 While dogs of all shapes and sizes were in Bemidji over the weekend for tail wagging competition, reporter Cheryl Moore takes us into the Paul Bunyan Training Association dog show. This weekend, the Beltrami Fairgrounds went to the dogs. The eighth annual Paul Bunyan Dog Training Association, UKC Confirmation Show, brought out only the best in the Midwest. People love to compete and show off their dog. They love to get their titles for their dogs and then they can go out and brag and they get certificates in the mail. There were tons of huskies and German shepherds, but this year attendees could also spot a few rare breeds in the mix. It's also a great way to ambassador for the breed and get her out there, let people meet her. The pups and their handlers come from many different states and Canada. In the competition, the key is confidence. Every day is different with every judge. Every judge you're going to see differences in placings and different questions and different patterns that they would like you to do. So you just need to be prepared for all the different patterns and questions. Exactly 100 dogs competed in this year's show. Judges say what makes a good show dog is that they're happy out there in the ring. A good show dog is one that wants that win, one that's happy, one that's wagging its tail out there, the handler and the dog are a team. The judges are also looking at temperament and it doesn't hurt to know the most flattering poses. We looked for function and if the dog is built properly to carry out that function and also if the dog moves properly is not sloppy or cowhawked or turning out at defeat. While everyone wants to be best in show, another big part about the event is meeting up with your fellow pup lovers and just appreciating man's best friend. We try and have a fun atmosphere and a fun time and a lot of we see old friends and meet new ones. They put on an amazing event for us so coming four or five hours they make it so worth it. Reporting from Amidji, Shawmore, Lakeland News. The dog show is always held during the second week of September and it's free and anyone can attend. If you enjoyed this segment of Lakeland News, please consider making a tax-deductible contribution to Lakeland PBS.