The Best Purebreds Coming to Marlborough

Photo Credit: Wachusett Kennel Club

From Great Danes to Chihuahuas to Poodles, the best of the purebreds gather in Marlborough for two days this weekend at the Wachusett Kennel Club’s All-Breed Dog Show.

Taking place on Aug. 15 and 16 at the Royal Plaza Trade Center in Marlborough, the show starts at 8:30 a.m. both days and includes individual breed judging, followed by each breed competing in one of seven groups.

“Not only is this a fun activity for families but it is the perfect place to talk to breed experts about topics such as training, grooming and the right breed for your lifestyle,” said Kennel Club President President John Seeley in an announcement. “An AKC dog show is a great place to start your search for the right dog for your lifestyle and find a responsible breeder. It’s perfect for dog lovers or those who want to learn more about specific breeds they may be interested in sharing their home with in the future.”

Specific breed judging times can be found by downloading the weekend judging program from the club’s website during the week before the show: www.wachusettkc.org. Judges will fly in from all over the country, including one from Ireland, to select the best quality specimens.

Special weekend events include obedience competitions both Saturday and Sunday, a Rally trial and a “Novice Night” Obedience trial on Friday evening from 5-8 p.m, and a 4- to 6-month-old Beginner Puppy event on Sunday afternoon starting at approximately 2 p.m. Vendors will also have booths selling unique, many of them homemade, dog supplies and gifts—many items you just can’t find in retail stores.

The Friday evening event is free to the public. Admission for Saturday and Sunday is $5 for adults and $2 for children under 12, and seniors 60 and older will be admitted for free.