Jefferson County Fair Showcases Top Talent in Dog, Cat, and Pet CompetitionsThe Jefferson County Fair recently highlighted the hard work and dedication of local youth during the annual Cat, Dog, and Pet Shows. Exhibitors from across the county impressed judges and audiences alike with their handling skills, obedience training, and well-groomed pets.
Dog Agility and Obedience Champions
In dog agility, Jackson Stremsterfer of the Future Leaders 4-H Club took top honors, earning both a blue and purple ribbon along with the Top Dog Agility award. Peyton Freeman of the Ceniteers secured second place, while Anna Hall of the Packwood Trojans claimed third.
Dog handling and showmanship categories saw strong competition. Canaan Freeman (Ceniteers) was named Top Junior Dog Handler, while Anna Hall (Packwood Trojans) earned Top Intermediate Dog Handler. In the senior division, Sydney Stremsterfer (Future Leaders) captured Top Senior Dog Handler.
For obedience, Canaan Freeman also stood out, earning first place and High Scoring Dog – Junior in the intro class. In the Preferred Novice A Class, Peyton Freeman topped the field with a blue ribbon and High Scoring Dog – Intermediate, followed by Sydney Stremsterfer in2nd and Anna Hall in 3rd.
Cat and Pet Winners
Among the feline competitors, Alex Hudson (Leading Hands) received Best of Show Cat with his longhair male entry. Emma Cass (Leading Hands) took first in the shorthair male division.
In the pet category, Abbie Hammes (Future Leaders) and her pet earned Best of Show Pet, while Brogan Mottet (Jefferson County) followed with second place honors.