Labor Day Show
2025 Total Dog Regional Qualifying Event
Friday, August 29th - Monday, September 1st
Georgia National Fairgrounds - Perry, GA
8 Conformation Shows | 8 Rally Trials | 6 Weight Pulls | SPOT | 4x Total Dog RQE | Total JR
Conformation - Regular | Altered | Junior Showmanship | Non-Licensed Veteran | Non-Licensed Novice Puppy
Rally Obedience - RO1 to Master
Weight Pull - 6 Pulls on Wheels/Artificial Surface
SPOT Evaluations - Saturday & Sunday
Weight Pull Workshop & Try-its
Boxer Club Dinner
Concurrent events
Friday, August 29th - Sunday, August 31st
Nosework (Held by Southeastern American Eskimo Dog Club)
6 Trials | 2 Trials per day
Containers | Interiors | Exteriors | Vehicles
Novice - Superior
Thursday, August 28th
Poodle Specialty (Held by United Poodle Association)
Specialty Show
Licensed Conformation - Regular | Altered | Junior Showmanship
Non-Licensed Conformation - Brace | Novice Puppy | Stud Dog | Brood Bitch | Veteran
Judging Panel
Conformation | ||||||||
Friday - August 29 | Saturday - August 30 | Sunday - August 31 | Monday - September 1 | |||||
Show 1 | Show 2 | Show 1 | Show 2 | Show 1 | Show 2 | Show 1 | Show 2 | |
Junior Showmanship Terriers | Tony Raposo | Sharon Griffin | Kathy Russell | Keith Kozakiewicz | Janet Emery | Lila Fast | Kristin Block | Mary Happel |
Herding A-L | Kimberly Caines | Nancy Gallant | Tony Raposo | Sharon Griffin | Lori Sargent | Nancy Eilks | Janet Emery | Lila Fast |
Herding M-Z Guardian Northern | Nancy Gallant | Kimberly Caines | Sharon Griffin | Tony Raposo | Nancy Eilks | Lori Sargent | Lila Fast | Janet Emery |
Scenthound Sighthound Gun Dogs A-L | Kathy Russell | Keith Kozakiewicz | Nancy Gallant | Kimberly Caines | Kristin Block | Mary Happel | Nancy Eilks | Lori Sargent |
Gun Dogs M-Z | Keith Kozakiewicz | Kathy Russell | Kimberly Caines | Nancy Gallant | Mary Happel | Kristin Block | Lori Sargent | Nancy Eilks |
Companion | Sharon Griffin | Tony Raposo | Keith Kozakiewicz | Kathy Russell | Lila Fast | Janet Emery | Mary Happel | Kristin Block |
Performance | ||||||||
Rally | Polly Dake Jones (all 8 trials) / Back up Judge: Sandra Owens | |||||||
Weight Pull | Rachel Richards (all 6 pulls) / Back up Judge: Theresa Thomas | |||||||
Schedule
Conformation Event Schedule | ||||||||
Friday Aug 29th | Saturday Aug 30th | Sunday Aug 31st | Monday Sept 1st | |||||
Show 1 | Show 2 | Show 1 | Show 2 | Show 1 | Show 2 | Show 1 | Show 2 | |
DOS Entries | 7:30-8:00AM | 7:30-11:00AM | 7:30-8:00AM | 7:30-11:00AM | 7:30-8:00AM | 7:30-11:00AM | 7:30-8:00AM | 7:30-11:00AM |
Start Time | 9:00AM | After Show 1 BIS | 9:00AM | After Show 1 BIS | 9:00AM | After Show 1 BIS | 8:30AM | After Show 1 BIS |
Rally Event Schedule | ||||||||
Friday Aug 29th | Saturday Aug 30th | Sunday Aug 31st | Monday Sept 1st | |||||
Trial 1 | Trial 2 | Trial 1 | Trial 2 | Trial 1 | Trial 2 | Trial 1 | Trial 2 | |
DOS Entries | 7:30-8:00AM | 7:30-11:00AM | 7:30-8:00AM | 7:30-11:00AM | 7:30-8:00AM | 7:30-11:00AM | 7:30-8:00am | 7:30-10:00AM |
Start Time | 9:00AM | 30 min after Trial 1 | 9:00AM | 30 min after Trial 1 | 9:00AM | 30 min after Trial 1 | 8:30AM | 30 min after Trial 1 |
Weight Pull Event Schedule | ||||||
Friday Aug 29th | Saturday Aug 30th | Sunday Aug 31st | Monday Sept 1st | |||
Pull 1 | Pull 1 | Pull 2 | Pull 1 | Pull 2 | Pull 1 | |
Surface | Wheels/ Artificial | Wheels/ Artificial | Wheels/ Artificial | Wheels/ Artificial | Wheels/ Artificial | Wheels/ Artificial |
DOS Entries | 8:00-9:00AM | 8:00-9:00AM | 8:00-11:00AM | 8:00-9:00AM | 8:00-11:00AM | 7:30-8:45AM |
Weigh-In | 8:00-9:00AM | 8:00am-9:00AM | 8:00-11:00AM | 8:00-9:00AM | 8:00-11:00AM | 7:30-8:45AM |
Start Time | 10:00AM | 10:00AM | 30 min after Pull 1 | 10:00AM | 30 min after Pull 1 | 9:00AM |
Nosework Event Schedule | ||||||
Friday Aug 29th | Saturday Aug 30th | Sunday Aug 31st | ||||
Trial 1 | Trial 2 | Trial 1 | Trial 2 Show 2 | Trial 1 | Trial 2 Show 2 | |
DOS Entries | 7:30-8:00AM | 7:30-8:00AM | 7:30-8:00AM | 7:30-8:00AM | 7:30-8:00AM | 7:30-8:00AM |
Start Time | 9:00AM | Concurrent | 9:00AM | Concurrent | 9:00AM | Concurrent |
UPA Poodle Specialty Event Schedule | |
Thursday Aug 28th | |
Show 1 | |
DOS Entries | Not Available |
Start Time | 6:00PM |
Entries
MGKC offers Pre-entry and Day of Show entries for Conformation, Rally, and Weight Pull.
Take advantage of easier and faster online entries!
Create an account to save your personal information and your dog's information to your profile.
When you're logged in, entry forms will pre-fill automatically with your profile information!!!
Have multiple dogs? Submit entries for the dog saved to your profile and once you're done, return to your account and update the dog's information tab to a new dog. When you return to the entry forms, they will pre-fill with the new dog's information.
Event | Fees | ||
Pre-Entry (Jul 1st - Jul 31st) | Pre-Entry (Aug 1st - Aug 22nd) | Day of Show Entry (Aug 22nd -Sept 1st) | |
Conformation (Regular / Altered) | $25 per Show *All 8 shows, $170* | $25 per Show *All 8 shows, $190* | $33 per Show |
Non-Licensed Conformation | $15 per Show | $15 per Show | $15 per Show |
Junior Showmanship | $10 per Show | $10 per Show | $15 per Show |
Weight Pull | $25 per Pull *All 6 Pulls, $140* | $25 per Pull *All 6 Pulls, $140* | $33 per Pull |
Rally | $25 per Trial *All 8 Trials, $170* | $25 per Trial *All 8 Trials, $190* | $33 per Trial |
Rally Advanced Titles of Excellence ***Special Pricing*** | $35 per Trial (2x class) *All 8 Trials, $210* $45 per Trial (3x class) *All 8 Trials, $250* | $35 per Trial (2x class) *All 8 Trials, $230* $45 per Trial (3x class) *All 8 Trials, $270* | $43 per Trial (2x class) $53 per Trial (3x class) |
*A dog must be entered in all Shows/Trials/Pulls on one entry form to qualify for the pricing special. *Pulling an entry from one or more shows/trials/pulls before pre-entries close will invalidate special pricing. *Breeds not eligible to enter 8 shows may still use the entry price special for 7 shows instead of 8. ***Entry fees for required addtl classes a dog must enter to earn combined wins for legs towards Advanced Titles of Excellence in Rally. (Dogs must have at least a URO3 title to earn legs towards advanced titles. ) | |||
Online Pre-Entries | July 1, 2024 at 9:00AM EST - August 22,2024 at 6:00PM EST
Paper Pre-Entries | July 1, 2024 - (Received by) August 22,2024
Online entries are accepted (and our preferred entry method) for pre-entries.
Use the online entry forms below to enter. Your entry fee total will auto calculate, and you'll provide payment at the end of each entry. Payment options are Visa, Mastercard, etc.
Online entries are automatically sent to our show secretary and a copy of your entry is also automatically emailed to the address provided.
Please allow a reasonable amount of time for your confirmation to be received. Email middlegakennelclub@gmail.com if you do not receive confirmation after 24 hours.
Online entries are available for day of show entries for a limited time.
- Enter online here -
Paper entry forms are accepted for pre-entry through mail and day-of-show entry in person.
MGKC does NOT accept paper entry forms through email!!
Entries must be submitted on the latest UKC paper entry forms and are linked for your convenience.
Paper Pre-Entries
Paper pre-entries must be paired with paper check. If you wish to pay online, enter online.
Both entry and payment must be received by show secretary before pre-entries close for pre-entry pricing.
MGKC will deposit your check when received. The processing of your payment is confirmation your entry was received and processed.
We recommend mailing paper entries no later than 7-10 days before entries close.
Make Check Payable to Middle Georgia Kennel Club
Do NOT mail with signature required
Mail Entry & Payment to:
Amy Watson
458 Berryhill Dr
Box Springs, GA 31801
Paper Day of Show Entries
Do not mail your paper Day of show entries!!
We accept Check, Cash, and Credit Cards for Day of Show entries.
Day of Show entries accepted in person at our Show Operations Table during the posted times.
Online Day of Show Entries | |||||
August 22, 2024 at 9:00PM EST - August 28, 2024 at 6:00PM | |||||
Paper Day of Show Entries | |||||
Friday Aug 29th | Saturday Aug 30th | Sunday Aug 31st | Monday Sept 1st | ||
Conformation | Show 1 | 7:30-8:00AM | 7:30-8:00AM | 7:30-8:00AM | 7:30-8:00AM |
Show 2 | 7:30-10:00AM | 7:30-10:00AM | 7:30-10:00AM | 7:30-10:00AM | |
Weight Pull | Pull 1 | 8:00-9:00AM | 8:00-9:00AM | 8:00-9:00AM | 7:30-8:45AM |
Pull 2 | N/A | 8:00-11:00AM | 8:00-11:00AM | N/A | |
Rally | Trial 1 | 7:30-8:00AM | 7:30-8:00AM | 7:30-8:00AM | 7:30-8:00AM |
Trial 2 | 7:30-11:00AM | 7:30-11:00AM | 7:30-11:00AM | 7:30-10:00AM | |
Do not mail your paper Day of show entries!!
We accept Check, Cash, and Credit Cards for Day of Show entries.
Paper Day of Show entries accepted in person at our Show Operations Table during the posted times.
To correct errors, make a class change, or do a move-up before the show - complete our online Entry Correction/Class Change form. A copy of the form will automatically be emailed to you and the Show Secretary.
Please submit online form as soon as possible, but no later than August 28th
To correct errors, make a class change, or do a move-up during our show - Submit form in person, at the show operations table. View/Print UKC form
Concurrent Event Entries
Event | Fees | ||
Pre-Entry | DOS Entry | Pre-entry Specials | |
UPA Poodle Specialty | Conformation - $30 JS - $10 Non-Licensed - $20 | Not Available | N/A |
SEADA Nosework | $25 per element/trial JR Handler - $10 | $33 per element/trial JR Handler - $15 | $480, All 6 Trials (4 elements/trial) |
UPA Poodle Specialty Pre-Entries | July 1, 2024 - August 21,2024
Nosework Pre-Entries | July 1, 2024 - (Received by) August 18,2024
Online entries are accepted (and our preferred entry method) for pre-entries.
Please contact SEADA at seaedashow@yahoo.com for questions about Nosework entries.
Please contact UPA at wendybcoffey@gmail.com for questions about Poodle Specialty entries.
- Enter online here -
Entries must be submitted on the latest UKC paper entry forms and are linked for your convenience.
Paper Entries
Paper pre-entries must be paired with paper check. If you wish to pay online, enter online.
We recommend mailing paper entries no later than 7-10 days before entries close.
UPA Poodle Specialty
Make Check Payable to United Poodle Association
Do NOT mail with signature required
Mail Entry & Payment to:
Wendy Coffey
112 Timberlake Dr
Lynchburg, VA 24502
SEADA Nosework
Make Check Payable to Southeastern Eskimo Dog Association
Do NOT mail with signature required
Mail Entry & Payment to:
Michele Labuz & Krystle Pickett
4426 Shellie Lane
Oakwood, GA 30566
Paper Entry Forms
SEADA Nosework
Do not mail your paper Day of show entries!!
We accept Check, Cash, and Credit Cards for Day of Show entries.
Paper Day of Show entries accepted in person at our Show Operations Table during the posted times.
Show Location
Georgia National Fairgrounds
McGill Marketplace Building (Primary)
401 Larry Walker Parkway
Perry, GA 31069
Show is Indoors
Parking
Free Daytime Parking
Grooming & Electric
Indoor Electric Use
GA National Fairgrounds charges for electric outlet use and has rental charges for specialty converter cords to plug into their outlets.
MGKC requests the converters on behalf of exhibitors & vendors.
Exhibitors can reserve electric converters in advance or in person, at the show.
Reserve in advance to have converter available upon arrival.
Grooming Space
Check back for details.
Vendors
2024 Vendors
More info coming soon!
Concessions
The GA National Fairgrounds has a concession stand in the show building and a restaurant near the horse arenas.
Vendor Space Reservations
Reserve a vendor space today!
Photographer
Lodging
Check out Bring Fido for local Pet Friendly Hotel options.
RV/Camping
Full Hookup spots Available through GA National Fairgrounds
GNFA RV Reservations
Please direct all RV hook-up reservation questions to Georgia National Fairgrounds.
Perry RV
311 Valley Drive
Perry, GA. 31069
Tel: 478-352-0341
Campers are pet friendly and they offer free delivery to GNFA!
Fair Harbor RV Park
515 Marshallville Rd
Perry, GA 31069
Located on the same exit as the Georgia National Fairgrounds.
Phone: 478-988-8844
Email: staff@GaCampground.com
Other local options include https://crossroadstravelpark.com/
Local Veterinarians
Westmoreland & Slappey Animal Hospital
www.westmorelandah.com
100 Wes Park Dr
Perry GA 31069 US
(478) 796-8128
Smith Animal Hospital
www.smithanimalhospitalga.com
2032 N Highway 341
Perry, GA 31069
(478) 245-4706
Perry Animal Hospital (closest to GNFA)
www.perryanimalhospital.com
633 General Courtney Hodges Blvd #3281
Perry, GA 31069
(478) 210-3829
Middle Georgia Veterinary Emergency Center
4798 Russell Pkwy, Suite 100
Warner Robins, GA 31088
(478) 997-6677
Hours
Monday-Thursday 6pm to 8am
Fri 6:00pm – Mon 8:00am
All Major Holidays
Show Contacts
Show Chair
Sharon Yates
info@middlegakennelclub.com
478-335-1616
Show Secretary
Amy Watson
middlegakennelclub@gmail.com
706-580-3186