Hundreds of Bridlington residents and holidaymakers turned out to support a community charity dog show, hosted by the RNLI and Aldgate Vets in the town.
The event, held to raise money to support Bridlington RNLI’s lifesaving work, was staged on the resort’s promenade outside Bridlington Lifeboat Station, and welcomed dog lovers from across the region for a day of family fun, helping to raise almost £800. Visitors enjoyed a packed programme of stalls, refreshments and activities, including a tombola and raffle with prizes from local businesses, and there was chance to meet the RNLI crew and the Aldgate Vets team.
The show attracted almost 50 entries, and was judged by Gina Eagle of local dog training business, K9 Stars. The winners were:
Best Puppy: Yumi the Shitzu.
Best Veteran (9 and over): Bonnie the Labrador
Best Crossbreed: Luna the Cane Corso/Border Collie Cross
Prettiest Girl: Bella the Spaniel
Most Handsome Dog: Toby the Poochon
Waggiest Tail: Luna the Cane Corso/Border Collie Cross
Best in Show: Bonnie the Labrador
Laura Crossland, of Aldgate Vets, said: “Thank you to everyone who helped make the day such a success; our volunteers, exhibitors, local businesses who donated prizes, everyone who entered the dog show, and everyone who came along to support us. It was wonderful to see so many people enjoying the day.
“The sea can be unpredictable, and our local RNLI volunteers do an incredible job keeping people and their pets safe along our coastline. That’s why we’re so proud to support such an important local charity.”
Mike Milner, lifeboat press officer at Bridlington RNLI, said: “Thank you to everyone who came along to support the RNLI. We are incredibly grateful for the generosity shown by the local community and our visitors, as well as everyone who gave their time to help make the event possible.
“Every dog show entry, raffle ticket and donation helps ensure our volunteer crews have the training, equipment and lifeboats they need to save lives at sea. Every pound raised makes a real difference, and we can’t thank everyone enough for their support.”
Aldgate Vets will continue supporting Bridlington RNLI this year with a programme of fundraising events and are also displaying RNLI water safety information at its Bridlington and Driffield practices. Donations to Bridlington RNLI can be made at either practice or via a JustGiving appeal page.