How to become a BCDC Member:

 

Requirements

To become a member of Bayshore Companion Dog Club, you need to have taken three consecutive classes with BCDC. After you have paid for your third class you should contact the membership committee and inquire about your eligibility.

If at that time you elect to become a prospective member you will need to attend three general membership meetings within a six month period of time. During those three meetings you will be introduced to the members in attendance at those meetings and asked to stand and be recognized.

During the six months you are considered a prospective member, you are required to work at a minimum of one BCDC event, such as a Obedience or Agility trial or match or serve the club in some committee capacity. Also you will need the endorsement of two BCDC members in good standing for your application.

Once you have met all the requirements of membership you will be voted upon. An affirmative vote by a 2/3 majority of the membership will result in your being elected to full membership status, along with a completed application and your first year's dues.

Benefits

Members in good standing with BCDC not only get to enjoy the commaraderie of like minded dog enthusiasts, they also receive discounts on classes that they take in the future. Also, BCDC members are given priority when seminars are offered, also at reduced rates.

BCDC also has several social events through the year that are open to members only such as our annual Howloween party, Christmas Holiday party, awards dinner and annual membership picnic.

BCDC also maintains a club library consisting of many titles pertaining to Health, Training, Agility, Obedience, Raising and many other Canine Topics. The library is available to members of BCDC.

Club members are also allowed to use the club house and agility barn to train when there is no class in session. This is by reservation only to club members.

Costs

The club dues are $50.00 per year payable when you are elected to membership. The normal club dues year is from July to June.

Questions?

If you have questions concerning the process, your eligibility for membership or general questions about membership you can send an email to membership@bayshoredogclub.org