What Clubs and Activities Is Korppret Standard Schnauzers Involved In?

Korppret Standard Schnauzers, the Tulsa, Oklahoma-based program of Dick and Judy Houskeeper, is affiliated with three clubs: the Mid Continent Kennel Club, the Standard Schnauzer Club of America (SSCA), and the Prairieland Standard Schnauzer Club. Beyond membership, the Houskeepers have held SSCA leadership roles, serve as rescue coordinators for the State of Oklahoma, and received the SSCA's Ruth Inman Award in 2010.

Club Affiliations

The site lists three affiliations for the kennel:

These affiliations matter to buyers because breed-club membership is tied to participation in events, breed standards, and codes of ethics. Korppret states that its breeding program follows the SSCA Breed Standard and the Code of Ethics of both the SSCA and the AKC.

Leadership and Service Roles

The Houskeepers' involvement goes beyond membership:

• Publications Chair: Judy and Dick served 18 years in this SSCA role.
• SSCA Board: Judy has served on the board of the Standard Schnauzer Club of America.
• National Specialties: Judy has helped with National Specialty events.
• Rescue coordination: Both are rescue coordinators for the State of Oklahoma.

For someone evaluating a breeder, these roles are a concrete signal of long-term engagement with the breed community rather than a one-time membership.

Recognition: The Ruth Inman Award

In 2010, Dick and Judy received the Ruth Inman Award at the National Specialty held in Ventura, California. The site describes it as a prestigious SSCA honor. The award is a verifiable point of recognition within the national breed club, and it aligns with the service record above.

Activities the Breed Club Supports

The site notes that the SSCA offers many venues for owners to enjoy their dogs with, including:

• Agility
• Barn Hunt
• Conformation
• Dock Diving
• Farm Dog
• Fast Cat
• Herding
• Nose Work
• Obedience
• Tracking
• Therapy

This list is useful context for prospective owners: it shows the range of activities a Standard Schnauzer can participate in through club structures, and it reflects the kind of community the Houskeepers are part of.

What This Means for a Prospective Buyer

If club involvement and breed-community service are part of how you judge a breeder, Korppret's record is specific and checkable: three named clubs, an 18-year SSCA publications role, board service, state rescue coordination, and a 2010 national award. You can confirm club membership and award history through the SSCA and the named clubs. For direct questions, the site provides the contact email [email protected].