Nov 20, 2010, 09.13pm IST
http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/kanpur/Canine-beauties-on-the-ramp/articleshow/6961478.cms
KANPUR: On Saturday morning, more than 100 dogs were well-groomed dog were pitted against each other in a dog show held at the Garrison Ground. From cute pomeranians to mighty Great Danes, canines of various breeds were vying for attention. Grabbing the eyeballs of the spectators by the fine lustrous fur or huge built, the show turned out to be quite entertaining.
On display were a range of breeds such as the hounds (beagle, dachshund, greyhound and Rampurhound), the gundog (American cocker spaniel, cocker spaniel, golden retriever, labrador), the utility ones (dalmatians, French bulldog, Lhasa apso, schnauzer, shar pei, smaller German spitz), the working breeds (boxers, bull mastiff, Doberman, mastiff, Neapolitan mastiff, rottweiler) and the pastoral (German shepherd).
The main attraction of the show were huge Great Danes and Saint Bernard, mainly because of size. Kids and their parents enjoyed watching the dogs. The participants were tested on beauty as well as purity of breed. Trials were conducted to judge the brain and brawn of the dogs. Dogs under the toy group like Chihuahua, miniature pincher, pomeranian, Pug and American cocker spaniel paraded before the judges.
The dogs were examined by a veterinary surgeon and certified fit to participate in the show. For Rajesh Kumar, it was a proud moment when his Great Dane won the challenge certificate and became a successful contender for the champions trophy.
