE-ENTRY ONLY | PRE-ENTRY ONLY | PRE-ENTRY ONLY | PRE-ENTRY ONLY | PRE-ENTRY ONLY |
| Weigh-In Time | 9am-9:30am | 9am-9:30am | 9am-9:30am | 9am-9:30am | 9am-9:30am |
| Start Time | 10:00am | 10:00am | 10:00am | 10:00am | 10:00am |
| Rail | Theresa Thomas | Theresa Thomas | Theresa Thomas | Theresa Thomas | Theresa Thomas |
| Backup Judge | Rachel E Richards | Rachel E Richards | Rachel E Richards | Rachel E Richards | Rachel E Richards |
Pre-Entry Fees
| Event | Entry Fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Conformation | $25.00 | $130 All 6 Shows, Same Dog |
| Junior Showmanship | $10.00 | |
| Non-Licensed | $10.00 | |
| Weight Pull | $25.00 | $110 All 5 Pulls, Same Dog |
Day of Show Fees
| Event | Entry Fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Conformation | -- | PRE-ENTRY ONLY |
| Junior Showmanship | -- | PRE-ENTRY ONLY |
| Non-Licensed | -- | PRE-ENTRY ONLY |
| Weight Pull | -- | PRE-ENTRY ONLY |
Entries Open:
August 22, 2025
Pre-Entry Deadline:
Received By September 26, 2025 @ 12pm EST
Please send Pre-Entries to:
Deb Eib
12129 Glen Gary Circle
Hernico, VA 23233
804.647.8185
hrkcdogshow@gmail.com
Exhibitor Entry Forms |
General Information
PRE-ENTRY SPECIALS
--Conformation--
$130 All 6 Shows, Same Dog
--Weight Pull--
$110 All 5 Pulls, Same Dog
PHOTOS
HRKC offers a photo booth for everyone to enjoy! We encourage you to have fun, but please be mindful and keep the area neat and orderly. The booth is available for anyone with a camera or phone so lets share the spacetake turns and feel free to help each other out!
--Please note that photos with judges will be prioritized--
FOOD TRUCKS
BS Southern Cuisine
--Available All 3 Days--
CAMPING INFO
-On-Site Camping is offered on a "First Come, First Serve" Basis
-Dry Camping is $35 per night (Vehicle, RV, Tent),
-Electric is $40 per night / Water & Electric is $45 per night
--Sign up and Pay for RV parking at check in BEFORE receiving your armband number please--
HOTEL INFO
Quality Inn and Suites of Franklin VA
1620 Armory Drive Franklin VA 23851, ph: 757-740-5754
--$79.00+Tax & $25 per Pet, per Night for 2 Queen Beds - Must call in reservation to get the show price--
SHOW SITE RULES & EXPECTATIONS
-Exercise pens are designed for multiple dogs and should be configured to minimize space.
-Mats are only permitted under exercise pens, not for space-saving purposes.
-Efficient space usage is essential to accommodate all exhibitors.
-Please do NOT block taped walkways.
-Use standard-sized folding chairs; avoid oversized or hanging/swinging chairs.
-Stack crates when safe to do so.
-No one is to go in the back field near the auction barn, or out front past the fence line.
-Do not allow children to play in buildings or on the stage.
-NO OFF LEAD DOGS - The fair grounds has asked this of us and we need to respect that.
REFUND POLICY
Refunds will be issued up until Pre-Entry closing date. refunds will be issued in the case of a COVID cancellation.
This event was last updated on Tue, Apr 1, 2025