Cottonland Cluster Dog Shows come to Monroe

The 2012 Cottonland Cluster of Dog Shows will begin next week at the Monroe Civic Center, bringing more than a hundred breeds of dogs and $2 million to the local economy.

Ken Russ, K-9 unit Ouachita Parish Sheriff Office, and his dog Tomec are on hand for the announcement of the 2012 Cottonland Cluster of Dog Shows at the Monroe Civic Center. / Margaret Croft/The News StarThe event celebrates its 40th year of shows at the Monroe Civic Center with four all -breed shows and 23 specialty shows.

The shows will be held Aug. 31 through Sept. 2 at the Monroe Civic Center arena.

On Saturday Sept. 1, the Bayou Kennel Club will host the AKC Responsible Dog Ownership Booth, as well as the 12th Annual Southern Handlers Charity League charity fun match.

The AKC RDO and Educational Booth will be open Saturday and Sunday.

 

Shows will be from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily.

 

Admission is $5 for adults and $2 for children.

 

Proceeds from the spectator gate will be donated to the Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Canine Unit.

 

 

 

Thanks to the News Star for this information.


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