The 2023 Edmunds County 4-H Achievement Days will kick off on Wednesday, August 2 with the Dog Show. The dog show will start at 8 a.m. at the 4-H Building in Ipswich.

Dogs and their owners have been practicing since May and will show their skills in obedience, showmanship, agility, and rally. Members are coached by Hannah Holsing. Participation in this show qualifies them to attend the State Dog Show.

The Cat Show will start around 1 p.m. in the front area of the 4-H Building. The members will have their cats judged and be able to enter the showmanship contest.

The public is welcome to at...