Orange Empire Dog Club

What We Are

Orange Empire Dog Club, Inc. is an all-breed dog club. We are a member of the American Kennel Club, and are a non-profit corporation, chartered in San Bernardino County, California. It is fitting that the largest county in geographical area in the United States is the Home Base for one of the Nation’s largest all breed dog clubs.

Who We Are

The majority of our members reside in Southern California, but our membership includes addresses from all over the United States. These several hundred people represent all walks of life, and their interest in dogs range from “just interested”, to pet owners, obedience minded, breeders, exhibitors, professional handlers, trainers and AKC licensed judges. Our common bond is a unanimous interest in purebred dogs.

Where We Are

Orange Empire Dog Club purchased five acres of property in Fontana, California in 1949. With this purchase OEDC became the first dog club of its kind to own property—and we remain one of the very few such clubs that can make that claim today. The original property was completely fenced with full perimeter parking on the grounds. It contained a large clubhouse with seating for over 100 people, and was equipped with lighting, heating, and a kitchen area. The grounds included large, grassy ring areas, equipment storage, restrooms, and a king-size barbecue area. Complete outdoor floodlighting rounded out the picture of an attractive and fully equipped location for club meetings, breed specialties, matches and other dog-oriented events

Because of the inroads of civilization, the original clubhouse and grounds were sold in 1990, and a new five acre facility was purchased in nearby Bloomington (directions). This is where the club still resides today.