DOGS will strut their stuff as they compete for a range of titles during a light-hearted family event in aid of two animal charities.

The Foxash Team Fun Charity Dog Show will be held on July 16 at the Waldegraves Holiday Park, in East Mersea.

It will be hosted in aid of German Shepherd Rescue Elite and Scruffy’s Angels and boast a range of stalls, food and drink.

Performing pooches will be able to compete in a variety of classes during the day, including best groomed, cutest puppy, prettiest princess and best pedigree.

Dogs with the waggiest tail, the most appealing eyes, the best coat and scruffiest appearance will also be awarded with a winning rosette.

The event will run from 9.45am until 5pm and the cost to enter a dog into a category will be £2 for non-members and £1.50 for members.

All breeds are encouraged to take part but there will be a special prize given out to the best German Shepherd and German Shepherd cross.

To find out more information about the event either search Foxash Fun Dog Shows on Facebook or contact organiser Louise Jacobs by calling 07729661753.