October 26-31, 2026

INFO BOOKLET
PREMIUM LIST
NOVELTIES

Show Site
2299 Cherry Valley Rd SE
Newark, OH 43055
https://www.cherryvalleyhotel.com

A place where heartfelt hospitality meets the joy of genuine connection. Framed by the gentle waterfalls and lush leaves of a thriving botanical garden, Cherry Valley Hotel is an invigorating gathering place near Columbus, Ohio, that offers distinctive accommodations and a host of mindful amenities.

CONFORMATION EVENTS

JUDGES
Breed: Donna Beckman
Dogs: Jessica Breinholt
Bitches: Kim LeBlanc
Puppy/Veteran Sweeps: Karen Mammano
Sled Dog Sweeps: Dominic Dibalsi

SHCA

NATIONAL SPECIALTY

  • Pee Wee Showmanship
  • Junior Showmanship
  • Halloween Themed Banquet
  • Farewell Party

SWEEPSTAKES

  • Puppy Sweeps
  • Veteran Sweeps
  • Sled Dog Sweeps

SHCA PRE-NATIONAL SPECIALTY

JUDGE – Cindy Stansell

SHCGC Pre- SPECIALTY

JUDGE – Vicki Allenbrand

PERFORMANCE EVENTS

JUDGES
Rally – Karen Schroeder & Kathleen Sweet
Obedience – Kathleen Sweet & Tamara Woodrow
Agility – Amanda Moller

RALLY & OBEDIENCE

SIBERIAN HUSKIES only
Taking place at the main showsite

AGILITy

Siberian Huskies Only
Incredipaws (26 mins away)

FAST CAT

ALL BREED
Bryn Du Mansion (8 mins away)

EXPLORE!

IN THE AREA

FUN THINGS TO DO

Just a stone’s throw away from Columbus, Licking County manages to capture the allure of Ohio’s natural splendor, with arboretums and natural landmarks scattered throughout the city. A veritable list of cultural attractions—immersive museums, wineries, and theaters—round out the list of things to do in Newark, making it a worthy destination unto itself.

FOR THE Nature LOVERS

Blackhand Gorge State Nature Preserve

FOR THE FOODIES

Dining Options

FOR WINE connoisseurs

Wineries

EVENT SCHEDuLE (TENTATIVE)


Day

Date

Main Site / Ring

Other Locations & Events

Sunday

October 25

IncrediPAWS:
Agility run-throughs

Monday

October 26

Open 12 noon.
Reserved grooming available after all spots have been laid out and marked
Cherry Valley Resort Event Center move-in / set-up
Obedience & Rally rent-a-ring
Matching Hearts Fun Match

IncrediPAWS:
Siberian Agility Trial 1
Siberian Agility Trial 2
Infirmary Mound Park:
Morning pack dog hike
Bryn Du Mansion:
SHCA All-Breed Fast CAT 1
SHCA All-Breed Fast CAT 2

Tuesday

October 27

Performance ring:
SHCA Rally 1
SHCA Rally 2.
Conformation ring (morning/afternoon):
Siberian Husky Club of Greater Cleveland Pre-Specialty
to follow, SHCA Puppy Sweeps

Bryn Du Mansion:
SHCA All-Breed Fast CAT 3
SHCA All-Breed Fast CAT 4
Evening:
Exhibitor seminar(s)
Barrel Room
SHCGC hospitality

Wednesday

October 28

Conformation ring:
Morning
SHCA Veteran Sweeps
Sled Dog Sweeps
to follow, SHCA Pre-Specialty
Performance ring:
SHCA Obedience 1
SHCA Obedience 2
Evening
Top 20 & Juniors Gala

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Thursday

October 29

Conformation ring:
4–6 month puppy
Regular and non-regular dog classes
Brace
Team
Stud Dog
Rescue Parade.
Evening:
SHCA Annual Meeting and Awards

Pulling aptitude test

Performance ring:
AKC Temperament Testing
Trick Dog and CGC testing

Friday

October 30

Conformation ring:
Regular and non-regular bitch classes
Brood Bitch
Parade of Previous SHCA Winners
Winners Dog and Bitch
Halloween Costume Class
Evening:
Halloween-themed banquet (with costume contests)

Judges Education Seminar

Saturday

October 31

Conformation ring:
PeeWee Showmanship
Juniors
Best of Breed
Best of Bred By
Veteran
Puppy
Sled/Dry Land Dog
Event breakdown — building to be cleared by 9 pm

Sunday

November 1

Board Meeting

ACCOMODATIONS

Reimagined with elegant style and immersed in scenic beauty, you’ll find Ohio’s premier destination in Newark located 30 miles northeast of John Glenn International Airport. 
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