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Great Ponton School hosts 'Great British Bark Off' dog show




A primary school has hosted a dog show to raise money for charity.

Great Ponton Church of England Primary School held its first ever 'Great British Bark Off' dog show on Wednesday as part of a fundraising week for Underdog International

Underdog International is a unique charity that aims to positively impact one million children and dogs by 2025.

Great Ponton CE Primary School held its first ever dog show. (57361293)
Great Ponton CE Primary School held its first ever dog show. (57361293)

The school were introduced to the charity due to their therapy dog in training, Digger.

The Great British Bark Off is a week of fun events to raise money which is then put to help rescue dogs, education projects and dog therapy in school.

Fifteen dogs from the school community entered the event, with the categories judged by Ted and Megan, head boy and girl, as well as headteacher Mr Leader.

Dogs of all sizes took part. (57361302)
Dogs of all sizes took part. (57361302)

Digger, the therapy dog in training, was also there overseeing the judging).

The winners of each category were:

  • Waggiest Tail- Brian
  • Best Looking- Bumble
  • Best Rescue- Jag
  • Loveliest Lady- Tia
  • Fabulous Fella- Ottis
  • Cool Pup- Pepper
  • Best Golden Oldie- Monty
One furry friend standing on their hind legs expectantly. (57361305)
One furry friend standing on their hind legs expectantly. (57361305)

Tomorrow, the school will be finishing its week of supporting Underdog International by holding a bake off and cake sale at the end of the day to raise further money.

Furry friends enjoying the sunshine. (57361299)
Furry friends enjoying the sunshine. (57361299)
Great Ponton CE Primary School held its first ever dog show. (57361296)
Great Ponton CE Primary School held its first ever dog show. (57361296)

Kym Morrisroe, of Great Ponton School, said: "We wish to thank our parents, children and their beloved four legged friends for their support."



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