What's On: July 2010 Archives

Zak shows how it's done around the agility course

The dogs of Bishopthorpe were out in force on Sunday, as they and their owners converged on St Andrews Church for the Bishopthorpe Fun Dog Show.
There were six show classes to compete in, so if 'cutest pup' didn't quite suit your dog there was always 'best turned out pair' or 'best six legs'. There were some notably creative entries for 'dog most like the handler', and some sob-stories to go with 'best rehomed dog', but the most popular class was 'the dog the judges would like to take home' - perhaps in the hope that they would!
Ebor Dog Training gave exciting displays of dog agility and dog handling, and Hearing Dogs for the Deaf gave a thought-provoking demonstration of how their trained dogs can make a real difference to the lives of deaf people.
So with fine weather, well-behaved dogs (and owners), good competition, and fresh strawberries on hand, a good day was had by all.

Here are a few more pictures of the day...
 

Want a great afternoon out with your dog and the family without it costing a fortune?

On Sunday 11th July, Bishopthorpe is holding a fun dog show on the grassed area at the side of St Andrew's Church.
The show will be opened at 2.00pm by Radio York's Julia Booth and her dog Honey. As well as competitions to enter for you and your dog, there will be displays by Hearing Dogs for Deaf People and Ebor Dog Training Agility Team.

Hearing Dogs, Border Collie Rescue, and the RSPCA will be in attendance, and there's even a stall selling freshly picked strawberries.

You can also pick up free information regarding choosing a dog, the law relating to dog ownership, and advice on dog training.

So come along on the 11th. All proceeds wil be donated to Hearing Dogs for Deaf People and St Andrew's Church.