For the second year in a row, as part of the College’s May Open Day, Animal Care students at Newbury College are organising a charity dog show which will take place on Saturday 16 May. Dog owners are invited to enter their beautiful pooches, with all proceeds raised at the event going to the National Dogs Trust and RSPCA.
There will be six categories at the competition: most obedient, best groomed, most accurate on an obstacle course, cutest big dog, cutest little dog, and waggiest tail. The winning dog of each category will receive a rosette for their achievements. Members of the public are welcome to attend to spectate and those looking to bring along their dogs to compete should register on the College’s website.
The students are organising the event as part of their ‘Skills Project’. The Skills Project helps learners put into practice skills they have learnt on their course. Skills Project co-ordinator, Sian Ellis, who has helped the students organise the event said, “Following last year’s successful Dog Show, the Animal Care students are aiming to raise even more money for charity this year, whilst embracing their love of animals. The event will also build on their vocational skills and prepare them for future employment”.
To register your dog to take part please visit the Newbury College website by Saturday 2 May. There is a charge of £2 per dog to be paid on the day.
Founded in 1891, Dogs Trust is the largest dog welfare charity in the UK. Their mission is to bring about the day when all dogs can enjoy a happy life, free from the threat of unnecessary destruction. Each year they care for around 16,000 dogs at their nationwide network of 18 Rehoming Centres.