Sioux Valley Kennel Club Dog Show
May 14-15
Le Mars, Iowa
Located at the Plymouth County Fair Grounds in Le Mars, Iowa
Beins at 9 am both days
Come and enjoy watching over 120 breeds of dogs, many that you only get to see on tv! Each day's events is a separate dog show, with the end being one dog being selected "Best in Show" and "High in Trial." Classes begin at 9am and end approximately 4pm. Parking is $2, admission is FREE!
Saturday, the SVKC will host its annual puppy show, come and enjoy the puppies strut their stuff on Saturday. One puppy will be crowned "Best Puppy in Show" at the end of the day.
Attending an AKC dog show is a wonderful opportunity to educate yourself by talking to responsible owners and breeders of dogs. Selecting a pet, whether through the purchasing of one through a reputable breeder, or adopting one from a rescue, is an important decision that should be well thought out. You're bringing in a new member of your family that will be there 10-15 years! You want your dog's traits and personality to match your needs. Questions to ask: How much exercise does this breed require? How much grooming? How good are they with children? How easy/difficult are they to train? What are their health issues? Selecting a dog just because they're "cute" often results in misery for the dog and for the family!
Someplace-maybe on the dog show link, please put in the etiquette for dog shows:
Dog show etiquette
- Dogs that are accustomed to shows are generally well-socialized with other dogs and have good manners with people. However, in the interests of courtesy and edification …
- Always ask before petting.
- Always approach the dog from the front.
- Make a fist and extend your hand for sniffing before you pet. Make sure your hands are clean.
- Keep food out of reach. (Children carrying snacks or wearing ice cream are likely to get licked.)
- Don’t block the entrance to the show rings.
- Wait until after the class to ask questions and pet the dog.
- Children in strollers are at face level with large dogs, so watch out for quick tongues and bruising tails.
- Visit the education booth for information about purebred dogs, dog shows, performance events, etc.
- Leave your pet at home; unentered dogs are not allowed on the grounds.
For more information, please contact Steph Anderson
402-494-8627
