Arik Kucheryaviy, 11, smiles for the judge while showing his one-year-old European basset hound named Boris Thursday morning at the combined Walla Walla and Richland Kennel Clubs Dog Show in Kennewick's Columbia Park. The duo were competing in the junior showmanship category during the first day of the four-day annual event. His mother, Valentina, accompanied him to the competition.
Bob Brawdy
bbrawdy@tricityherald.com
The four-day event, which runs through Sept. 28, is organized by the Walla Walla and Richland Kennel Clubs. Hours are daily from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission and parking are free.
A wide variety of breeds will be competing in a variety of events throughout the weekend.
The Tri-City Cluster Dog Show will also have food trucks as well as vendors selling a variety of gear for dogs and their humans.
The annual show has been held along the Columbia River since 1977.
Bob Brawdy is Herald photographer and videographer dedicated to telling the stories of Tri-Citians through his images and videos. He’s worked for the Herald for more than 35 years, starting as an aspiring photographer when he was still in high school.
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