Registration forms are available from the clinic. The event is intended to increase awareness of the Montana Family Practice Residency in Billings, promote exercise as part of a healthy lifestyle and raise money for the clinic, which serves a primarily low-income population. The Yellowstone Valley Kennel Club stages its annual all-breed dog show Tuesday and Wednesday on the football field beside Lockwood School. The competition, sanctioned by the American Kennel Club, is expected to attract 390 dogs, representing 90 different breeds. The show usually attracts some of the top winning dogs in the country, according to Sheila Frederick, the show chairman and vice president of the local club.
Judges are from Florida, Virginia, Minnesota and Billings.
Conformation and obedience judging begins at 9 a.m. each morning. A best puppy in the show will be chosen on Tuesday. Only AKC registered dogs are allowed to compete. Dogs are not allowed on the show grounds unless they are entered in the competition. The events are free to spectators.