Charity Dog Show?

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Dizzy socks

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Firstly, sorry if this turns into a bit of an essay (Which is what I actually should've be writing right now :/!)

I am really interested in the idea of holding a charity dog show, to raise money for a local charity! I did plan to last year, but never actually got started.

What I would be looking to do:

1. Venue.
I was thinking of asking to hire the large outdoor arena of a local livery yard. It is large enough to be split to at least 3 sections, so 2 judging rings and an agility ring. I would be looking to use posts and tape to separate.

2. Classes.
I was thinking along these lines, although obviously room for change. Just for fun, so no proper pedigree classes. I don't like the idea of a KC license for that (among other) reason.
-Prettiest bitch
-Most Handsome Dog
-Puppy (6-12 months)
-Waggiest Tail
-Dog most like owner
-OAP (9 years and over, 7 for larger breeds)
-Child handler (Under 14)
-Most Appealing Eyes
-Dog the judge would like to take home
-Best brace (2 or more dogs together)

-Clear Round agility

I was thinking a price of £1, with up to 2 agility rounds per dog?


3. Insurance.
I understand public liability is a must?


4. Amenities.
Was thinking Portaloos, and possibly trade stands if any wish to attend? Also strategically placed water bowls. Rosettes for 1st to 4th place. Numbers with safety pins.

5.
Prizes.
Hopefully nearby shops would be willing to donate prizes. Would also look at having a cup or two engraved.

6. Advertising.
Local newsletter, tack shops and feed merchants as well as pet shops. Online via social media.

Hoping a very large megaphone would suffice for announcements!


Feel l I must have forgotten a lot, so fire away ideas!
 
It may be a good idea to use sheep hurdles or the orange plastic safety fencing or something like that to separate the rings, just incase a dog becomes loose and doesn't recall very well, you'd want fencing good enough so that the dog can't escape the ring. :)
 
if you register your show with the kennel club as a companion dog show they will provide insurance cover for your event for just £10
 
Paint Me Proud said:
if you register your show with the kennel club as a companion dog show they will provide insurance cover for your event for just £10
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then you have to follow their rules and that is a nightmare, spent many years organising dog shows, stopped doing oap classes as people turn up with 16,17,18 year old dogs that just want to lie at home and die but they drag them out to get a prize,

fastest sausage eater was always popular, have a start and finish line and half way between them lay a hot dog sausage on the ground, they run up to it (with the dog on the lead) stop still whilst the dog east ALL of the sausage and then it is the first over the finish line.

best condition is a good one too, best trick, best rescue you could go on for ever
 
Ok, thanks. I have to admit, looking into KC licensing, I don't really wish to follow all their rules. If it is a success then maybe next year.

Those other classes are a great idea, will add them to the list. Would you set a maximum age limit for OAPs?
 
Dizzy socks said:
Ok, thanks. I have to admit, looking into KC licensing, I don't really wish to follow all their rules. If it is a success then maybe next year.

Those other classes are a great idea, will add them to the list. Would you set a maximum age limit for OAPs?
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we just did best condition and if you have an oldie that is in great condition for their age we used to give a bottle of wine
 
There is a google group for fun dog shows. It may be worth joining and posting there as I am sure it's a place full of helpful ideas
 
Google groups are a bit like the forum but you get messages via email. There are groups for most areas of interest. The fun dog shows group is quite active and also has a data base of up and coming shows
 
the mesh fencing is £22 for 50m 0n ebay,I am sure you could re-sell after the event.
our local equestrian center has toilets already.

the 2 local fun shows that I have attended with the most people turn out have been in parks, in town on bank holidays, very easily accessible for people to stroll along to.
 
We run one at the local agricultural show and tbh they don't make a huge amount of money, despite the huge amount of footfall and captive audience, but they are fun! We make more money out of asking for a couple of sponsors (local vet/dog trainer/pet shop) than out of the classes themselves so I would explore this option.
 
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