The purpose of the Hoosier Labrador Retriever Club is to promote interest in the Labrador Retriever in the roles of conformation, obedience, field work, agility, tracking, search & rescue, service training & companion animal.

The Labrador Retriever is a strongly built, medium-sized, short-coupled, dog possessing a sound, athletic, well-balanced conformation that enables it to function as a retrieving gun dog; the substance and soundness to hunt waterfowl or upland game for long hours under difficult conditions; the character and quality to win in the show ring; and the temperament to be a family companion.

HLRC 2025 Spring Specialty Show

The official term for dog shows is conformation — as in, the act of conforming or producing conformity. Dogs are being measured by how closely they conform to the standard of their particular breed. 

AKC Sanctioned B-Match

Match shows provide people who are new to, or interested in, getting involved in conformation events.  Puppies 4 months and older.

The Working Certificate program provides a way for Labrador owners to experience and develop an appreciation for the natural working abilities of their dogs without the lengthy and expensive commitment the competitive performance events require.

This event is brought to you by “The Power of Partnership”, a unique collaboration between the Tippecanoe County Park and Recreation Department and the Tippecanoe County Soil and Water Conservation District.

Our Labradors compete in conformation, obedience, rally, hunting tests, working certificate, agility, search & rescue, tracking, dock diving, freestyle, pet therapy and canine good citizen testing.

Join the HLRC and make new friends, learn more about Labrador Retrievers and enhance the bond between you and your dog(s)!