The First Company Governor’s Foot Guard Athletic Association will be holding its 81st Annual Dog Show and Obedience Trials on February 19th at the XL Center. This AKC sanctioned show is an All breed, Obedience, and Junior Showmanship (AB/O/JSHW) event. Approximately 1,100 dogs representing over 140 different breeds from as far away as Texas, Minnesota, California, and Canada are expected to compete in the show.
This is a great family event for everyone including those who want to learn more about dog breeds, serious dog enthusiasts, and people who simply love their four legged friends. Visitors to the show get to watch the competition as well as have the opportunity to go ‘backstage’ to meet the dogs and their handlers. There will also be vendors with unique dog products present at the show.
Some of the proceeds of the show are used to fund scholarships awarded each year to pre-veterinary students at the University of Connecticut. The competition begins at 8:30 AM and will take place in the Exhibition Hall of the XL Center. Tickets can be purchased on the day of show only.
For more information visit http://www.governorsfootguard.com/dogshow and you can read more at the XL Center website.
**How to Enter**
Macaroni Kid has TWO family four packs to giveaway to dog-loving readers! I know very few kids who don't love dogs and I think getting to meet the champions in person will be great. If, like me, you are in the market for a dog but wondering about each breed, the dog show is a great way to see what type of dog could suit your family best.
To enter, e-mail me at kimm@macaronikid.com with subject "Dog Show" by Thursday, February 16th, at 5:00pm. Please include your name and phone number (the phone number is only used to contact the winner!).
Rules:
- Must be 18 or older.
- One entry per e-mail address.
- Winner will be chosen at random on Thursday, February 16th.
- Once chosen winner will have 24 hours to respond, or I will choose another winner.
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