OWNERS of creatures great and small have been invited to bring their pooches along to Stourport's answer to Crufts.

Canine challengers of all shapes and sizes are expected at the Civic Centre, in New Street, on Sunday for the Mayor's annual charity dog show.

Pets can be entered in 22 different pedigree and novelty categories, with prizes on offer for the top dogs.

The popular show, now in its 12th year, includes judging in classes ranging from best sporting to the dog with the waggiest tail.

Owners can register their four-legged friends on the day, at a cost of £1 per entry, from 11am and judging starts at noon.

All money raised will go to the Mayor's charities - Burlish Olympic and Areley Kings under-13s football clubs.

Stourport mayor, Mike Freeman, said: "It is the first time I would have had the pleasure of attending the event and I am really looking forward to it.

"It has proved to be very popular over the years and we want as many people as possible to come along and take part this year. It promises to be a really good day."

Puppies must be at least six months old to take part and entrants do not have to be Kennel Club registered. For more information about the event, call or text organiser Clive Coomby on 07905 894394.