We are delighted that Nottingham Racecourse has again invited us to hold the Great Greyhound Gathering there on Saturday 18th September.
This will be the fourth year of the event, and 2009 was such a success: we estimated around 3,000 people and an incredible 800 dogs joined us last year, travelling from all around the country.
Plans are well under way to ensure we have another memorable day on 18th September, and we hope you will be able to join us. There will be something there for every member of the family (and especially our four legged friends) to enjoy, with the RGT Village, trade stands, lunchtime entertainment, and of course our ever popular dog show.
See below for the dog show schedule. You will see we have special classes again this year to determine the 'Black Retired Greyhound of the Year' as well as the RGT Retired Greyhound of the Year.
We are honoured to have Crufts' judges along again this year .
The Great Greyhound Gathering National RGT Show with Companion Dog Show
(held under Kennel Club Rules & Regulations)
Saturday 18th September 2010
Nottingham Racecourse, Colwick Park, Nottingham NG2 4BE
Entries £2 per class.
Trophy for each Class winner and rosettes to sixth place.
Commemorative rosette for all entries.
Registration from 9.00 a.m
Judging starts 10.30 a.m prompt in all Rings.
Registration in advance online or by post with cheque, or on day of show.
Closing date for online entries: 12th September 2010
Schedule
RING ONE: GREYHOUND CLASSES
Judge - Keith Thornton. Judging Starts at 10.30am
Class 1: Greyhound dogs 12 months up to 2 years
Class 2: Greyhound dogs 2 years up to 5 years
Class 3: Greyhound dogs 5 years up to 7 years
Class 4: Black Greyhound dogs - all age, black only
RING TWO: GREYHOUND CLASSES
Judge - Ann Raymond. Judging Starts at 10.30am
Class 5: Greyhound bitches 12 months up to 2 years
Class 6: Greyhound bitches 2 years up to 5 years
Class 7 Greyhound bitches 5 years up to 7 years
Class 8: Black Greyhound bitches - all age, black only
RING THREE: GREYHOUND CLASSES
Judge - Lynda Race. Judging Starts at 10.30am
Class 9: Greyhound dogs 7 years and above on day of show
Class 10: Greyhound bitches 7 years and above on day of show
Class 11: Greyhound puppies (Dogs & Bitches) - 6 months plus on day of the show but under 12 months.
RING THREE: COMPANION SHOW CLASSES
Judge - Lynda Race. Judging continues after Classes 9 to 11
Classes 12 - 17 are open to registered and un-registered pedigree dogs and bitches - breeds recognised by the Kennel Club.
Class 12: Any Variety Veteran dog and bitch - 7 years and above on day of show
Class 13: Any Variety Puppy - dog and bitch - 6 months plus on day of show but under 12 months.
Class 14: Any Variety Hounds and Terriers Open
Class 15: Any Variety Toy and Utility Open
Class 16: Any Variety Working and Pastoral Open
Class 17: Any Variety Gundogs Open
Class 18: BEST IN SHOW (registered or unregistered pedigree dog or bitch)
Judged from winners of classes 12 - 17. Rosettes for Winner & Reserve
The show will break for lunch to commence in the afternoon and after lunch - approximate start no earlier than 2.15pm
RING ONE: GREYHOUND CLASSES
Judge - Keith Thornton.
Rosettes for Winner and Reserve Classes 19 - 23
Class 19: RGT RETIRED GREYHOUND OF THE YEAR
Representatives from RGT branches nationwide. To qualify, the greyhound must have been rehomed by an RGT branch and be registered with the RGT no later than 30th June 2010. Just one entry from each branch - either qualified from their own branch or regional Best in Shows, or through nomination process at local level.
Class 20: BEST GREYHOUND DOG
Judged from winners of Classes 1, 2, 3, 4, 9 and 11 and 19 as appropriate.
Class 21: BEST GREYHOUND BITCH
Judged from winners of Classes 5, 6, 7, 8, 10 and 11 and 19 as appropriate.
Class 22: BEST BLACK GREYHOUND
Judged from winners of Classes 4 and 8.
Class 23: BEST IN SHOW (GREYHOUND)
Trophy and Rosette
RING ONE: NOVELTY CLASSES FOR GREYHOUNDS AND OTHER BREEDS
Judges - Ann Raymond and Lynda Race
Class 24: Fancy dress - dog and handler
Class 25: Waggiest tail
Class 26: Best condition
Class 27: Prettiest Bitch
Class 28: Handsomest Dog
Class 29: Dog judge would most like to take home
Entry form
Click here to enter online. Please note the entry form opens in a new window, so you might find it helpful to first make a note of the classes which you want to enter.
Click here to download and print an entry form.
Show Organiser: Kim Holmes on behalf of the Retired Greyhound Trust
Tel: 07879 686 563. Email: greyhounds@retiredgreyhounds.co.uk