WELCOME FUTURITY

The International Beagle Hare Futurity (IBHF) evolved into existence in 1974. The object of the IBHF is to encourage the improvement of the beagle breed. The idea came about when a group of New York and Vermont beaglers were assembled at a meeting and began discussing ways that the breeders, not just the owners, could gain more recognition.
     The IBHF was off to a good start but as with anything, there were growing pains. Adjustments of the IBHF have been made over the years to help gain acceptance of the organization from Beagle breeders and owners throughout the United States and Canada.
     As the IBHF became a reality, it rotated from one club to another. The first trial was held in Spacetown, NH, then No. Hampton-Russel, MA - Vermont B.C., VT - Salmon Falls, ME - Cornwall, Ont. Canada. These trials varied in numbers, Summer or Fall, and in 1982 the governing board felt the IBHF should have a permanent home. The IBHF had grown from 12 starters in 1978. Vermont Beagle Club was chosen because it was the most centrally located with adequate facilities.
     Since then it has grown into The Event fo the Year - some compare it with the Kentucky Derby or the World Series. Futurity Trials now enjoy over 200 starters for the weekend event. The Futurity is alternated between Clubs.
    If your Club is interested in hosting The Futurity contact me. You do not need to be a member of any LPH club or association to register a litter with the Futurity, or enter a Futurity registered hound in the annual Futurity Trial. Click on the Litter Registration Forms button to learn more.