2026 NWCC
National Specialty
Cross Creek, NB
September 26, 2026
It’s Maritime Whippet Madness
Join us on September 26, 2026 in Cross Creek, New Brunswick for the 32nd Annual National Whippet Club of Canada National Specialty
Held in conjunction with the Miramichi Kennel Club 3 all-breed shows, Group Two and Sighthound limited breed shows; the 2026 Maritime Whippet Madness events will bring together exhibitors from across Canada and across borders. Our breed is as versatile as it is beautiful, and we are excited to host a Specialty Lure Field Trial on site, as well as, a Specialty Obedience Trial and Specialty Rally Obedience Trial. Additionally, Oromocto Kennel Club 2 all-breed shows and Fredericton Kennel Club 2 all-breed shows immediately proceed our Specialty weekend, all at the same venue. There are 10 sets of points planned for whippets over the 5 days! Stay tuned for more details. Sprinter, Chase Ability, and Dock Diving will be available at the venue. All event information is subject to CKC approval.
Venue:
Noteworthy Farm
1256 Route 107
Cross Creek, NB
E6B 1V6
Event Information
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NWCC Canadian National Specialty
Saturday, September 26, 2026
Breed Judge: Lori Lawernce (USA)
(subject to CKC approval) -
NWCC Sweepstakes
Judge: Dee Laurie-Beaumont (CAN)
(subject to CKC approval)
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NWCC CKC Lure Coursing Trial
Judge: Laurie Souter (CAN)
(subject to CKC approval) -
Obedience
Judge: Stephen Hazelwood (CAN)
(subject to CKC approval)
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Rally
Judge: Stephen Hazelwood (CAN)
(subject to CKC approval)
Meet Our National Judge
Lori Lawrence
Lori Lawrence has been a renowned Whippet breeder for over 40 years. Starline Whippets has produced more than 150 champions, including multiple All-Breed Best in Show winners, National Specialty winners, top-ranked Whippets and Hounds in the United States, and the top Whippet sire of all time.
Chase Championship Points
The NWCC National Specialty offers an excellent opportunity to earn CKC Championship points, with 10 sets of points planned for Whippets over five days, all set against the backdrop of scenic beauty and home to a local craft brewery.
Where to Stay?
Ramada Hotel
480 Riverside Dr, Fredericton | Tel: 1-506-460-5500
Fort Nashwaak
11 Riverside Dr, Fredericton | Tel: 1-883-456-0766
Quality Inn & Suites Amsterdam
559 Bishop Dr, Fredericton | Tel: 506-474-5050
Comfort Inn
797 Prospect St. Fredericton | Tel: 506-453-0800
Fredericton Inn
1315 Regent St, Fredericton | Tel: 1-866-868-9509
