About Our Club
The Chesapeake Golden Retriever Club, Inc. is an organization whose members are united to do all in their power to protect and advance the interests of the breed by promoting responsible dog ownership, providing educational opportunities for all interested individuals, and by encouraging good sportsmanlike conduct and fair competition at all dog related events.
By joining CGRC, you’ll become part of a community deeply committed to responsible dog ownership, ethical breeding, and the welfare of Golden Retrievers – not just as pets, but as living ambassadors of the breed. Membership gives you access to educational programs on breeding, health, obedience, and conformation; promotes learning about breed-standards and best practices; and provides opportunities to volunteer or lead within Club committees for events, education, rescue, and more.
Moreover, you gain connections with fellow enthusiasts, experienced breeders, and trainers who share your interests – a great way to build friendships, exchange knowledge and resources, and support best practices for your dog.
Joining CGRC isn’t just about owning a Golden Retriever – it’s about learning, growing, and contributing to a community that cares deeply about the breed’s future.
Facebook Page
Follow our Facebook page “Chesapeake Golden Retriever Club” for more information on general events and meetings: @chesapeakegrc
Facebook Group
And join our Facebook Group CGRC Golden Time to connect with other club members, share photos, tips and updates – and celebrate all things golden!
TikTok
And on TikTok, check out “CGRC Golden Time”: @chesapeakegoldenr
Come on out and see what we are up to!
Club Management
CGRC, Inc. is governed by a Board of Directors elected from the general membership at our annual meeting in December. Members are encouraged to volunteer for all events or activities in which they wish to involve themselves. Club Committees may include: Public Education, Breeder Referral, Conformation Events, Obedience Events, Educational Programs, Membership, Nominating Committee, Rescue, Hospitality and Sunshine. Committee Chairmen are needed to coordinate large events or activities, such as the annual picnic, annual awards banquet and inter-club activities.
Principles
CGRC, Inc. will conduct sanctioned activities under the rules of the American Kennel Club, and with the guidance of the Golden Retriever Club of America.
CGRC, Inc. encourages and promotes responsible and ethical breeding of purebred Golden Retrievers, and will do everything possible to bring their natural qualities to perfection.
CGRC, Inc. encourages members and breeders to accept the American Kennel Club breed standard, as written by the Golden Retriever Club of America, as the only standard by which the Golden Retriever is judged.
CGRC, Inc. offers a variety of educational programs for the public to encourage responsible dog ownership, ethical breeding, and stimulate interest in obedience, field and conformation.
Leadership
Current CGRC Leadership Team for 2026
President – Christine Billings
Vice President – Vicky Woodruff
Corresponding Secretary – Kay Bleinberger
Recording Secretary – Julie Hopkins
Treasurer – Neil Billings
Board of Directors – Chris Saint and Julie Ellis
Governing Documents