Spikes & Chains V1 Fest 2012: Bite into the action

  The excitement is brewing up as El Drako Kennels goes into full gear for the much anticipated event in Saipan this year-the Spikes & Chains V1 Fest 2012: Saipan Bully and All Breeds of Dog Show.

Everyone is invited to bite into the action when Spikes & Chains takes off on July 8, 2012, at the Filcom Pavillion grounds in Susupe. Highlights of the event include a bully/ dog show and bike show that will a bit of everything for all ages. Doors will open at 2pm while the show itself will start at 3pm. Entrance fee is only $2 and children 7 years old and below are free.

The American Bully and Dog Show will feature all kinds of breeds with different categories for Papered American Bully, Non-Papered American Bully, and APBT (American PitBull Terrier) and all kinds of breeds in the Fun Show. Dogs will be categorized under pocket, standard, and XL.

Points will be given to every winner, until they earn enough number of points to be declared champion or grand champion, which they will earn through a series of show or challenges they will participate in.

The idea behind opening the show to all dog breeds and not just to American Bullies is to give all proud dog owners and lovers a chance to show off their pets.

Showing off dogs may seem like nothing more than a beauty pageant. However, a dog show is a process of judging each dog to determine which one conforms most closely to written standards. These standards include specification of structure, temperament and movement.

Just a few reminders to interested participants: Dog owners will be responsible for their pets and should maintain cleanliness in their designated areas or their entry will be disqualified. Face-to-face encounters among dogs is discouraged to avoid possible dog brawls. Available booths for kennel owners is on a first-come, first-served basis. Certificates for all entries will be given at the end of the program.

Tips on proper dog handling will be provided, especially to beginners and those who are still planning to acquire dogs.

This unique festival promises to be a huge hit as it guarantees a family-fun atmosphere and creative presentations by participants. There will be a live band , foods and drinks for sale, big bikes on display, and a raffle draw with a grand prize of an American Bully Puppy. Raffle tickets cost only $5 each.

In addition, there will be a fundraiser to cover all necessary expenses for this event.Called “All Night Happy Hour,” it will be held at the Godfather’s Bar on June 29, 2012, starting at 6:30pm onward. Tickets will be $10 with one free drink and chasers, with a chances to win exciting prizes from sponsors, but most of all a chance to win a free tattoo from MegaVision El Drako Tattoo. All night will be happy hour prices on selected drinks.

Part of the proceeds from the event will be donated to the Marianas Cancer Society. Sponsors are IT&E, TSL Foundation, Power 99, Budweiser, Coca Cola, Borderline, The TRAPP, Konflikt, Pacific Island Club, and Godfather’s Bar.

For sponsorship and other inquiries, call Edong of El Drako Kennel at 233-8288, or email or megavisioneldrako@yahoo.com. Like El Drako Kennel on Facebook to get news and updates about the Spikes & Chains V1 Fest and other exciting events and promotions.