2017 Golden Gate Kennel Club Dog Show
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Dog lovers of all ages will not want to miss the upcoming annual Golden Gate Kennel Club (GGKC) dog show - the west’s premier “benched” show. A benched show offers attendees a chance to meet and get to know the dogs on special “benches” organized by breed.
Showcasing over 175 breeds, with 1500 entries a day, the GGKC event is an exciting and unique event for dog lovers who will have a rare opportunity at this “benched” show to learn about and get to know hundreds of breeds of dogs, all in one location over two days. If you’re a Dalmatian lover, a French bulldog fanatic or you just want to learn more about a particular breed, this is the event to attend. Every type of breed including sporting breeds (Retrievers), working breeds (Bernese Mountain dogs), terrier breeds (Irish Terriers), toy breeds (Italian Greyhounds), and non-sporting breeds (Dalmatians) will be there.
HIGHLIGHTS:
* A RARE, BENCHED SHOW –one of only three in the nation, providing a great opportunity for all ages to meet the dogs themselves and learn about hundreds of amazing breeds -- prizes for Best in Show each day!
* OVER 175 BREEDS in the North and South Halls of the main building and in the lower buildings on the Cow Palace grounds.
* REMARKABLE RARE BREEDS - Mudi, a herding breed from Hungary; the Transylvanian Hound from Hungary; the Thai Ridgeback & the Biewer Terrier, among others.
* SHOW DOG TRIALS in the main arena each day.
* ALL BREED FASHION SHOW! – owners style their dog and walk the runway, with judging based on originality, high style, humorous and breed heritage. Cash prize!
* RESCUE ORGANIZATIONS are on site to help guide you in your search for a rescue dog.
* BEST PUPPY IN SHOW contest –cash prize awarded.
* SPECTACULAR FLY BALL DEMOS!