Grooming Information

A limited number of reserved grooming spaces will again be available in the Harvey Kern Pavilion, adjacent to the conformation ring. Each assigned 5' x 10' spot will include enough room for two crates and one grooming table and should provide access to electrical power. (Some sharing of electrical power will be necessary.) The cost is $40 per week for each space. Additional adjacent crate space (approximately 30" x 10'), which does not include electrical access, may be reserved for $15 per week.
When reserving grooming space, we encourage you to plan ahead and “buddy up” with friends. By sharing with friends and coordinating the use of the reserved space and electrical resources during the show, you will make it possible for more people to have space to groom in the Kern Pavilion and save money at the same time.
Exhibitors who would like a reserved grooming space next to one another should submit their reservation forms in the same envelope. Other non-reserved grooming space, outside of the Kern Pavilion, with a limited number of electrical outlets, will be available on a first come, first serve basis. However, electrical service at this show cannot be guaranteed without a reservation.
The first postmark date accepted for reserved grooming space or crating space is January 10, 2011. If using expedited delivery services, please waive the signature. Reserved Grooming Request deadline is April 1, 2011. Return forms to Steve Britton.

Request for Reserved Grooming Space

In addition to reserved grooming space, there will be a limited number of spaces (30" x 4') for crates only, available in a reserved crating area in the building. This option is intended for persons with entered dogs who are sharing another exhibitor’s table and/or dryer or for someone entered in obedience or rally who wants a reserved crate space. The cost for a reserved crate space is $15 per week.
Please note that dogs cannot be left in their crates overnight. Also, privately owned generators are not permitted within a 50 foot radius of the Kern Pavilion; high intensity lights or canopies are not permitted inside the grooming area.
The first postmark date accepted for reserved grooming space or crating space is January 10, 2011. If using expedited delivery services, please waive the signature. Reservation deadline is April 1. Contact Steve Britton.

Request for Reserved Crate Space

Unless specified differently in the Judging Program, the grooming areas will be available for set up on Monday, May 3, at 12:00 p.m. (noon).
The grooming building will be open from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily, with the exception of Thursday. That evening the building will be closed for grooming during the Top 20/10 presentation, 8 to 10 p.m., but will remain open an additional two hours, until midnight.

Washing stations with warm water will be set up in an area between the hotel and the Reserved Handler Parking. No bathing or grooming is permitted in the hotel rooms.

In 2001, the Newfoundland National was the first dog show ever held at the Bavarian Inn Lodge. In fact, until that time, no animal had ever been permitted in the hotel. The hotel managers took a chance when it permitted us to hold our Specialty there, and we did not disappoint them. Because our guests took good care of the facilities, the NCA’s positive reputation paved the way for future dog shows. Please do your part to uphold our reputation as considerate guests. Exercise your dogs in designated areas only and use the plastic bags and trash receptacles provided to facilitate clean up. We need everyone’s help in keeping the hotel rooms and show grounds, including grooming areas, clean.