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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1997-07-02, Page 6a v' mi v **r<^» but PAGE 6. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, JULY 2,1997 WELCOME tolh. r > Bluewater Kennel Club's All Breed Dog Shows and Obedience Trials at the Blyth Community Centre Radford Fuels Proud to be supporting this year's Dog Show WELCOME TO BLYTH Gas & Diesel Queen St., Blyth 523-4581 Howson & Howson Ltd. Welcomes the Bluewater Kennel Club to Blyth Visit our Blyth or Wingham outlet for a full range of all brands of dog & cat food and Pet supplies Wingham Blyth (519)357-2700 (519)523-9624 9 & 10, 1997 Come watch from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. daily Admission: Adults $2.00 Children $1.00 Proceeds to Huronia Branch of the Humane Society The teacher prepares the student for the final exam, the lessons have been learned and the commands understood. It is now time to take on the competition. When more than 1100 canine entrants arrive in Blyth this week for the annual Bluewater Kennel Club All Breeds dog Show and Obedience Trials, which runs from July 8-10, they will be challenging themselves as well as their opponents to do their best in the ring. Approaching its 15th year of existence, the Blyth show continues to expand and improve upon its qualities each summer. This season, there will be several new features at the three-day show. There will be specific breed exhibitions, including show by the National Whippet Club of Canada, Great Lakes Whippet Club, Australian Cattle Dog Club of Canada and the Bouvier de Flanders Club of Canada. For the participants in the obedience trials, the competitions will run two simultaneously, throughout the event A new feature this year will be the craft show, offering the wares of 10 to 12 exhibitors with items such as dog apparel, dog toys and, for the feline lovers, cat stands. One of the most interesting for dog owners may be the herding clinic for beginners, offered by Gina McDonnell of Chcrrydale Farms, Benmiller, during the weekend prior to the Kennel Club show and trial. McDonnell, who raises Australian cattle dogs, will host the clinic July 4-5. While attending the show and trial, which draws competitors from across Canada and the United States, visitors will get a backstage look at how the animals are prepared for competition and the considerable work which goes into training the dogs. A selection of food and refreshments will be available at the campgrounds' as well as from several restaurants in the village. The park is open from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m., with admission fees set at $2 for adults and $1 for children. Any children, under 12, accompanied by an adult, are admitted free. All gate proceeds go to the Huronia Humane Society. Any profits realized from entrants' fees will be divided amongst the humane society, Canine Vision and Pet Trust at the Ontario Veterinarian College. Anyone wishing more information on the Bluewater Kennel Club All Breeds Dog Show and Obedience Trials, July 8-10 in Blyth, may contact Florence Pullen, 233- 7896. ^Cutwater ‘Jfcnnef Grand View Restaurant & Gas Bar Family dining, great coffee & homemade desserts Blyth 523-4471 FOUR PAWS ONLY Professional Pet Grooming for all Breeds of Dogs & Cats New location: Just south of Bluevale on the Centre Sideroad Call 357-3581 iSi^Craft Show and Sale July 8, 9 & 10 at Bluewater Kennel Club’s All Breed Show and Obedience Trials featuring: pet accessories, stain glass, knitting, petit point, all natural soaps, gift items & more Open Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. www.sparlings.com We are proud to be a sponsor of this year's Bluewater Kennel 1 mile south of Blyth 519.523.4595 Open 7 Days id mm And ‘Welcomes tfte ‘Bluewater Kennel Club's Dog Show to Blyth Club Dog Show Come & visit us at our booth inside the Blyth Arena ...would like to welcome The Bluewater Kennel Club Downtown Blyth Open 7 Days 519.523.4740 We've got your Energy! Blyth Flesherton Brechin Opening Sept. ’97 • Big Red Dog Food • Pro-Pet Dog Food • Collars • Leashes • Grooming Kits • Dog Runs & more to Blyth ’’Canada's Leather Centre” Auburn Co-op Cnty. Rd. #25 Auburn 526-7262 Belgrave Co-op Hwy. #4 Belgrave 357-2711 At the Old Mills we produce thousands of leather products and sell them direct to you.