THCCC About The Club

About The Club

It's our members that make our club strong. We are blessed to have members who are happy to share their time, experience, talent and enthusiasm to help the club grow.

Fun Matches are a great way to train and socialize young dogs and give handlers a chance to practice showing their dogs in conformation. Members, judges and fellow exhibitors provide guidance, tips and advice that will help you and your dog prepare for the show ring. It is a supportive and fun experience.
Responsible Dog Ownership Day is an annual event that is hosted by the AKC. Breed clubs are invited to participate and promote responsible dog ownership. It's designed to be fun for the whole family and it's a great way to introduce our breed to the public, provide literature and answer questions.
Meet the Breed gives breed clubs a chance to introduce their breed to the public. Breed clubs set up booths with pictures and educational literature about their breed. Friendly dogs are always available to represent the breed and to greet the public.
Raffles are held at least once a year in conjunction with a dog show. Volunteers collect a selection of items to put up for auction. Tickets are sold during the event and a drawing is held at the end of the show.
Tar Heel Chinese Crested Club (THCCC) Fun Day is an annual event where club members can participate and enjoy fun activities with their dogs and fellow members. Please visit our 2009 Fun Day Slide Show.
Seminars on grooming, training, breeding and many other topics are offered at least once a year.

Upcoming Events

The club's Annual Banquet will be held on March 27th, 2010 at 8 PM at Biaggi's Ristorante Italiano. A semi-private dinning area is reserved for the Tar Heel Chinese Crested Club. The address is: Preston Walk, 1060 Darrington Drive, Cary NC 27513. The Banquet will include our Annual Meeting, Elections and an Awards Presentation. Guests are welcome!! Dress is casual. Watch for your invitations in the mail. Please send RSVPs to our secretary, Judy Umeck by March 24th, 2010.
Our second A-Match will be held in conjunction with the Carolina Kennel Club's All Breed Dog Show in August 2010.
Our second annual Chinese Crested Fun Day is being planned for 2010. If you'd like more information on this event or would like to serve on the committee contact: DeLisa Parker
The date and location of our upcoming general membership meetings will be posted on this page as soon as they are announced. Check back often for more upcoming events.

There are three types of membership: Individual, Joint and Associate Membership. Membership is open to all persons that are 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.

Individual Membership: For an individual person who meets the above criteria and is able to participate in club meetings and activities. An individual member would be entitled to vote and hold office.
Joint Membership: For two persons, who meet the above criteria and reside in the same household. Each member would be entitled to voting privileges and able to hold office. Joint Membership will receive one mailing of all club notifications.
Associate Membership: For a person that meets the above criteria but logistically cannot meet the 2 meeting requirements for Individual Membership. Associate Members are not entitled to vote, hold office or be counted towards a quorum. Associate Membership dues will be less than that of an Individual Membership.

Benefits of Membership

The opportunity to meet other Chinese Crested enthusiasts.
Sharing knowledge and experiences concerning the Chinese Crested.
Participate in the Tar Heel Chinese Crested Club's email discussion group.
Recognition in the club's annual awards program.
Participation in all club functions such as seminars, performance events, matches, conformation shows and fun days.
Individual and family memberships have full voting privileges.
To learn and abide by the standard of the Chinese Crested as adopted by the parent authority (American Chinese Crested Club) and as accepted by the American Kennel Club.
Encouragement in the breeding and exhibiting of the Chinese Crested to promote the best interest of the breed.

Application Process

For Joint and Individual Membership, applicants need to attend at least two THCCC meetings before submitting an application. This will allow you to get to know other members and view the club. It will also allow the membership to learn about you.
Associate Membership is based on a single membership. The two meeting requirements are waived because of logistics, but all other procedures are applicable.
Applicants need to read and agree to the club's Constitution and By-Laws.
Applicants need to read, agree to and sign the club's Code of Ethics.
Complete the THCCC Membership Application Form to apply for membership.
Obtain the endorsement of two club members.
Submit the membership application to the Membership Chairperson, with the signed Code of Ethics along with the appropriate membership dues.

Board Of Directors

President: DeLisa Parker

Vice President: Sharon Frampton

Secretary: Judy Umeck

Treasurer: Judy McCord

Board Member: Marci Snead

Board Member: Susan Cicone

Board Member: Wendy Ryan

Committees

Public Education Committee - (Chairperson: Claudia Drenan) - Provides club approved pamphlets and information about Chinese Cresteds to the public. Oversees educational events such as Meet the Breed.
Fun Day Committee - (Chairperson: DeLisa Parker) - Plans, schedules and organizes the annual THCCC Fun Day where our members can participate and enjoy fun activities with their Cresteds and fellow members.
Legislative Affairs Committee - (Chairperson: Judy McCord) - Keeps track of current legislation that concerns pet owners and breeders. Liaison between the members, legislators and the AKC's legislative committee.

Board Appointed Positions

Breeder Referral - (Chairperson: Wendy Ryan, D.V.M.) - The primary contact person for people who are looking for a Chinese Crested as a family pet or a show prospect.
Membership Coordinator - (Chairperson: Susan Cicone) - Provides prospective members with appropriate documentation and procedures for becoming a member and follows up on the application process. Maintains a current membership directory and the annual Membership Booklet.
Club Historian - (Chairperson: Marci Snead) - Organizes, stores and maintains the club's historical documentation, materials and photos.
Website Administrator - (Chairperson: DeLisa Parker) - Maintains the club's website.
Awards Coordinator - (Chairperson: Sharon Frampton) - Records titles earned by members thoughout the year. Creates and presents awards at the annual banquet.

Volunteers are needed!! If you would like to help, please contact a member of the Board of Directors or a Committee Chairperson. Even the smallest contribution can make all the difference.

Tar Heel Chinese Crested Club