Championship Entry and Vet Slip Deadlines Begin Tuesday
Monday, August 31, 2026
Exhibitors and trainers are reminded that the deadline to enter all championship classes is noon the day before the class is scheduled to be held. Vet slips for each championship class are also due by the same deadline.
For the first time, championship competition at the Celebration will begin Wednesday night, making Tuesday at noon the first championship entry and vet slip deadline.
Participants are encouraged to plan accordingly and make sure both championship entries and required vet slips are submitted by the appropriate noon deadline.
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