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THE CRANBERRY CLUSTER HOSTS ANNUAL DOG SHOWS

Hundreds of dogs from Massachusetts and across the northeast will descend on Cape Cod for the annual all-breed dog show.

Hundreds of dogs from Massachusetts and across the northeast will descend on Cape Cod for the annual all-breed dog shows hosted by the CAPE COD KENNEL CLUB and SOUTH SHORE KENNEL CLUB. The shows will run Thursday through Sunday, September 10-13 at The Cape Cod Fairgrounds, Route 151, 1220 Nathan S. Ellis Highway, East Falmouth, MA 02536 beginning at 8:30 AM each day with Best in Show at approximately 4:30 pm each day.

Spectators can:

· Meet and greet more than 100 different dog breeds. Visitors can find the right breed for their lifestyle and speak with breeders and owners. (ALL DAYS)

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· Watch a special Best in Show competition just for puppies (THURS & FRI)

· Watch owner-handlers compete in a special series called the AKC National Owner-Handled Series. These exhibitors are striving for a spot in the Finals at the AKC/Eukanuba National Championship in Orlando in December. (SAT & SUN)

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· Watch Obedience and Rally competitions. Find out how to get involved or get training tips for a well behaved dog at home. (THURS-SUN)

· Listen to a New Exhibitor Briefing to learn how to get involved in shows with their dog. (SAT, 11:30 AM)

· Learn how to show a dog (FRI, after Best in Show)

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