membership application information
please read the following. below, you can submit online or print & mail in your application
The Papago Labrador retriever club is composed of breeders, owners and dog fanciers, who are dedicated to protecting and advancing the interest of purebred Labrador retrievers, conducting matches, shows, obedience trials, and encouraging sportsman, like competition at dog shows. All applicants should be sincerely interested in these same objectives.
In addition to completing the application and signing the certification statement, two sponsor recommendations from current members are required. At least one of these sponsors must have visited your home and must describe and vouch for the acceptability of your facilities, and the housing you provide for your dogs. For applicants residing outside Maricopa County, the sponsor visit may be waived at the discretion of the Board of Directors.
You’re completed application should be sent to the club secretary and must be accompanied by a dues payment for the current year. Residence of Maricopa County are required to attend two regular club meetings or volunteer at two club events before the application will be accepted.
When all necessary materials have been received, the application will be presented to the board of directors at its next regular meeting. Following the board of directors recommendation, the application will be presented to the general membership for approval. Affirmative votes of 3/4 of the members present at the meeting shall be required to elect the applicant.
The result of this vote will be promptly communicated to the applicant. Applicants who are not approved for membership will have their dues payment refunded and may reapply in six months. Should there be any further questions please contact:
Kritis Nolde-Morrisey
5556 East Via Montoya Dr.
Phoenix, AZ 95054
