Go here to learn more about the AKC Eukanuba Video Contest: http://www.youtube.com/group/AKCEukanubaContest
The 2009 AKC/Eukanuba National Championship is a two-day event featuring 3,000 of the worlds finest canines going head to head in various competitions all in pursuit of the Best In Show championship. Dogs and their handlers will participate in a range of events including the AKC Agility Invitational, AKC National Obedience Invitational and the breed competitions that will lead to the crowning of the champ. Among the family-fun highlights:
•DOG SENSORY EXHIBIT For the first time you will be able to see, smell and hear exactly like a dog at this multi-sensory exhibit;
•MASSIVE DOG MALL More than 100 products including Swarovski embellished collars, leads and apparel (for dogs and humans); fine designer jewelry (for pets and humans); dog art and collectables; eco-friendly pet collars and accessories; bronze portrait sculptures; handmade dog clothing; and doggie treadmills will be among the items available for purchase at the worlds largest specially constructed dog mall;
•MEET THE BREEDS You will be able to interact with more than 150 different pure breeds and learn about their personalities and temperaments, responsible dog ownership and which breeds best suit your lifestyle;
•LUXURY POOCH PALACE EXHIBIT 10 luxury pooch palaces each designed by a different local nonprofit organization will be displayed;
•SUPER DOG COMPETITION Watch Labradors, Collies and other breeds sail through the air into an indoor pool to see which one goes the farthest in this impressive competition;
•POLICE DOG DEMO They track the scent of criminals, detect illicit drugs carefully hidden and assist in the apprehension of suspects and now these public servants will show off their skills;
•INTERACTIVE EXHIBITS Test your knowledge of the world of dogs by participating in a game show competition much like the popular television hit, Jeopardy;
•CELEBRITY APPEARANCE World-famous Olympic gold medalist Shawn Johnson, an avid dog-lover, will be on hand to greet the public, answer questions about dog ownership, sign autographs and take photos.
For more information call (562) 491-1000
Category: Travel & Events
Every year we watch the dog shows on television, and we "ooh" and "ahhh" over the beautiful dogs and we try to pick which one will be best in show. Here, the Red Dog and Blue Dog are having a bit of a friendly argument over what dog will win. The 2009 Amercian Kennel Club (AKC) Eukanuba National Championship will be held at the Long Beach, California, Convention and Entertainment Center. Tickets are available at www.AKC.org and at Ticketmaster.
ABOUT THE EUKANUBA WORLD CHALLENGE
The American Kennel Club (AKC), the Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI) and Eukanuba share a common passion: to bring out the excellence of dogs.
The 2009 Eukanuba World Challenge offers 48 top dogs from around the the unique opportunity to participate in the 2009 AKC/Eukanuba National Championship in California, Dec. 12-13. All eligible dogs may have competed to win the $50,000 prize for Best in Show.
Dogs also competed for the title of Eukanuba World Champion, with a $10,000 prize. Additional prizes were $3,000 for the runner-up and $2,000 for first runner-up.
The 48 selected dogs, representing countries from around the globe, received an all-expenses paid* trip allowing them to compete at the 2009 AKC/Eukanuba National Championship in the Long Beach Convention Center in California, USA, Dec. 12-13, 2009.
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LOVE THE VID!!! And, I say BORDER COLLIES RULE!!! Even though, I do have hound dogs as well (Dachshunds). I will take any breed beside those terriers, THEY ALWAYS WIN!
MusicIsGirl 1 year ago
It's sad to see the Border Collies added to the list of dogs the AKC exploits for profit.
havenjm 1 year ago
BORER COLLIE! or GERMAN SHEPHERD!
RoxyAgilityRox 1 year ago
fing lame
ZhangyXD 2 years ago
Chinese Crested
nakedratz 2 years ago
Haha! That was hilarious! I think my BC Splashers will join in and not blink her eyes either!
kikopup 2 years ago
haha great!!
AresSuzi 2 years ago
boston terrier!! :D
manmoll43 2 years ago