A panel of volunteer judges from the veterinary college will choose the competition winners. Other, non-competitive exhibits and demonstrations also are scheduled. The rain date for the event is Saturday, Oct. 7. The event is sponsored by the Student Chapters of the American Animal Hospital Association and the American Veterinary Medical Association. Admission for children 5 or under is free.
Parking is free.
Refreshments for humans and canines will be available. Proceeds will support Second Chance Pet Adoptions, the Wake County SPCA, the Animal Cancer Treatment Program at NC State's Veterinary Teaching Hospital, and participating student clubs. Dog contestants in the Olympics must be at least four months of age and current on all vaccinations. Dogs must also be kept on leashes at all times.