PetFest to Host Frisbee Dog Competition
PetFest January 18 10am-4pm at Markham Park!
(PRWEB) January 6, 2003
Sunrise, FL -- Purina Mighty Dog will present the US Open Frisbee Dog Championships at Pet Fest Saturday, January 18, 10am - 4 pm. Markham Park, Tradewinds Farm Hands, Publix Supermarkets, Broward County Parks & Recreation, and Disc-Connected K9's all predict “a howling good time”.
The judges of the US Open include Alex Stein, originator of the sport/owner of Ashley Whippet, the first Frisbee Dog competitor, the first world champion, and one of two dogs in the history of the sport to win the world championship three times. There will also be a novice-level competition for local dogs to compete. Registration is $10/team, and begins at 9:30 am. Competition runs from 11 am – 4 pm. Additional information available at www. k9frisbee. com
The public is invited, along with their friendly, furry family members (on leash). Looking for a pet? PetFest events include adoptions, animal rescue groups, a flyball tournament, a low-cost microchip clinic, entertainment, raffle prizes, animal-themed exhibitors and vendors, food and beverages for sale, and more. Donations to the event assist Broward CountyÂ’s stray, abandoned, and injured animals through the promotion of adoption, spaying and neutering, and health care.
PetFest admission is free, but the parkÂ’s regular weekend gate entrance fee of $1/person (children 5 and under free) will be in effect. Markham Park is located at 16001 West State Road 84, in Sunrise (954) 389 - 2000 . PetFest will be located in Pavilions #5 and #6 and in the courtyard.
For sponsor, vendor or additional information, call (954) 926 - 2419.
