It’s summertime in Seattle, and the season is jam-packed with bulldog events and activities for all to attend. I believe we have a number of people here from the Pacific Northwest, and it would be really fun for all of us to get together. If you are interested in further details about a particular event, feel free to ask here, or there is a contact person listed for each event below. Looking forward to an awesome summer!

SATURDAY, JUNE 7 – University Place, WA (near Tacoma) – 10:00am
“RUNNING OF THE BULLS” PARADE – Sponsored by Kokopelli Coffee & Creamery
· In cooperation with the University Place Duck Parade, the Running of the Bulls will travel from 27th & Bridgeport to 37th & Bridgeport, in hopes to raise money and awareness for the bulldog rescue. All bulldogs and their owners are welcome to participate in this event.
· Parking will be available in the Kokopelli parking lot at 3715 Bridgeport Way West, University Place, WA. There will be a shuttle taking dogs and their owners from the parking lot to the parade start at 27th & Bridgeport. There will be a booth at the corner of 27th & Bridgeport where the dogs will gather and get ready for the parade. Dogs and owners wishing to participate in the parade should be at the Kokopelli booth at 9:00 AM. Refreshments will be provided. The parade begins at 10:00am, and the bulldogs are scheduled towards the end. Please bring poop bags in case of an accident.
· There will be wading pools available at the end of the parade route for the “Hot Dogs”. Owners are also encouraged to bring water, ice, or other items to keep their bullies cool throughout the entire event. There may also be prizes for the “Best Dressed Bully”, “Best Parade Strut”, etc.
For more information or directions, contact Vanessa Brooks at vbrooks@nventure.com or Cindy King-Mozingo at cynder2958@earthlink.net, or feel free to ask here.

SATURDAY & SUNDAY, JUNE 7-8 – Puyallup, WA 8:00am to 6:00pm
“ALL-BREED DOG SHOWS” – All day events hosted by the Puyallup Valley Dog Fanciers and the Tacoma Kennel Club at the Puyallup Fairgrounds. On Saturday, the bulldogs show at 8:00am in ring# 23. On Sunday, they show at 8:30am in ring# 1.

SATURDAY & SUNDAY, JUNE 14-15 – Seattle, WA – 8:00am to 6:00pm
“CANINE FESTIVAL” – A huge, all-breed canine event featuring four National Canine Association dog shows, two all-breed conformation & obedience matches, Canine Good Citizen testing, AKC/CAR micro chipping, demonstrations, advice from canine experts (vets, behaviorists, trainers, etc), education seminars, specialty breed competitions, rally obedience match, breed club and rescue booths, and much more!
· The Bulldog Club of Greater Seattle will be hosting an educational booth both days. Volunteers and their bullies are needed to work at the both. This is a fun opportunity to spend a couple hours with your bully, educating the public about our wonderful breed. Whether you have previous booth experience or not, volunteering is really quite easy.
Contact Melanie Trichler for more details at mnmtrichler@foxinternet.net.

SATURDAY, JUNE 21 – Buckley, WA – 12:00 noon
“BULLDOG BASH” – Annual bulldog picnic hosted by the Bulldog Club of Greater Seattle and Cascade Bulldog Rescue/Rehome, Inc at the home of Cindy & Terry Mozingo.
· POTLUCK PICNIC
Bring your favorite dish to share. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, crates/ex-pens, and enjoy great bulldog company!
Food Assignments:
A-F = Main Dish
G-L = Side Dish
M-R = Salad
S-Z = Dessert
B.Y.O. Beverage
· PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHER
Lil’ Critters Photography will have their studio set up, with various backgrounds (including holiday) available.
· ARTWORK
An artist will be on-site for those interested in having commissioned artwork done of their bully.
· CANINE GOOD CITIZEN TESTING
Start brushing up on your bully’s basic obedience and manners. Evaluated by Cindy King-Mozingo, Delta Society Pet Partner Team & Delta Society Team Evaluator for $5.00 per entry. More details about earning this AKC certificate can be found at http://www.akc.org/love/cgc/index.cfm
· MASSAGE THERAPIST
Heart Through Hands offers relaxing massages in an enclosed tent for bullies or their owners!
· CHIROPRACTOR
For bullies or their owners.
· NAIL TRIMMING
Gone To The Dogs will be available for bully nail trimming for $5.00.
· BULLTIQUE
Bulldog shopping at its best! All proceeds go to the Bulldog Club of Greater Seattle’s general fund.
· RAFFLE FOR RESCUE
One of the event highlights! Many great items will be raffled off to benefit Bulldog Rescue.
More information may be found at the following sites:
http://www.rainyday.net/bcgs/BulldogBash2003.pdf
http://www.centralridge.com/cbrr/bb/bulldogbash.htm
If you have any further questions about the event (directions, nearby accommodations, etc.), please feel free to ask here, or contact Cindy King-Mozingo at Cynder2958@earthlink.net or 360-897-2255.

SATURDAY & SUNDAY, JUNE 28-29 – Mt. Vernon, WA – 8:00am to 6:00pm
“ALL-BREED DOG SHOWS” – All day events hosted by the Bell Vernon Kennel Club at the Skagit County Fairgrounds. Bulldog entries at this show are supported by the Bulldog Club of Greater Seattle, and rosettes & trophies will be awarded to the winners.

SATURDAY, JULY 19 – Sultan, WA – 12:00 noon
“FUN MATCH, AUCTION & BBQ” – An afternoon of bulldog fun hosted by the Bulldog Club of Greater Seattle, at the home of Linda & Roy Gasselsdorfer.
· The Fun Match is open to any bulldogs that are at least 3 months old, plus a special competition for junior showmanship. A quick show & handling demonstration will be given prior to the start. This is a fun, casual event, and is the perfect practice opportunity for everyone, whether you have show experience or not.
· This will be a BBQ & potluck lunch. Bring your own item to BBQ, plus bring a side item to share. Also, bring your own beverages.
· The Auction will be “white elephant” style, and will begin following the Fun Match. Please bring any new or gently used items that you wish to donate. Bulldog and dog-related items are always the most popular. All proceeds benefit the BCGS general fund.
Contact Melanie Trichler for more details at mnmtrichler@foxinternet.net.

SATURDAY & SUNDAY, AUGUST 9-10 – Lacey, WA – 8:00am to 6:00pm
“ALL-BREED DOG SHOWS” – All day events hosted by the Nisqually Kennel Club at St. Martins College. Bulldog entries at this show are supported by the Bulldog Club of Greater Seattle, and rosettes & trophies will be awarded to the winners.

WEDNESDAY – FRIDAY, AUGUST 13-15 – Tacoma, WA
“BULLDOG SPECIALTY SHOWS” – Two bulldog specialty shows hosted by the Bulldog Club of Greater Seattle, plus additional events and an all-around great time! This year’s theme is “Bully Luau”, and Thursday will be a casual/Hawaiian-dress day for all exhibitors and attendees.
· Wednesday evening: “Emerald City Classic” Winners One competition and Hospitality Dinner, both beginning at 6:00pm
· Thursday: Hospitality Breakfast, Puppy Sweepstakes, Regular Bulldog Judging, Hospitality Lunch, Banquet, Raffle, Live & Silent Auction
· Friday: Hospitality Breakfast, Puppy Sweepstakes, Regular Bulldog Judging, Hospitality Lunch
· Thursday & Friday will also include the BCGS Bulltique, other bulldog-related vendors, and the BCA Rescue booth
· Souvenirs with our awesome “Bully Luau” show logo are also available now at http://www.cafeshops.com/bcgs
Contact Melanie Trichler for more details at mnmtrichler@foxinternet.net or check out the following site:
http://www.rainyday.net/bcgs/2003SpecAdWeb.pdf

SATURDAY & SUNDAY, AUGUST 16-17 – Enumclaw, WA – 8:00am to 6:00pm
“ALL-BREED DOG SHOWS” – All day events hosted by the Olympic Kennel Club at the King County Fairgrounds. Bulldog entries at this show are supported by the Bulldog Club of Greater Seattle, and rosettes & trophies will be awarded to the winners.