OÑATE TRAIL DOG FANCIERS DOG SHOWS — The association’s inaugural all-breed dog show is 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, DEC. 5-6, at El Paso County Coliseum, open to the more than 150 breeds and varieties of dogs recognized by the American Kennel Club. Admission is free. Information: 626-9975, 241-2641 or otdfa.org.
The competition tests the dog’s form against the breed “Ideal Dog.” Also held is an AKC Rally and Obedience Trials. All competition is in show rings under judges. Points awarded and count toward the dog’s championship.
Children 9 to 18 can compete with others their own age at various AKC events. Juniors competing in conformation events are judged on how they present their dogs.
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Onate Trail Dog Fanciers Dog Shows
Saturday, December 5, 2009
Time: 9 am to 6 pm
