Sixth annual Dog d'Alene is Saturday

It's time for the "Day of All Things Dog" in Coeur d'Alene.

The sixth annual Dog d'Alene takes place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at Sixth Street and Sherman Avenue.

The event features pooch-centric vendors and activities, with free admission for dogs and their humans.

During Dog d'Alene, Double J Dog Ranch of Hauser will host the second annual Madd Martha's Ugliest Dog Contest.

The contest is expected to begin at 1 p.m. Dogs will be judged in several categories in addition to ugliest: cutest puppy, best in costume, prettiest female, most handsome male, owner and dog look-alike. Cash prizes will be awarded.

Contest registration is $5, and can be done the day of the event, or online here: ow.ly/wvHSN

Another Dog d'Alene highlight, the Doxie Dash, begins at 2 p.m.

Registration the day of the event is $10 per dog. Mixed "doxie" dogs are also allowed.

Information: bit.ly/RNPc8m.