Doggie Walk Bags

Hangtown Kennel Club has donated many "Doggie Bag" Dispensers which are installed on local trails, the El Dorado County Fairgrounds and at the Library in Placerville.  HKC also supplies refill bags for these dispensers at the rate of several thousand annually.  This is one more way that we help to keep our community clean and "dog friendly."

Community Service

Hangtown Kennel Club is very active in our local community.  The events on this page are an example of some of our efforts

UC Davis Veterinary Scholarships

Hangtown Kennel Club funds two separate Scholarships for students at the U.C. Davis School of Veterinary Medicine.  The "Josephine T. Pope" Memorial scholarship was established in 1992 by Hangtown Kennel Club in memory of Jo Pope, a founder of the club and Springer Spaniel enthusiast.  An additional Hangtown Memorial Scholarship was established in 1999.  At an amount of $2000 each, they are given to students with an interest in small animal medicine and experience with AKC Club activities.  Preference for the awards is given to past or present residents of El Dorado County.  This picture shows past president HKC member Pam Bechtold (left center) attending the ceremony and assisting in presenting the awards on May 19, 2004.

Therapy Visits

Hangtown members and their dogs make regular visits to retirement and convalescent communities for Pet Therapy. Our furry friends are always welcome visitors.