For over 25 years, Purina® Pro Plan® has given incredible canine athletes the platform to showcase their amazing abilities in exciting events like dock diving, flying disc, agility and more! Watch incredible dogs from across the country compete in the Incredible Dog Challenge National Finals on September 30th, 10:30 a.m.- 4 p.m., at Purina Farms. Bring the family, grab a bite to eat, shop from local retailers and witness incredible dogs in action. All well-behaved dogs are welcome on a leash (view our Visiting Pet Guidelines at purinafarms.com).
Doors open at 10:30 a.m. The schedule includes:
11 a.m. : Incredible Agility Competition
12:30 p.m. : Incredible Diving Dog Competition
1:30 p.m. : Incredible Jack Russel Hurdle Racing
2 p.m. : Incredible Fetch It Competition
3 p.m. : Incredible Weave Competition
3:45 p.m. : Incredible Freestyle Flying Disc Competition
The Purina Farms Visitor Center will be open to enjoy. If you plan on bringing your kids and your dog, we recommend having two adults in attendance to ensure kids are able to enjoy the inside of the Animal Barn and Pet Center (pets are not allowed in these areas).
Admission is free. Spectator parking is limited and registration is required. Parking is $5 and a portion of that fee will be donated to the Open Door Animal Shelter.
Learn more and register at purinafarms.com
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