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Midwest Show
2010 Dates TBA
2010 Location TBA

MidWest Show Home | Last Year’s Show Results

Overview

You will need to follow these steps to show at the Midwest Show:

• If you are not already an AGS member, become a member by .
• Read the Health Page and make plans for your quarantine period and travel.
• Get a Gerbil ID Number for each animal you will be showing.
• Fill out your Show Registration online or send in the mail-in registration, which must be received on or before Thursday, October 22, 2009.
• Read the Please Read pages so you know what to expect at the show and how to prepare for Health Inspection.
• Familiarize yourself with the special pet class rules that apply to this show.

Eligible Animals

Kennels are limited to entering a total of 12 gerbils in the show, with no more than four in each class. Animals born on or after August 1, 2009 and on or before September 19, 2009 are eligible for the Juvenile (Pup) Class for this show. After Thursday, October 22, 2009, no animals may be added or substituted; only scratches are allowed.

Quarantine Requirements

All show participants must adhere to strict quarantine and health standards. Please read the Health Page carefully before registering your gerbils.

On the Show Floor

An AGS Show is a chance for us to demonstrate high quality gerbil care to the public. Your table should convey this message. Tanks and equipment should be clean and serviceable. Animals must have access to water; carrots work for travel and while in the show box, but are insufficient for a show's full duration. We invite you to create educational materials and to decorate and label your tanks in a way that conveys your love for your gerbils. These subtle messages do make an impression on visitors.

At the end of each show day, please clean up your area, dispose of all trash and remove anything but essential equipment to the space below your table. The show organizers will appreciate your willingness to help clean up and secure AGS tables, equipment and merchandise at the end of each day.

Special Pet Class Rules for this Show

As at last year’s Midwest Show, the pet class will occur after winners are announced. This is not part of the regular show but a fun activity for AGS members after the show.

Some of the Pet Class events will include:

• Cardboard Chewing Competition
• Sandbathing Competition
• Hamtrak Race

Sign-up sheets for the Pet Class will be available at the show. For any questions about the Pet Class, please contact Donna Anastasi.

Traveling with Gerbils

If you will be traveling any distance with your gerbils, please read our advice regarding traveling with gerbils before you plan your trip.

Can Someone Else Show My Gerbils For Me?

Members may show up to three gerbils without attending the show themselves. You should only show gerbils that a) have previous show points and are working toward a championship, or b) will be shown in a class or category in which you currently have points and are working toward a Breeder’s Certificate. All gerbils being shown in absentia must be pre-registered and paid in advance. Please read the detailed instructions about showing unaccompanied gerbils before you make your plans.

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Photos from last year’s Midwest Gerbil Show

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