Rules:

1.    Entries are limited to Franklin County children 4 - 14 years old.

2.    Pets are to be shown by child only.

3.    No pet will be permitted to run loose.

4.    Please, no cruel or uncomfortable pet costumes.

5.    Please provide water and dish for your pet. Remember it is July.

6.    Register at Hancock Pavilion between 9:30 and 9:50 a.m.  Health papers must be presented in order to register (see rule 8).

7.     In order to keep the fairgrounds in a pleasant and sanitary condition, pet owners are required to clean up after their pets and place solid waste in an appropriate trash receptacle.

8.    For the safety and health of all participants, pets entered must conform to state health regulations and owners must show animal's health papers (including proof of distemper shots and rabies vaccination) at the time of entry.

9.    For your pet’s safety please keep all cats in a carrier until they are being shown and then use a leash. Keep all birds, rodents, reptiles and other small pets in a carrier or cage at all times.