EVENT CHAIR
For information about this event,
please contact David Arthur through
the Contact page.
Make sure to check this page
regularly for updates.
GENERAL NOTICES
Make sure to read these notices
regarding the guidelines necessary
to deliver an enjoyable, safe, and
satisfying event. Remember, being
a good neighbor is a major portion of
responsible dog ownership.
LEASHES REQUIRED
All dogs are required to be on-leash
while on the show site, except when
crated. This is both an AKC and
Armco Park rule.
The park has other rules as well, so
please take a moment and [CLICK
HERE] to familiarize yourself with
what they require.
NO CONE ZONE
There is no reserved parking, except
for the show workers and specific
vendors. Therefore, do not place
cones in the parking areas to
reserve parking or other space,
especially overnight. If found, they
will be confiscated and you may
recover them at the Club Table for a
$25 cone placing penalty and
recovery fee!
DOGS LEFT IN ENCLOSED
VEHICLES
This is a Canine health and safety
issue, so, if you leave your dog(s) in
an enclosed vehicle, we will use
whatever means are necessary to
extract them if they are in distress.
Therefore, do not leave your dog(s)
unattended in an enclosed vehicle.
PLEASE PICK UP AFTER
YOUR DOG!
We are guests of Armco Park, so
please show respect for the show
site, our club, and your fellow
exhibitors by cleaning up after your
dog(s).
RINGSIDE CRATING
If you’re bringing crates or an
exercise pen for your dog, please be
mindful to not block walkways,
vendors, the events, or our
administrative areas. Also, please
do not leave your dog(s) unattended
for long periods of time.
LOST OR ABANDONED
EQUIPMENT
Please mark all your equipment with
your name and phone number, and
ensure you have all your equipment
with you when you leave at the end
of the shows. We will run a “Lost &
Found” at the Club Table during the
events and will do our best during
show hours to find you to return your
items. This, of course, will depend
on if you have marked your name
and phone number on them.
Anything left after the show closes
on Monday, September 9th, will be
considered a very thoughtful
donation to our club.
Notice: WCKC takes no
responsibility for lost or stolen items.
SHOW VET
Dr. Linda Meakin is the official Show
Vet and will have a booth onsite both
days for emergency services.
There is also an on-call and after
hours emergency clinic near South
Dayton:
MedVet
2714 Springboro W Rd.
Moraine, OH 45439
987-293-2714
UNALTERED FEMALE DOGS
While the conformation ring does not
restrict female dogs in-season,
performance events do. Therefore,
if your female dog has not been
spayed and is actively in-season, we
can not allow her to participate. All
female dogs will be checked prior to
performing Fast CAT.
There are also other events in the
local area you might enjoy visiting
that are hosted by our fellow kennel
clubs. One small caution, unless
entered, please do not bring dogs to
these events…I’m sure you
understand.
Clermont County Kennel Club
Conformation Shows
On Saturday and Sunday,
September 7th and 8th, Clermont
County Kennel Club will host their
annual conformation shows at the
fairgrounds in Xenia Ohio. If you’re
curious about what it’s like to
experience a real AKC dog show,
once you’re done having a fun time
hanging out at Dog-OH-Rama, head
over to Xenia and see the shows.
[CLICK HERE] for more information.
Southwestern Ohio Dog
Training Club
The SODTC will host two days of
competitive obedience on
September 7th and 8th. While open
to any and all dogs, it is a pre-entry
event if you wish to compete.
[CLICK HERE] for more information.
Fun, Food, and Frivolity
Are you or your dog looking for something to do together? Is the usual walk around the
neighborhood getting you nowhere? Has your dog taken up the habit of barking and digging in
the yard out of boredom? Could it be that you and your dog just need a little more bonding time
or a few days of plain ole’ fun? If you answered yes to any of these, we have the answer for you!
On September 6th through the 9th, Warren County Kennel Club in conjunction with The German
Shepherd Dog Club of Greater Cincinnati presents “Dog-OH-Rama”. During this four-day set of
events we will host plenty of opportunities that both you and your dog are all but guaranteed to
enjoy.
What sort of things will we do? Here’s the list of family friendly fun we have in store.
All Dogs Are Welcome
Your dog doesn’t have to be a registered purebred to participate in AKC performance events.
AKC only limits conformation to registered purebred dogs, while all dogs of any pedigree have
the ability to participate in AKC sports and events, to include those offered at Dog-OH-Rama.
They may even earn official AKC titles and certifications, just like their registered purebred
cousins. There are three pathways to participation…
•
If your dog is an AKC registered purebred, simply apply their registration number to all event
entries.
•
If your dog is purebred, but registered with another registry or is not registered at all, you can
obtain a Purebred Alternative Listing (PAL) number. [Click Here] for more information and to
register.
•
If your dog is a mixed breed, you will need to enroll your dog in the AKC Canine Partners™
Program. [Click Here] for more information and to enroll.
Either way, all dogs are invited to participate in the fun.
Event Location
The show site is Armco Park at 1267 N State Route 741, Lebanon, OH 45036.
Fast CAT
Once again we’re going to offer Fast CAT at this year’s show. So, if your dog is into lure
coursing, or maybe just likes to run around your yard, consider entering the Fast CAT event held
in the field just Northeast of the hotel complex. [CLICK HERE] for more information about Fast
CAT.
To pre-enter this event…
Farm Dog and Fetch Certifications
Your dog may be a wonderful companion in your local neighborhood. But how would they
respond to being in a more rural environment with cows, horses, chickens, and other barnyard
situations? This event can answer that question. [CLICK HERE] for more information.
Fetch is a new AKC certification is a pass-fail noncompetitive test. There are four levels (Novice,
Intermediate, Advanced, and Retriever) based on your dog’s ability to retrieve. So, while you
may not have a newspaper or slippers to “fetch”, your dog may be able to bring back a new title.
[CLICK HERE] for more information.
To pre-enter, click here…
Trick Dog
Your dog may be able to sit, stay, or lie down on command, but can they also do a high five or
play dead? Good news, AKC has a certificate to celebrate the work you and your dog have done
in training those tricks. [CLICK HERE] for more information.
Canine Good Citizen Test
Because we live in a “two-legged world”, our four-legged companions must fit in and interact with
gentle confidence and a well-behaved manner. This takes time and training from their
responsible owners to help them be the best they can be. The Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Test
is AKC’s way to recognize and reward the work both the owner and their dog both have put into
becoming a good citizen. [CLICK HERE] for more information.
Temperament Test
Is your canine companion stable, inquisitive, cooperative, and appropriately social? The AKC
instituted this program to recognize those traits in relation to each breed and their historic nature.
[CLICK HERE] for more information.
Microchips
If your pup isn’t microchipped yet, make sure to stop by Dr. Meakin’s booth to get one. These
microchips align with AKC’s Reunite program, providing extra security for your pet to find its way
back to you if lost. For more information on AKC Reunite, [CLICK HERE].
Vendors
If you’re a vendor looking for a good event in which to sell your wares, we have the venue for
you. There are no specified vendor spots, so you can spread out your wares as you
wish…within the limits of the park, of course. And all we ask is a $25 donation.
To contact David Arthur, Event Chair, for additional information [CLICK HERE].
To book a vendor space…
Advertising
Are you looking for a good way to promote your dog or kennel. Or, maybe you just want to brag
about your dog-related business. No matter what your reason, consider placing a banner or sign
at our event.
To make a submission, all ads must be print ready and the deadline is August 16, 2024. The
rates are:
•
8.5 X 11.0 inches (At registration booth) = $10
•
36” X 36” Sign = $25
•
4 ft Banner = $50
•
Banner Greater than 4 ft = Contact Advertising Chair for pricing.
To reserve an advertisement…
Miscellaneous Payments
If you need to pay for a service not previously covered, or just want to make a kind donation to
the club, please use the button below…with our greatest appreciation, of course.
To make a payment…
REFUNDS
Each vendor or event provider has their own refund policies. Therefore, all refund
determinations are handled by the event provider. WCKC is not responsible to obtain refunds for
exhibitors and cannot issue them directly from the club.
UNATTENDED CHILDREN WARNING
Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult at all times when on the show grounds.
Children left unattended will be given a double espresso and a free puppy of our choosing before
being returned to their parents…
“A well-trained dog will not attempt to share your lunch. He will just make you
feel so guilty you cannot enjoy it.”
Helen Thomson, Australian Actress
© Warren County Kennel Club of Ohio, Inc., Lebanon Ohio, All Rights Reserved!
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