The Cedar Rapids Kennel Assocation (CRKA) is a not for profit member club of The American Kennel Club (AKC) that has been in the Cedar Rapids area for over 75 years. CRKA's mission as set out in its constitution is:
• To further the advancement of all breeds of purebred dogs.
• To conduct events for which the club is eligible to hold under the rules and regulations of the American Kennel Club.