By Krista Starkovich
The Trestle Inn Food and Saloon held its annual Finn-Minster Dog Show on August 17th, 2024. It is an annual event that celebrates dog’s talents, individualism and personalities. It is a great get together for people who have dogs, love dogs and all animals. Everyone who brought their furry family member joined in on the fun while raising money for a great cause.
The dog show offered many competitive categories for the dogs to enter:
- CUTEST PUPPY
- OLDEST PUPPY
- BEST DRESSED DOG
- BEST SMILE
- WORST TRICK
- BEST HUMAN TRICK
- BEST JUMPER
Many dogs won special trophies, treats and medals, while their owner’s also won prizes. The judges receive not so subtle bribes during the competition, which is a fun way to earn more money for the animals. There were two dogs that arrived at the event together, dressed up in swimsuits with visors. They were a real hit and everyone thought they were hilarious. Of course, they won the best dressed category. A precious pooch named Ariel was the top “dog” of the day, winning the best smile, best in show and the 50/50 raffle. Ariel’s owner donated his winnings from the 50/50 raffle back to the Lake County Humane Society, which was greatly appreciated by all.
There were many different events to participate in, including a silent auction, raffles, a bake sale and hot dogs with fixings. They also had a table set up to paint your own dog bowl.
Sue Amundsen Butler, owner of the Trestle Inn, started the Finn-Minster Dog Show almost 15 years ago. Sue started it because she wanted to help adoptable pets find their forever homes. She also wanted to raise money to assist the Lake County Humane Society in helping and caring for all the abandoned dogs and animals in need. Over the years, Sue has found many abandoned dogs left in the woods, including puppies. A big dog lover, Sue wanted to do what she could to make a difference. Over the years, the annual Finn-Minster
event has been able to raise a lot of money to help the local animals in need and the Lake County Humane Society looks forward to this event every year. It is one of their largest fundraisers. It is also entertaining and a lot of fun for everyone involved. This year Finn-Minster raised $2,110. The Lake County Humane Society currently has some animals up for adoption. Diesel is one of the featured animals looking for his forever home.
Diesel is a 1.5 year old Pit Bull who is lots of fun and loves to play. He has lived with other dogs, has been very well socialized and loves everyone! He does have energy so he will do best in an active home. Diesel is neutered, vaccinated, dewormed and ready for a long life of happiness! If you are interest-ed in adopting a pet to give them a forever home, contact Lake County Humane Society at 218-834-5806.
Don’t forget to check out the upcoming event The Bev Bright Memorial Pet Walk and Family Fun Day! A fundraiser for the Lake County Hu-mane Society. This event will be held at the Lake County Fairgrounds, Sunday September 8th at 1 p.m. You can find more in-formation about this event on their Face-book page. You can also check out their ad on page 2 or pledge form inserted in this week’s Northshore Journal. Make sure to come out next year to the Finn-Minster Dog Show at the Trestle Inn for a good time and a great cause.
