KALAMAZOO, Mich. — Hundreds of dogs and their owners gathered inside the Kalamazoo County Expo Center on Saturday for the West Michigan Apple Blossom Dog Show.
Featuring approximately 1,500 dogs, each day is a different show. Saturday and Sunday consisted of competitive obedience trials.
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While the show is enjoyable for the hobbyists that participate, one organizer told News Channel 3 the value of the shows goes beyond the thrill of competition.
“It is accessible to anybody, and it makes a greater and better connection with you and your dog over the life of your dog and your relationship with them,” said Paul Hardaker, rally and obedience chairperson for the West Michigan Spring Apple Blossom Cluster Dog Show…