Your application, sponsorship forms, signed DCA Ethical Guidelines, and correct fee must be in the hands of the Membership Committee Chair at least four (4) weeks prior to the next quarterly Board of Governor’s meeting. Please check the club calendar for the next Board of Governor’s meeting. The due date is also announced on the DCA Facebook page and member e-list. Applications and sponsor forms must be thoroughly completed and signed to be considered.
Two applicants from the same household should apply on separate forms, each with their own sponsorship forms and accompanying fee.
For applicant’s records, it is advisable to photocopy your forms before submitting them.
The four-week lead time is required to allow existing members to offer input regarding your application, for your fees to clear, and for Mrs. Benoit’s committee report creation and submission to the Board of Governors.
Applicant — Please return your material to Mrs. Benoit. Do not send it to the DCA Secretary, Treasurer, nor any other board member.
Your cooperation and attention to detail will speed the application process. We thank you.
Junior member applicants — your application is on the Junior Showmanship page under Programs on the main menu.
Review of Qualifications for Membership
A. Applicant must be 18 years of age;
B. Applicant must own or co-own a Dalmatian;
C. Applicant must be sponsored by two Dalmatian Club of America, Inc., members in good standing whose thoroughly completed forms and signatures accompany the application;
D. Applicant must sign the Dalmatian Club of America’s Ethical Guidelines, which acknowledges applicant’s familiarity with and acceptance of the Dalmatian Club of America’s Ethical Guidelines. A copy of the Ethical Guidelines is included in the Membership Application.
E. Application must be accompanied by a check or money order payable to Dalmatian Club of America, Inc. in the amount specified on the application. Payment may also be made via PayPal by using the club store, located on the DCA website under Shop / Membership / Membership – New.
First Year Membership Benefits
As a new member, you will receive a complimentary Spotter subscription during your first membership year, along with a complimentary membership directory. Should you wish to continue receiving those items in the following years, you may purchase them during the membership renewal period.
