Souris Snowfest “Big ol’ Dog Race”
Lace-up your pups’ racing boots and best costume for the first-ever Souris Snowfest “Big ol’ Dog Race”.
The Minot Parks department is hosting the “Big ol’ Dog Race” as a part the 2024 Souris Snowfest taking place at the Souris Vally Golf Course on February 3rd. The race will take place at 3:30pm on the fairway of hole #10. Prizes for speed and costume will be given away. Participation is free but pre-registration is required. Register online at minotparks.com.
1. All dog breeds over 25lbs are eligible for registration. Costumes are encouraged.
2. You must be the registered owner of your dog to race. Proof of ownership may be required.
3. You must be 18 or over to participate or have a legal guardian present. A valid driver’s license may be required to show proof of age.
4. Dogs must be on a leash at all times (except during race).
5. Owners must clean up after their dogs! Please bring along your own “clean-up” gear.
6. Two people must be available during the heat: one at the race gate, and one at the finish line.
7. You may use a toy or treat to entice the dog, but you must stay at each end until your dog comes to you! The toy or treat may not be thrown or tossed. No loud devices, laser pointers or anything that may be distracting to other dogs/owners.
8. You may NOT run alongside the dog.
9. Your dog may step out of bounds but must re-enter and completely cross the finish line, within the boundaries, without being grabbed. If the dog is touched by the handler before completely crossing the finish line, the dog will be disqualified.
10. We reserve the right to disqualify any pet/owner for behavior deemed inappropriate.
11. ALL JUDGE’S DECISIONS ARE FINAL.
12. Failure to abide by the rules above will result in disqualification.
13. You MUST have FUN!
Rules are subject to change based on judge discretion at the event.
2. You must be the registered owner of your dog to race. Proof of ownership may be required.
3. You must be 18 or over to participate or have a legal guardian present. A valid driver’s license may be required to show proof of age.
4. Dogs must be on a leash at all times (except during race).
5. Owners must clean up after their dogs! Please bring along your own “clean-up” gear.
6. Two people must be available during the heat: one at the race gate, and one at the finish line.
7. You may use a toy or treat to entice the dog, but you must stay at each end until your dog comes to you! The toy or treat may not be thrown or tossed. No loud devices, laser pointers or anything that may be distracting to other dogs/owners.
8. You may NOT run alongside the dog.
9. Your dog may step out of bounds but must re-enter and completely cross the finish line, within the boundaries, without being grabbed. If the dog is touched by the handler before completely crossing the finish line, the dog will be disqualified.
10. We reserve the right to disqualify any pet/owner for behavior deemed inappropriate.
11. ALL JUDGE’S DECISIONS ARE FINAL.
12. Failure to abide by the rules above will result in disqualification.
13. You MUST have FUN!
Rules are subject to change based on judge discretion at the event.
