From Terriers to Labs, Ag Fair Brings Out Best In Show
Ranger makes a grand entrance to the dog show.
Ranger makes a grand entrance to the dog show.
Rosie sits at attention, while handler Beckett stands.
Rosie sits at attention, while handler Beckett stands.
Taeko Thomson is all cheers as she and her brother Moses showcase their dog Pep.
Taeko Thomson is all cheers as she and her brother Moses showcase their dog Pep.
Benjamin Piekarski and Anna Ruiz march with Hunter.
Benjamin Piekarski and Anna Ruiz march with Hunter.
Chester won a blue ribbon and congratulations from Paul Doherty, David Behnke, and Cooper.
Chester won a blue ribbon and congratulations from Paul Doherty, David Behnke, and Cooper.
Hugs for Stella from Gwendolyn Jarrell on her blue ribbon prize.
Hugs for Stella from Gwendolyn Jarrell on her blue ribbon prize.
Rosie the bassett hound with Abigail Richter.
Rosie the bassett hound with Abigail Richter.
Henry the Bernese mountain dog.
Henry the Bernese mountain dog.
Omen Bolin shows off Theo.
Omen Bolin shows off Theo.
Tazmen Strom with dog Leo are ready to walk the walk.
Tazmen Strom with dog Leo are ready to walk the walk.
Ellery Reitzas gets a paw up from Angus.
Ellery Reitzas gets a paw up from Angus.
Joel DeRoche, Joanne Cassidy, Mabel and Georgia celebrate Dixie's best in show.
Joel DeRoche, Joanne Cassidy, Mabel and Georgia celebrate Dixie's best in show.
Sunday brought the dog show to the Ag Fair, and most of the early arrivals had canine companions in tow. Barks pierced the air as owners discussed their breeds. Handlers received last minute advice and double checked their treat supplies. As the pets made their way around the ring, the judges looked on, spoke with the handlers and interacted with the dogs. They awarded ribbons based on temperament, appearance and more intangible factors, like the stories shared by handlers.