The 102nd and 103rd annual Detroit Kennel Club Dog Shows will be held on Saturday and Sunday, February 28 & March 1, 2009. The shows are held at the Cobo Convention Center, One Washington Blvd, in downtown Detroit, Michigan. The breeds are on exhibit on Saturday from 9AM to 5PM and on Sunday from 9AM to 4PM. Judging starts at 9AM each day; all dogs have to be on their benches by 10AM. The best time to visit is between 9AM and 4PM.

Adult tickets are $12; tickets for children under twelve and seniors are $8. Children under two years of age are free. Family packs, two adults and three children, are $35. Tickets are only available at the door.

Pet Supplies Plus is offering a coupon for $5 off the purchase of a family pack. Stop by your local Pet Supplies Plus store and pick up a $5 off coupon for your family.

There are also group discounts available. Any group of 20+ will get $2 off the regular ticket price. To order group tickets contact Carolynn Gleich through email: gleichgroupsales@aol.com or by phone at (248) 540-5206.

There are a limited number of wheelchairs available for spectators. They can be found at the Cobo Center Information Office, located near the Joe Lewis statue. There is no rental charge; however, a state ID or driver's license must be left while the chair is in use.

Questions about the show should be directed to DKC President Erik Bergishagen.