UF/IFAS News Release
2-21-00
State 4-H Youth Dog Show Wows Watchers & Teaches Life-Long Lessons.
By: Ami Neiberger (352) 846-0996 ext. 237
Photo 1: Furry Friends Teach Lifelong Lessons
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Auggie, 8, of Riverview in Hillsborough County, relaxes with his dog Tucker after the State
4-H Youth Dog Show at the Florida State Fair in Tampa. Hutton received a white ribbon and said
he had fun. Parents and organizers from the University of Florida's Institute of Food and
Agricultural Sciences say that the event teaches kids lessons that last far beyond the show ring, like
responsibility, discipline and respect for others.
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Photo 2: Getting Ready for the Show
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A member of the Pawprints 4-H Club, Ami, 12, of Oviedo in Seminole County, gets a helping
hand with her ponytail from her mother, Lori Berg, before the State 4-H Youth Dog Show at the
Florida State Fair. Parents and faculty from the University of Florida's Institute of Food and
Agricultural Sciences say that the event teaches kids lessons that last far beyond the show ring, like
responsibility, discipline and respect for others. |
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News organizations can obtain photos by contacting Ami Neiberger, state 4-H public relations coordinator, (352) 846-0996 ext. 237 to request photo. Specify deadline and format needed.
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