Doberman and friend: Elise Gustafson of Liberty Township shows off her doberman named Mia during the Porter County Fair Dog Show on Thursday afternoon. Elise will be a Junior at Chesterton High School this fall and her parents are Tim and Debbie.

(Tribune photo by Dana Gilbertson)

Ready to Show: The Porter County Fair is underway and many stopped by to enjoy the preview day on Thursday. Preparing to show their dogs during the dog show on Thursday afternoon are the Ringas brothers of Chesterton. Pictured keeping cool on a 90 degree day are Colin Ringas, 8th grader with dog Madison and Daytin Ringas, 7th grader with dog Lily. Both boys and dogs will be showing in the obediance, showmanship, and agility categories. (Tribune photo by Dana Gilbertson)

All Dressed Up for the Fair: Chesterton High School 2008 graduate Chelsea Gustafson of Liberty Township walks the Porter County Fair Dog show ring during the Sr. Showmanship category of the show with her 7 year old Brussels Griffon. Chelsea also ran for Porter County Fair Queen during the Pageant on Thurday evening. Chelsea will be attending Purdue University this fall. (Tribune photo by Dana Gilbertson)

Posted 7/18/2008