CVGRC is a member club of the Golden Retriever Club of America and is licensed by the American Kennel Club. Our Members are golden retriever owners, breeders, exhibitors, trainers, and judges. The majority of our members are located in north and central Ohio and suburban Cleveland and Akron areas. While most of our members are located in Ohio, we do have members all over Ohio, Tennessee, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Michigan and Indiana. Together, we sponsor club activities that range from educational to competitive to down-right fun! CVGRC also publishes a newsletter, sponsors this website, has a Facebook page, and holds bi-monthly membership and board meetings.

Our major events include a Hunt test and regional Specialty (with Greater Pittsburgh Golden Retriever Club) in June, multiple Agility trials per year, and WC/WCX test in the September.  In addition, we hold regular CCAs (Certificate of Conformation Assessment), CGC (Canine Good Citizen) testing, attend Pet Expos, host multiple Health Clinics, hold special seminars, have holiday parties and picnics! We also hosted the Golden Retriever Club of America (GRCA) National Specialty September 1-14th, 2022. 

Next Meeting:

April 28th: check back for details

Save the Dates!
2025 Cuyahoga Valley Golden Retriever Club Agility Trials
Pinnacle Dog Sports-Westlake, Ohio
August 9 & 10, 2025, Join us for our Ice Cream Social!
*Judge Annette Smith
October 10,11,12, 2025, Best Chili Cookoff Competition!
*Judge Lisa Rieves
November 14,15,16, 2025 – Return of the Special Rosette Award
Ribbons for Golden Retrievers and NEW this year, one
additional Rosette for ANY BREED, Judges Choice!
*Judge Pam Johnson
Come enjoy the Golden fun and friendship.
Seasonal attire encouraged!

CVGRC Agility Trials – 2025

Hunt Test at Buckeye Retriever Club Saturday and Sunday June 7th and 8th

Summer Specialty New Castle, PA  June 26th-June 29th

WC/WCX at Buckeye Retriever Club Sunday August 31st