A dog show and adoption even was recently organized, jointly by the district administration, Zilla Panchayat, Hubballi-Dharwad Municipal Corporation, and the Karnataka Veterinary Association, the event drew a large crowd of dog lovers from across the region.

The ground was filled with around 150 dogs representing 29 different breeds participated in the competitive show. Dogs were grouped into categories such as small, medium, large, and Indian breeds, and were judged on various factors like grooming, obedience, fitness, and overall personality.

Highlights of the day included:

A pet fashion show where dogs strutted their stuff in colorful outfits.
A popular demonstration by the police dog squad, showcasing trained canine skills that wowed spectators.
Recognition of winners, with a German shepherd owned by Sunil Poojari taking the top prize, and other pets also earning special honours.

While the dog show was a major attraction, the adoption drive was also a major part of this event. About 50 animal lovers registered to adopt stray dogs, and by the end of the day, 32 dogs found new, loving homes.

Veterinarians present at the event provided vaccinations to the adopted dogs, ensuring they were healthy and protected against common diseases. New pet parents were also given starter kits with essentials to help them care for their new companions. Organisers announced that free sterilisation services would be made available within a year to support responsible pet ownership and humane population management.