29 & 30 March 2025—Dos Palos, California
The Central California Labrador Retriever Club warmly welcomes you to join us for our 2025 Working Certificate Weekend!
Even if your dog has not been exposed to birds, this is your opportunity to learn and test the waters with your dog.
Your dog may be a natural!
What is a Working Certificate (WC)?
The Working Certificate (WC) program provides a way for Labrador owners to experience and develop an appreciation for the natural working abilities of their dogs.
The WC is a test of natural retrieving instinct.
It is not a marking test.
It is not to indicate the extent of training the dog has received.
To be eligible for a Working Certificate a Labrador Retriever must be six months of age and demonstrate the following:
- The dog is not gun shy.
- The dog will retrieve a shot bird at 50 yards on land in light cover.
- The dog will retrieve two ducks from swimming water (if available) in immediate succession, to prove willingness to re-enter the water.
Steadiness is not required, so a dog may be held on the line.
How is the WC weekend program organized?
Saturday (Training Day)
Training takes place on Saturday. Our judges assist in introducing your dog to birds. Judges provide instruction, encouragement, and support to both you and your dog.
Sunday (Test Day)
Testing takes place on Sunday. You and your dog repeat what you learned on Saturday.
Meals
We (the Central California Labrador Retriever Club) provide breakfast and lunch on Saturday and Sunday; and, host a group dinner Friday and Saturday for all participants.
Lodging
Spaces are available to park a trailer or an RV.
Sleeping bag spaces are available in the house for overnighters.
Some folks choose to stay at local hotels.
Questions? We’re here for you!
Please reach out to Pat Collom, Working Certificate Chair, at 559-289-9860.