It's BAAAACK!!!

The 8th Annual Celebration Pet Day returns this year, BIGGER AND BETTER!!! We have LOTS of great programming. The Celebration takes place:

Saturday, September 24, 2011
10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.
Bedford County Agricultural Education Center

Stay tuned for upcoming program announcements!!

Thanks!

We want to thank everyone who came out, despite the weather, to enjoy the 5th Annual Celebration Pet Day with us. The pictures and winners of the pet show are forthcoming.

We'd like to send out a special thank you to all of our 2009 sponsors:

Wal-Mart Distribution Center
Bedford County Agricultural Center
Purina Rally to Rescue
Puppy Palace Dog Grooming and Boarding
George and Kathy Houk
Kindred Spirits Dog Training & Boarding
Blessed Assurance Farm
On The Fifth Day (Animal Sanctuary)
Nashville K9
Kroger
Food Lion
Shelbyville Supermarket
Coca Cola Bottling Company
Pepsi Cola Bottling Company
Prescott Bottling Company
Sit & Stay Dog Training
Drake's Signs

See you guys next year!

Exciting News From a New Vendor

This year, Celebration Pet Day would like to welcome one of our newest vendors, Heart's Content by Cindy Randles. Cindy is bringing and assortment of dog/cat handmade jewelry and collars and other handmade crafts. She is also bringing a selection of Twilight themed jewelry!! This theme jewelry will be available in sterling silver and is some of the hottest selling jewelry on the market. We are excited to have Heart's Content with us this year!!

2009 Celebration Pet Day: Program Schedule

Here is the 2009 Celebration Pet Day schedule of programs:

10:30 a.m. - Celebration Pet Day kickoff by County Mayor Eugene Ray. Immediately following demonstration program by Nashville K9.

11:00 a.m. - Officer Tracy Nelson and Remy from the Shelbyville Police Department.

11:30 a.m. - Nashville K9 are back with their second, but different demonstration.

12:00 p.m. - Mudbug Farm Agility clicker training demo by Candy Swan.

12:30 p.m. - Foundation of Training information session and demo by Cynthia Hollis of Sit and Stay Dog Training.

1:00 p.m. - Celebration Pet Day Pet Show:
Pre-progam: Parade of adoptable animals from the surrounding local shelters.

Pet Show Intermission - after class #6 Ugliest Dog - Miniature Donkey Coon Jumping and Donkey Cart Driving by Kay Allen of Blessed Assurance Farm.

Celebration Pet Day Pet Show registration begins at 11:00 a.m.

2009 Celebration Pet Day Pet Show: Class Listing

Please come out and join us for this year's Celebration Pet Day Pet Show beginning at 1:00 p.m. at the Ag Center. This show is sponsored by Puppy Palace.

All pets are welcome! Entry fees are $5.00 per class.

1. Prettiest - "Adult" and "under 18" divisions 10 places each.

2. Handsomest - "Adult" and "under 18" divisions 10 places each.

3. Non-Dog Critter Class - Places 1-5.

4. Puppy Class - Dogs under 12 mos. of age --"Adult" and "under 18" divisions 10 places each.

5. Best Trick - "Adult" and "under 18" divisions 10 places each.

6. Ugliest - We mean this in the most loving way.--"Adult" and "under 18" divisions 10 places each.

7. Costume Class - "Adult" and "under 18" divisions 10 places each.

8. Special Needs Dog - Places 1 thru 5.

9. Rescue Class - if you "rescued" your pet. --"Adult" and "under 18" divisions 10 places each.

10. I Look Like My Owner - "Adult" and "under 18" divisions 10 places each.

11. BEST IN SHOW - 1st Place Winners of Each Class.
Will be given for Best In Show and Best in Show under
18 division.

2009 Rally to Rescue Event!!

A 2009 Rally to Rescue event, hosted by the Shelbyville-Bedford County Humane Association and the Sharpei Rescue of Tennessee, will take place at this year's Celebration Pet Day. Why is a Rally to Rescue so important in our community?

• The Rally to Rescue® program is a partnership with Purina® Pro Plan® brand pet food and pet rescue organizations across the country to help give rescued pets the nutrition and care they need and the loving homes they deserve.

• Purina® Pro Plan®’s Rally to Rescue® program is committed to Doing More™ to support smaller pet rescue organizations that often may have been overlooked by donors or adopters due to limited fundraising and marketing efforts.

• Since the inception of Rally to Rescue® in 2005, more than 227,000 pets have found loving, forever homes. But, there is certainly more work to do. Rally to Rescue® encourages everyone to help our Ambassadors across the country to reach our goal of 300,000 adoptions, since the beginning of the program, by the end of 2009.

o In order to reach this 300,000 adoption goal, Rally to Rescue® will be hitting the road traveling to eight markets across the country through its Rally Across America 2009 program. Rally to Rescue® Ambassadors will host adoption events at area retailers for the chance for you to bring home a furry companion. To find an event closest to you, visit www.rallytorescue.org.

o Every little bit helps when it comes to pet rescue, whether it’s a donation of pet care items, a few hours volunteering at a shelter or fundraising event, or adopting a homeless dog or cat into your life.

o Help us raise money for rescue organizations and achieve our goals by purchasing a Rally to Rescue® t-shirt. Visit www.rallytorescue.org to purchase a shirt in support of pet rescue.

• Individual pet organizations may apply to become Rally to Rescue® Ambassadors by visiting www.rallytorescue.org. Organizations that meet program requirements and are selected by Purina® Pro Plan® receive assistance such as marketing and event planning guides.

2009 Program Guests: Nashville K9

We would like again like to welcome the group from Nashville K9. This is their second appearance at Celebration Pet Day. Join us as Ali Hemyari and his group bring their specially trained police and SWAT canines along with their search and rescue dogs. Wanna see a bad guy get tackled by a canine officer, then this is your show!!

The folks from Nashville K9 will be available to certify anyone wishing to complete their dog's AKC Canine Good Citizen certification. Just drop by their booth during the Celebration.

Here's a some videos and information about Ali and his team:





"WE HAVE BEEN IN THE DOG TRAINING, HANDLING, AND PERSONAL INSTRUCTION INDUSTRY FOR OVER 25 YEARS! PREVIOUS TO OUR BEGINNINGS, WE WERE MEMBERS OF SEVERAL K-9 ORGANIZATIONS THAT INVOLVED ANYWHERE FROM OBEDIENCE TO POLICE STANDARD K-9 TRAINING. OUR COMPANY'S FIRM BELIEF THAT WORKING DOGS SHOULD WORK, CONTINUES TO MOTIVATE US TO CONSTANTLY PRODUCE AN OUTSTANDING PRODUCT FOR OUR CUSTOMERS."

Their trainers have trained and worked with many law enforcement agencies throughout the state, which include:

Davidson County Rescue Squad K-9 Unit, Chief K-9 Instructor
Nashville Fire Department, Search and Recovery
Tennessee Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) Task Force 2
Tennessee Association of Rescue Squads, Member
Franklin County, TN Rescue Squad K-9 Unit, Captain
Police Benevolent Association (PBA), Member - Capitol Hill Chapter
Fraternal Order of Police (FOP), Member, Williamson County Chapter
Appalachian K-9 Club, Member
TN Valley DVG Schutzhund, Member
TN Valley Working Dogs, Member
Nashville K-9 Police and Schutzhund Club, Member
Intelligent K-9, Owner
Nashville K-9, Owner
Co-Director Jackson County (OK) Search & Rescue Team
Firefighter, Martha (OK) Fire Dept., Winchester, TN Fire Dept.
Tennessee Search and Rescue Dog Association, Middle TN Regional Coordinator
Member, National Association for Search and Rescue (NASAR)
K-9 SARTECH EVALUATOR FOR NASAR
Licensed State of TN Police Dog Vendor

Crossed Trained With:
FEMA Tennessee Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) Task Force 1
Tennessee Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) Task Force 3
ILL/WIS SAR TEAM (K-9) (Illinois/Wisconsin)
Service Dogs of America (SDA)
Marseille France Naval Marins de Pompier '07 (K-9 SAR, FRANCE)
Barcelona Spain KNPV Trials '07
Joint training with 97th Security Police Squadron

They will be doing two demonstrations during the day. One will be criminal apprehension and the other will be a search and rescue demonstration. One program will be at 10:30 a.m. immediately following Celebration Pet Day kickoff. The other will be at 11:30 p.m. So, come on out and join us for these unique demonstrations.

**Photos and video used by exclusive permission by Nashville K9.

2009 Celebration Pet Day Flyer

2009 Official Rally to Rescue Event

FLUFFY AND FIDO HOPE TO GET A NEW "LEASH" ON LIFE
(Shelbyville-Bedford County Humane Association and Shelbyville-Bedford County Humane Association, along with Celebration Pet Day, on September 26, 2009, to raise funds and awareness for pet rescue and help local homeless dogs and cats find permanent homes.

"Networking with other animal rescue agencies enables us to have much more success finding homes for adoptable pets", said Cheryl Richardson, Celebration Pet Day Coordinator. "Events supported by the Purina Rally to Rescue Program enable us to continue to make a difference and save thousands of pets. They provide us with t-shirts, food bowls, and informative posters."

Shelbyville-Bedford County Humane Association is responsible for adopting nearly 100 homeless pets each year in Shelbyville and in the surrounding Bedford County areas. Since the organization is entirely operated by volunteers, the first step in pet adoption is the completion of an adoption application. Once the completed application is returned, potential adopters are scheduled to visit with the potential pet of their choice. Adoption fees usually start at $50.00 to help cover shelter costs and veterinary care. Adoption applications may be obtained by visiting SBCHA's website , by calling (931)684-KIND or e-mailing SBCHA@hotmail.com.

Smaller pet rescue organizations, like Shar Pei Rescue of Tennessee. You can learn more about this rescue group by going to Sharpei Rescue of Tennessee, Inc. or by writing Cindy at chs@sewanee.edu.

The Pro Plan Rally to Rescue Program is designed to raise funds and awareness for pet rescue organizations nationwide. Funds are raised via the sale of pet collars with matching wristbands and also t-shirts. Items are available for purchase online at www.rallytorescue.org. Net proceeds will benefit participating rescue organizations.

Save the Date!

Get ready to help us celebrate the 5th anniversary of Celebration Pet Day!!

This year's event is scheduled for:

Saturday, September 26, 2009

10:30 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.

Bedford County Agricultural Center

Keep checking this site for updates and program announcements!!

2008 Celebration Pet Day Pet Show Results

2008 Celebration Pet Day Pet Show Results

Class 1: Cutest Tail
1st place: Linda Betz and Lea
2nd place: Lynda Nelson and Penny
3rd place: Rita Lemmon and Charlie
4th place: Dottie Betz and Cocoa
5th place: Patty Davidson and Mattie

Class 2: Color Class
1st place: Shea Flannery and Speckles
2nd place: Jan Bornstein and Temple
3rd place: Pauline Redman and Jeter
4th place: Pam Barker and Chloie
5th place: Chelsea West and Inky

Class 3: Critter Class
1st place: Luke Griffin and Tasha

Class 4: Costume Class
Under 18 yrs. Of age results:
1st place: Brigette Swafford and Max
2nd place: Taylor Overcast / Kayden Fletcher and Murphy
3rd place: Mark Olson and Lightning
4th place: Kayleigh Caldwell and Spot
5th place: Sarah Olson and Coconut and Flika

Over 18 yrs. Of age results:
1st place: Patty Davidson and Mattie
2nd place: Dottie and Coco
3rd place: Lynda Betz and Lea
4th place: Debbie Corvino and Sassy
5th place: Valerie Faulk and Lady

Class 5: Rescue Class
1st place: D. Salehi and Bella
2nd place: Heather Miller and Robbie
3rd place: Serge Aude and Abby
4th place: Jean Marie Ficorille and Cupcake
5th place: Eric Harrell and Joel Sampson with Isis

Class 6: Best Trick
1st place: Maxie Parsons and Bee Bee
2nd place: Cystall and Fancy
3rd place: Donna Brittain and Simba
4th place: Mark Kelley and Lightning
5th place: Kaitlyn Glober and Molly

Class 7: Puppy Class
1st place: Gwyneth Seagroves and Piper
2nd place: Asa Oriffin and Jessie
3rd place: Darnell and Max
4th place: Kayleigh Houk and Scruffy
5th place: Sandy Glenn and Roxy

Class 8: Ugliest Dog
1st place: Reagan Sherrill and Luke
2nd place: Haylee West and Harley
3rd place: Jewell Glascoe and Slick

Class 9: I Look Like My Dog
Over 18 yrs. Of age:
1st place: Chad Overcast and Cosmo
2nd place: Tim Miller and Baxter
3rd place: Willie Carter and Awbie
4th place: Donna Kane and Lucky

Under 18 yrs. Of age:
1st place: Kayleigh Caldwell and Spot
2nd place: Kayleigh Houk and Scruffy
3rd place: Sarah Olson and Cocount
4th place: Chase Williams and Brady
5th place: Kellin and Phoebe

Class 10: Special Needs Dog
1st place: Jennifer Barker and Baby Girl
2nd place: Myah Sutton and Scobby


Class 11: Prettiest Dog
Over 18 yrs. Of age:
1st place: Mary Brittain and Molly
2nd place: Serge Aude and Abby
3rd place: Della Kay and Gracie Mae
4th place: Ashley Stuteville and Holly
5th place: Kay Davy and Autumo

Under 18 yrs. Of age:
1st place: Brittany Goggun and Paris
2nd place: Madison Swafford and Angel
3rd place: Mason and Tina Lankford and Caity
4th place: Courtnie Carter and Laila
5th place: Heather and Bailey

Class 12: Handsomest Dog
Over 18 yrs. Of age:
1st place: Joyce Woodard and Samson
2nd place: Lyn Dowd and Buddy
3rd place: Samantha Wortham and Ronal Wesley
4th place: Tim Miller and Baxter
5th place: Carleen Redman and Jeter

Under 18 yrs. Of age:
1st place: Raymond Oates and Mooky
2nd place: Wheaton Griffin and Bingo
3rd place: Cara Barker and Scooter
4th place: Kinelston and Joshua
5th place: Mary Bennett and Mini Mutt

Class 13: Best In Show
Over 18 yrs. Of age:
Chad Overcast and Cosmo

Under 18 yrs. Of age:
Kayleigh Caldwell and Spot.

4th Annual Celebration Pet Day Wrap Up

Jennie Jones (Kindred Spirits Dog Training and Boarding), Cheryl Richardson (Celebration Pet Day Coordinator) and The Comedy Canines at the 4th Annual Celebration Pet Day.

Thanks to everyone who came out to the 4th Annual Celebration Pet Day last Saturday at the Ag Center. Thanks to the support of the citizens of Shelbyville and Beford County and local business supporters, the day was a HUGE success! I'd like to take a moment to thank the following local sponsors:

Wal-Mart Distribution Center
Bedford County Agricultural Center
Puppy Palace Dog Grooming and Boarding
Kindred Spirits Dog Training & Boarding
The Comedy Canines
George and Kathy Houk
Blessed Assurance Farm
Nashville Paw Magazine
Sit & Stay Dog Training Center
Brown Dog Foundation
On The Fifth Day (Animal Sanctuary)
Nashville K9
HoundGear.net
Kroger
Food Lion
Shelbyville Super Market
Wal-Mart Store
Pepsi Cola Bottling Company
Prescott Bottling Company
Bedford County Farmer's Co-Op
Shelbyville Farm Center
TSC
Shelbyville Recreation Center
The White Door
Antiques Art & Collectibles Mall
McGee's Prescription Shop
PetSmart
First Community Bank
Heritage Jewelers
Marsha's On The Square
Mary's Flowers
Celebration Center
Mark Pirtle Ford Mercury
Flowers For Keeps
Moments Unique Floral Design
J. Jordan Boutique
New Covenant Bookstore
Ms. Sarah Malone
Ms. Leta Russell
The Fit Club

I hope that everyone will come out and help us celebrate the event's 5th anniversary in 2009.

To see a gallery of pictures from Saturday's events, click HERE.

Directions to the 4th Annual Celebration Pet Day

Bedford County - Agriculture and Education Center
119 Midland Road, Shelbyville, TN 37160

Coming to The Ag Center from Nashville, TN
Take I-24 to Murfreesboro, then take exit 81 A to Shelbyville.
From Murfreesboro to Shelbyville is about 25 minutes.
Turn Right onto Peacock Ln. (Across from Calsonic Corp.), then left onto Midland Rd. You will see the Ag Center on your right.

Coming to The Ag Center from Chattanooga, TN
Take I-24 toward Murfreesboro and exit on Exit 97 to Wartrace/Shelbyville. Following Highway 64 through Wartrace until it intersects with Highway 41 A. Turn right onto Highway 41A (Madison Street). At the Hwy. 41A North and Hwy. 231N intersection turn left. Turn left onto Peacock Ln. (Across from Calsonic Corp.). then left onto Midland Rd. You will see the Ag Center on your right.

Coming to The Ag Center from Knoxville, TN
Take I-40 E toward Nashville, then take exit 235 onto TN-840 W toward Murfreesboro. Exit onto I-24 E toward Chattanooga. Exit I-24 on exit 81 A to Shelbyville. From Murfreesboro to Shelbyville is about 25 minutes. Turn Right onto Peacock Ln. (Across from Calsonic Corp.), then left onto Midland Rd. You will see the Ag Center on your right.

Coming to The Ag Center from Memphis, TN
Take I-40 toward Nashville, then exit onto I-440 at exit 206; at Exit I-24 go toward Murfreesboro; exit I-24 at Exit 81 A onto US-231. From Murfreesboro to Shelbyville is about 25 minutes. Turn Right onto Peacock Ln. (Across from Calsonic Corp.), then left onto Midland Rd. You will see the Ag Center on your right.

Coming to The Ag Center from Fayetteville, TN
Follow Highway 231 North until in Shelbyville. Turn LEFT onto Peacock Ln. (Across from Calsonic Corp.), then left onto Midland Rd. You will see the Ag Center on your right.

Coming to The Ag Center from Lewisburg, TN
Follow Highway 64 East until it crosses Highway 41 A.
Take Hwy 231 N. Turn LEFT onto Peacock Ln. (Across from Calsonic Corp.), then left onto Midland Rd. You will see the Ag Center on your right.

Coming to The Ag Center from Tullahoma, TN
Follow Highway 41 A North all the way in to Shelbyville. At the Hwy. 41A N and Hwy. 231N. intersection. Turn Right. Turn LEFT onto Peacock Ln. (Across from Calsonic Corp.), then left onto Midland Rd. You will see the Ag Center on your right.

2008 Celebration Pet Day Program Schedule

Here is the 2008 Celebration Pet Day schedule of programs:

10:30 a.m. - Celebration Pet Day kickoff by County Mayor Eugene Ray. Immediately following demonstration program by Nashville K9.

11:00 a.m. - Tellington T Touch by Amanda Oliver and Penny Case.

11:30 a.m. - Head on down to the Gazebo warm up ring to watch Candy Swan and her dogs from Mudbug Farm Agility and Obedience put on a spectacular display of agility.

12:00 p.m. - The Comedy Canines: Come and watch these amazing rescue dogs, and their trainer, Dawn, put on a great show.

12:30 p.m. - The Nashville K9s are back for their second demonstration.

1:00 p.m. - Foundation of Training information session and demo by Cynthia Hollis of Sit and Stay Dog Training.

1:30 p.m. - Miniature Donkey Coon Jumping and Donkey Cart Driving by Kay Allen of Blessed Assurance Farm.

2:00 p.m. - Celebration Pet Day Pet Show. Registration begins at 1:00 p.m.

2008 Program Guests: Kay Allen and Amanda Oliver

This year, we are pleased to have two returning guests. Their programs were such a HUGE hit last year, that they were requested to return.



The first guest is Kay Allen from Blessed Assurance Farm. Kay specializes in breeding Miniature and Standard Donkeys, Miniature Horses, Alpacas and Nigerian Dwarf Goats. She is doing a Coon Jumping and Donkey Cart Driving Demonstration at 1:30 p.m. in the main ring, under the pavilion.

Wanna know what Coon Jumping is? Click HERE.
To read more about Kay and her farm, please read her bio from last year HERE .
Be sure to visit the Blessed Assurance Farm booth in the vendors area!

Our second returning guest is Amanda Oliver. Ms. Oliver is the executive director for the Beesley Animal Humane Foundation in Murfreesboro, TN. The Beesley Foundations operates a low cost Spay/Neuter clinic.

Ms. Oliver is also certified in Tellington T Touch Therapy for dogs. What is Tellington T Touch?

TTouch - the Tellington TTouch - is a method based on circular movements of the fingers and hands all over the body. The intent of the TTouch is to activate the function of the cells and awaken cellular intelligence - a little like "turning on the electric lights of the body."

Ms. Oliver's program will include a demonstration and description of Tellington T Touch Therapy. She will have the other T Touch specialist in the state, Penny Case, with her.

The Telling T Touch program is at 11:00 a.m. So, if you want to learn how to use this technique to pamper your pooch, don't miss it!

Also, don't forget to visit Amanda Oliver and Penny Case at the Beesely Animal Humane Foundation booth in the vendors area.