Charity to Host Summer Show with a Difference
Looking for a fun day out for all the family? Come along to a summer show with a difference in Broughton, near Brigg!
Jerry Green Dog Rescue is hosting a dog-themed summer show at its North Lincolnshire centre in Broughton, on Sunday 12th July from 11.30am to 4.30pm. It’s only £1 entry per adult and under-16s go free.
The event will have a fun dog show, dog agility demonstrations by Field Of Dreams Dog Training team and scent-work demonstrations by Morag Heirs of Well Connected Canine and the Humberside Police Dog Section. Dog owners are welcome to have a go at agility with their dogs too.
The fun dog show will feature 10 different classes, including Junior Jerry’s: Child Handler, Best Veteran (eight years plus), Coolest Pup (16 weeks to one year) and Best Fancy Dress. Entries will be taken from 11.30am on the day and cost £1 per dog, per class. Judging will begin at midday.
The kids’ activity zone will keep little ones entertained, with an opportunity to meet Elsa from Frozen, during the princess parties. There are activities to teach them about dog body language and behaviour; there will also be colouring in competitions, educational games and a chance to make treat boxes for the rescue dogs. Children can also have a go at scanning Cindy the stuffed dog to learn about micro-chipping.
Visitors are invited to get involved in the rescue dog walkabout and take a look at various stalls selling dog treats, plants, jewellery, fresh fruit and vegetables and much more.
People who don’t have a dog can find out more about the rescue dogs currently looking for a forever home and relax with a choice of hot or cold food and drinks at the various catering areas run by Winterton Lions, Crosby One WI, Veggies Catering and Holly Beans Gourmet Coffee.
“Whether you’re a dog owner or not, our summer show has something for everyone,” said Rebecca Issott, Centre Manager for Jerry Green Dog Rescue. “This year our team is excited to welcome both old and new visitors to what we hope will be our best event to date. If you are interested in having a trade or craft table contact us for more information or a booking form.”
“You can speak to our friendly team about rehoming a dog, take a look at our stalls and enter your pet into the dog show – all this for just £1 entry!
“All the proceeds will help us to look after rescue dogs in our care before finding them the perfect new home.”
The charity is hosting summer events across all of its centres. Other events will take place on Sunday 21st June at the North Yorkshire centre in Thirsk, Sunday 16th August at the South Lincolnshire centre in Algarkirk, Sunday 23rd August at the newly built Nottinghamshire centre in Blidworth and Sunday 27th September at the East Yorkshire centre in Gilberdyke.
For more information about any of the Jerry Green Dog Rescue summer shows or to book space for your trade or craft stall at the Broughton centre, contact the team on fundraising@jerrygreendogs.org.uk or call 01652 657820.
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Members of the media are welcome to attend on the day. Please confirm your attendance with Kerri Saxby 01522 528 540.
Notes to editors:
• Jerry Green Dog Rescue, Broughton, North Lincolnshire, DN20 0BJ
• Jerry Green Dog Rescue was founded in 1961 in Broughton, Lincolnshire and is now one of the UK’s largest dog rescue charities.
• Jerry Green Dog Rescue has a caring ethos which puts the dogs in its care at the centre of everything it does. It also operates a policy whereby prospective adopters are introduced to dogs in a neutral environment away from the kennel, resulting in less stress for the dog and increasing the chances of permanent homes being found.
• The adoption process at Jerry Green Dog Rescue involves a number of introductory visits and the rehoming team provide pre and post adoption support to ensure the move to the dog’s new home is as smooth as possible.
• The charity receives no Government or National Lottery funding. This means it is dependent on the generosity of public and corporate donors/sponsors.
For media information please contact:
Kerri Saxby
Shooting Star
01522 528540
kerri@weareshootingstar.co.uk
