2018 HSLC Tails and Ales Cutest Dog Contest

Join in the fun by entering your Furbaby in the Tails and Ales Cutest Dog Contest!  Judging starts promptly at 2:00 PM for Pints followed by the Growlers.

Registration:  Sign up at the Cutest Dog Registration Table at the event.

Contest Details

  • Entrant’s owner must purchase Tails and Ales Event Ticket.
  • Entrants must be leashed, licensed and present at Tails and Ales 
  • Entries must be submitted no later than 1:45pm.  The contest begins promptly at 2:00pm.
  • There are two weight classes:
    • Pints (35lbs and under)
    • Growlers (36lbs and over)
  • Participant’s number must be pinned to the owner and visible to the judges.
  • Judging Criteria: Entrants will be judged on behavior, character, charisma & uniqueness.  The judges’ decisions will be final.
  • Winners will be announced as soon as the contest is complete.  The winning dogs will pose for a photo. Winners’ name and photo will be included in our post-event press releases and on our website.
  • Prizes awarded to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place in each class.
  • All entrants will receive a goody bag donated from Wags ‘N Barks!
  • All entries are encouraged to walk in the Leesburg Halloween Parade on Wednesday, October 31st with the HSLC car. More information will be handed out after the contest.

Contest Rules

  • All dogs must remain leashed (non-retractable) and be with an adult at all times.
  • Rabies and vaccinations must be current.
  • Dogs must wear I.D. tags at all times.
  • No dogs in heat.
  • No aggressive dogs.
  • Please pick up after your dog – bags will be provided.

Contest Announcer:  Public Information Officer at Loudoun County Public Schools, Wayde Byard

Contest Judges