Got a canine companion? Then the All American Dog Show Saturday Oct. 1 is for you. Held at Bailey Road Park, the event runs from 4 pm to 7 pm. On-site registration is $8 per pooch.

The dog show has a variety of contests for our four-legged friends including Best Dressed, Best Kisser, Best Trick (Amateur), Best “Puppy Dog” Eyes, Most Ear-Resistible Ears, Best Coat (Natural), Cutest Puppy (Under 1 year), Cutest Senior (7+ years), Best Spots and Most Unique Tail, as well as All American Dog.

The event is put on by the Cornelius PARC Department. Info: Jody Clark at jclark@cornelius.org or call 704.892.6031 x192.