Author Archives: Mia DiBenedetto, MNRC Communications Director

It has become clear that we cannot provide for the health, safety, and well being of our participants, judges, hosts, and sponsors while at the same time conducting the event in a manner that respects and protects the integrity of … Continue reading →

UPDATE: MNRC will produce the HOF and Retiring Videos for 2020.  They will be posted Online.  And shown at the Handler’s Banquet in 2021 in Idaho. It’s time to get your information together so we can include your dog in … Continue reading →

Congratulations to the Treasure Valley Hunting Retriever Club . TVHRC has been selected to host our 2021 Master National event in Valley County, Idaho. Dates will be September 30 until October 10, 2021. Located 112 miles north of Boise, Valley … Continue reading →

On behalf of the Master National Retriever Club Board of Directors, and with fervent support from president Allen Dillard, Michelle and Rex want to express our collective concern about your personal, family and kennel health, safety and well-being.  We trust … Continue reading →

The Master National Retriever Club is pleased to announce that John Kinnard has accepted the invitation to judge at this year’s Master National. Kinnard will replace Ron Margiotta.Margiotta had to withdraw from judging.  John Kinnard will represent Region 4 in … Continue reading →

The Master National Retriever Club is pleased to announce that Dale Langhorne has accepted the invitation to judge at this year’s Master National. Langhorne will replace Eric Fryer.  Fryer withdrew from judging due to health concerns.  Dale Langhorne will represent … Continue reading →

An updated list of  qualifiers for the 2020 event has been posted. As of May 1,  there are 1,475  retrievers qualified under the Special Criteria for 2020. The 2020 Master National will be held on September 24-October 4, in St. … Continue reading →

As Clubs begin to schedule AKC Hunt Tests again, the American Kennel Club Wednesday issued its suggested Best Practices for the safety of the handlers, club volunteers and exhibitors. Suggested Best Practices for the Well-Being of Dog Sport Participants The … Continue reading →

The Master National Board of Directors is committed to providing updates regarding the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the 2020 event.  The Board has completed an initial assessment and analysis of available 2020 qualification information, AKC hunt test cancellations, and … Continue reading →

A message from President Allen Dillard: The Master National Retriever Club is continuously monitoring the status of the COVID-19 event and is committed to keeping you informed of any updates, developments, or changes that will impact the 2020 Master National … Continue reading →