THE organisers of a Wirral dog show are calling on dog-related businesses to help make the event a 'tail-wagging triumph'.

The Fun Dog Show team is looking for sponsors for the nine remaining award categories for the charity event, taking place at Byrne Avenue Baths in Rock Ferry on October 26 from 12.30pm-4pm.

The inaugural event, which is expected to attract 100 dogs and their owners, has been organised to raise vital funds for Heswall-based Celandine Wood Animal Rescue (CWAR) and Byrne Avenue Trust, which is transforming the historic Rock Ferry baths into a local sports and community hub.

One of the canine residents at Celandine Wood Animal RescueOne of the canine residents at Celandine Wood Animal Rescue (Image: Celandine Wood Animal Rescue) Any business, from pet photographers and dog food retailers to groomers and puppy trainers, is invited to choose a category they love, with sponsorship packages starting at just £200.

The categories are:

  • Puppy Love (Under six months)
  • Adorable Old Timer (over eight-years-old)
  • Best Trick
  • Dog most like owner
  • Best Dressed
  • Waggiest Tail
  • Handsomest Boy
  • Prettiest Girl
  • Naughtiest Pooch
  • Best Rescue Story (Sponsor: Thextons, Birkenhead-based double glazing and construction services)

The event is also set to be a learning experience for dog owners.

Hayley Hilton from New Brighton-based Hands on Heart Clinical Canine Massage Therapy will share how her work improves dogs' mobility and quality of life.

Two remaining speaker slots are up for grabs on a first-come, first-served basis, with interested businesses advised to speak to organisers asap.

One of the canine residents at Celandine Wood Animal RescueOne of the canine residents at Celandine Wood Animal Rescue (Image: Celandine Wood Animal Rescue) Peter Sherlock, chair of trustees for the Byrne Avenue Trust, said: "Who needs Crufts? In our show, all dogs are contenders, whether young or old, cheeky or quirky.

"We're celebrating all our furry friends who help make our lives a little sweeter, raising money for Wirral charities as we do it.

"As a sponsor, there are plenty of fun categories to choose from. You'll be integral to making this event a success, with the opportunity to showcase your products and services to a ready-made captive audience."

For full details on sponsorship packages and how to sign up, go to: https://byrneavenuebaths.org/sponsorship-fun-dog-show/.

If you're keen to parade your pooch, it's just £3 to enter per category. Pre-registration is required. Visit our Fun Dog Show entry page for more details.