Welcome to
The Labrador Retriever Club
Of The Potomac Inc.
The Labrador Retriever Club
of the Potomac Inc.
The Labrador Retriever Club of the Potomac, Inc. was formed to combine the efforts of area breeders, exhibitors, and owners in protecting and promoting our fine breed, the Labrador Retriever.
Spring Specialty Show
Tuesday, April 7, through Friday, April 10, 2026
Home of the world’s largest Labrador Retriever dog show, known to fanciers simply as “The Potomac.”
Over 1,000 Labradors along with owners, handlers, and spectators descend on Frederick, Maryland every spring to gather in celebration of this most popular breed.
“The Potomac” was awarded Best Specialty Show by Purina Pro Plan & Dog News magazine!
COUNTDOWN TO THE SPRING SPECIALTY
Come join us at the March Match
Saturday, March 7, 2026 at Breakaway Action Dogs
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Labrador
Retriever
The Labrador breed was originally developed to retrieve game for the hunter. Many dogs love to retrieve.
versatile labs
The Labrador is a very versatile breed – family companion, hunting partner, helper dogs for the disabled, detector dogs for the military and law enforcement, and capable of competing with the best in many different venues.
In addition to spring and fall specialty shows, the LRCP also hosts retriever hunt tests, obedience and rally trials, CGC and Trick Dog testing, plus informal matches.
