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American Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Association....

The AWPGA is a club for the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon enthusiast. We are the AKC parent club for the breed and as such are focused on all aspects of our dog's lives. You will find information on history, hunting, conformation, performance events, health and genetics, and the club itself on these pages. We are a growing club and are always looking to improve ourselves in regards to the club and in protecting the breed we love so much. If you would like a Griffon or are looking to join a group of Griffon fanatics, you've come to the right place.

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All levels of experience are welcome since this is a FUN event!
Entries Close February 3, 2021
Entry Slots ARE Limited!!
PUPPY DERBY open to all puppies 6-18 months of age.
OPEN GUN DOG-Minimum Age: 1 Year Old, has acquired a NAVHDA Natural Ability or an AKC Junior Hunter or equivalent.
ADVANCED GUN DOG-Minimum Age: 1 Year Old, has acquired a NAVHDA UPT, UT or an AKC Senior or Master Hunter or equivalent.

Once again, if there shows enough interest, there will be a separate
Puppy Derby event, without live fire from 11:00am - 1:00pm.
2 Eastern Carolina Chapter Members of the National Shoot to Retrieve Association
will be judging the event.

Prizes will be awarded to the dogs with the highest scores.

Spectators and their griffons are welcome to attend to cheer and encourage everyone and to enjoy a delicious Carolina BB-Q lunch.

Please e-mail Kelly Hughes with any questions, or if you'd like to compete or attend as a spectator or guest.

By clicking on the link below, you will be able to watch and enjoy the slideshow
of the AWPGA Awards & Recognition for 2019.
Presentation given by Vicky Foster.

2019 AWPGA Awards Recognition & Slideshow

We are excited to announce that you are now able to support the American Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Foundation (AWPGF) while shopping on AmazonSmile!

Click HERE or on the Amazonsmile image above to select AWPGF as your charity!

The Foundation thanks you!!

PAST EVENTS!

AWPGA Mission Statement

Object of club shall be to encourage and promote the quality breeding of purebred Wirehaired Pointing Griffonsand to do all possible to bring their natural hunting qualities to perfection. To urge members and breeders toaccept the standard of the breed as approved by the AKC as the only standard of excellence by which the WirehairedPointing Griffon shall be judged. To do all in its power to protect and advance the interests of the breed by encouraging sportsmanlike competition at conformation shows, obedience trials and field events. To conduct sanctioned and licensed specialty shows, obedience trials and field events under the rules of the AKC