Second Annual Meet the Breeds Showcase
York County Kennel Club of Maine, Pine Tree State Doberman Pinscher Club, Vacationland Dog Club and Saccarappa Obedience Club join forces to host the Second Annual Meet the Breeds Showcase on Sunday, March 25, 2007, at the Saco Community Center (formerly called the Saco Armory) from 1 pm to 4 pm. Admission is free and there is ample parking around the facility.
Whether you’re looking for your first dog or maybe haven’t owned one in a while, Meet the Breeds is a good place to start your search. Many people choose dogs with their hearts, on a whim or worse, based on a dog they saw in a movie. Dog ownership is a 10 to 20 year commitment not to be taken lightly. Educating yourself on the different breeds available will help you find that compatible dog and prevent an incompatible dog from ending up in the local animal shelters or rescue organizations.
Our goal is to offer the public an opportunity to learn about the various dog breeds, see them in the flesh and fur and speak with people who know them best. We’ve gathered dog breeders, handlers, trainers as well as breed and rescue organizations under one roof and set them up in booths so visitors can easily find the dogs they want to learn more about. In addition to booth displays, we present several dog-related programs during the afternoon such as obedience and agility demonstrations. And we’re even holding a contest for the best decorated booths by individuals and organizations that visitors can vote on.
Exhibitors are there at their own expense to answer questions you have about their particular breeds. They may have one or more of their dogs present but no puppies or dogs are for sale at this event! This is an information only event, literature and contact information will be available for you to take so you may continue your search for the perfect canine family member.
For directions and questions to ask yourself before getting a dog, please visit the Meet the Breeds Showcase site at http://www.yorkcountykennelclub.homestead.com/showtime.html or you may contact our coordinator at missque@gwi.net.
