2020 Calendar Contest
2020 COA Calendar Contest It’s that time of year again! Dust off your cameras and enter your favorite Chinook photos in the 2020 COA Calendar Contest! Here’s a highlight of […]
Nook News
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Announcements & Events
Dog shows and awards, regional and national events, family reunions, Chinooknics...it's all here! Find out what's going on and where Chinooks are getting together next.
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Active Chinook Program
Get out and pack, sled, skijor, and more with your Chinook! The Active Chinook (ACP) encourages owners to work with their dogs in the pursuits for which they were intended.
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Health & Genetics
The Health & Genetics team supports efforts to ensure the Chinook has a healthy, sustainable future. Find out more about the Chinook Breed Conservation Program and other health resources here.
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Rescue
The COA maintains a Rescue program to help find new homes for Chinook dogs in need. Usually, a Chinook dog needs to be placed in a new home because the owner can no longer care for the dog because of illness or personal problems.
What is the COA?
The Chinook Owners Association (COA) is the original national parent club for the Chinook dog. The COA was founded by Chinook owners responsible for the recovery of the Chinook breed from near extinction in 1981, when only eleven breedable dogs remained. Since that time, dedicated breeders, individuals and families have carefully rebuilt to a population that now numbers more than 100 breedable dogs and more than 1200 total Chinooks.
Today the COA, the official breed club recognized by the United Kennel Club (UKC), supports Chinook breeders and pet owners through:
- Programs that encourage healthy dogs, genetic diversity and the long-term future of the breed
- Breed Standards that promote temperament, structure and working ability
- Programs that advance and recognize working dog achievements in pulling, packing and dog sports, consistent with the historic function of the breed
- An engaged community of Chinook enthusiasts who share activities, health tips, guidance and resources
11th Annual Western Chinook Picnic – Aug 10th
It’s that time again! Things will be jumping on Saturday August 10th starting at “ruffly” 1pm and running until we’re all pooped pups. Hopefully you’ve been watching the Rain Mountain […]
2019 COA Specialty is a month away!
The 2019 COA National Specialty is only a month away on June 28! Find out more info and register now
Chinook Winter Carnival 2019
SAVE THE DATE! February 15-17, the Chinook Winter Carnival is coming to Tamworth Village! The snow is out and it is time to get together with some of your Chinook […]
