The excitement is brewing up as El Drako Kennels goes into full gear for the much anticipated event in Saipan this year\u2014the Spikes & Chains V1 Fest 2012: Saipan Bully and All Breeds of Dog Show.<\/p>\n
Everyone is invited to bite into the action when Spikes & Chains takes off on July 8, 2012, at the Filcom Pavillion grounds in Susupe. Highlights of the event include a bully\/ dog show and bike show that will a bit of everything for all ages. Doors will open at 2pm while the show itself will start at 3pm. Entrance fee is only $2 and children 7 years old and below are free. <\/p>\n
The American Bully and Dog Show will feature all kinds of breeds with different categories for Papered American Bully, Non-Papered American Bully, and APBT (American PitBull Terrier) and all kinds of breeds in the Fun Show. Dogs will be categorized under pocket, standard, and XL.<\/p>\n
Points will be given to every winner, until they earn enough number of points to be declared champion or grand champion, which they will earn through a series of show or challenges they will participate in.<\/p>\n
The idea behind opening the show to all dog breeds and not just to American Bullies is to give all proud dog owners and lovers a chance to show off their pets. <\/p>\n
Showing off dogs may seem like nothing more than a beauty pageant. However, a dog show is a process of judging each dog to determine which one conforms most closely to written standards. These standards include specification of structure, temperament and movement. <\/p>\n
Just a few reminders to interested participants: Dog owners will be responsible for their pets and should maintain cleanliness in their designated areas or their entry will be disqualified. Face-to-face encounters among dogs is discouraged to avoid possible dog brawls. Available booths for kennel owners is on a first-come, first-served basis. Certificates for all entries will be given at the end of the program.<\/p>\n
Tips on proper dog handling will be provided, especially to beginners and those who are still planning to acquire dogs. <\/p>\n
This unique festival promises to be a huge hit as it guarantees a family-fun atmosphere and creative presentations by participants. There will be a live band , foods and drinks for sale, big bikes on display, and a raffle draw with a grand prize of an American Bully Puppy. Raffle tickets cost only $5 each.<\/p>\n
In addition, there will be a fundraiser to cover all necessary expenses for this event.Called \u201cAll Night Happy Hour,\u201d it will be held at the Godfather\u2019s Bar on June 29, 2012, starting at 6:30pm onward. Tickets will be $10 with one free drink and chasers, with a chances to win exciting prizes from sponsors, but most of all a chance to win a free tattoo from MegaVision El Drako Tattoo. All night will be happy hour prices on selected drinks.<\/p>\n
Part of the proceeds from the event will be donated to the Marianas Cancer Society. Sponsors are IT&E, TSL Foundation, Power 99, Budweiser, Coca Cola, Borderline, The TRAPP, Konflikt, Pacific Island Club, and Godfather\u2019s Bar.<\/p>\n
For sponsorship and other inquiries, call Edong of El Drako Kennel at 233-8288, or email or megavisioneldrako@yahoo.com. Like El Drako Kennel on Facebook to get news and updates about the Spikes & Chains V1 Fest and other exciting events and promotions.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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