About Us

Established in 1948, the Dalmatian Club of Northern California, Inc. (DCNC) is a non-profit organization composed of people who love Dalmatians. Some members are strictly pet owners; many others are also actively involved in breeding Dalmatians, showing in conformation, obedience and other performance events. 

The objectives of DCNC include preserving and improving the Dalmatian breed and holding specialty shows under AKC rules. This year the Club's Speciality show and Obedience Trial usually held in October. 

Our Breeders Directory lists the names of breeders who have puppies and adults available. Additionally, the Club's Rescue committee helps match adoptive homes with Dalmatians that have been, or must be, given up by their owners. 

 A.  To encourage and promote quality in the breeding of pure-bred Dalmatians and to do all possible to bring their natural qualities to perfection, with emphasis on health and temperament

B.  To encourage breeders to strive to develop the Dalmatian in compliance with the Standard for Dalmatians as developed by the Dalmatian Club of America and approved by The American Kennel Club

C.  To conduct sanctioned and licensed conformation specialty shows, specialty obedience trials, matches, and/or other performance events under the rules of the American Kennel Club

D.  To encourage the highest levels of sportsmanship in our conduct at all functions and in our interaction with the public and fellow breeders and exhibitors.