Mission Statement

IFDCO's mission is to provide information and education to kennel clubs in Illinois and their members, dog owners, rescue community, and elected officials so that legislation and regulation will promote the health and well-being, appropriate care of all dogs, protect the rights and responsibilities of dog owners and breeders, and support responsible dog ownership.

Illinois Federation of

Dog Clubs and Owners:

Defending Dog Ownership

Officers:

President:   Steve Hayden

Vice-President:   Michele Kasten  

Recording Secretary:  Gina Schag

Corresponding Secretary:  Patricia McCann 

Treasurer:   Lisa Hills 

Board of Directors:

South:       Mary Jo Trimble    

West:         Elaine Wallace  

North:        Mildred Bartlett

North:        Margo Milde   

East:         Jean Fisher     

Oct 22, 2011 IFDCO Awards

IL Senator Pamela Althoff (R) from Crystal Lake

Illinois Legislator of the Year

IFDCO President Steve Hayden, Il Senator Pamerla Althoff, and IFDCO Vice President Michele Kasten  (l to r)