GENERAL INFORMATION:
When: The 2024 National Specialty and Sweepstakes will be held on Friday, October 25, 2024 with an established MB-F closing date of October 2, 2024 at noon, 1200PM EST.
Refer to the SCHEDULE OF EVENTS for information on dates and times of activities beginning on Thursday, October 24 and running through Sunday, October 27.
Location: The 2024 National Specialty will be an independent event held on Friday, October 25, 2024. The show site at the Meadow Event Park, 13191 Dawn Blvd., Doswell, VA 23047, in the Meadow Pavilion facility approximately 32 miles (36 minutes) from the host hotel (Tru by Ashland Hilton).
The nearest airport is Richmond International Airport (RIC) which is approximately 32 miles (36 minutes) from the show site and approximately 25 miles (29 minutes) from the host hotel. The Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is approximately 96.1 miles (1 hour and 37 minutes) from the host hotel.
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Conformation:
Judges: Pluis Davern
Sweepstakes: Beth Launder
Juniors: Pluis Davern
4-6 Month Beginner Puppy: Robin Mathews
Chief Ring Steward: Ms. Helene Guida