* Best Costume (approximate start time 11:30 am)
Judges vote on the dogs with the best costumes, with extra points for originality.

* Best Bark (start time 11:55 am)
Contestants are given 30 seconds to get their dog to show off his/her vocals. Dogs may bark, growl, sing, howl whatever. Judges are looking for dogs that are very loud, have long howls or show great enthusiasm. DOG MUST EASILY BARK OR HOWL WITHOUT PHYSICAL MANIPULATION OR OWNER FORCING HIM TO (OWNERS SHOULD NOT "BOTHER" THEIR DOGS TO PRODUCE BARKING).

* Best Trick (start time 12:15 pm)
Each owner will be given 30 seconds or so to demonstrate their dogs trick(s). Owners are allowed to bring props.

* Most Ear-Resistible (start time 1:00 pm)
Judges look for dogs that have ears that they think are really cute, have character or stand out in some way. They could be extra large or super floppy or have good coloring.

* Best Smile (start time 1:25 pm)
Contestants bring their dogs forward one by one for the judge(s) to see. Judges are looking for dogs with beautiful smiles and a happy look on their faces.

* Mutt What? (start time 1:50 pm)
This is for dogs whose breeding is a mystery! Judges will give highest scores for dogs where you cant determine the mix. In other words, "What is that dog??"

* Best Couple (start time 2:15 pm)
Judges look for dogs and owners who have some common features or characteristics. Owner can describe why they think they deserve to win.

Raffle tickets are $2.50 each, or 5 for $10. The drawing will be held at DogFest at 2:30pm; you do not need to be present to win. You can purchase raffle tickets from any McKinley student, or order them by email. Prizes include: