Going To The Dogs

The new dog show season is about to begin. Over the next year, these owners and handlers will spare no expense, and undergo any hardship, to help the world recognize what they already know in their hearts- their dogs are champions.

Quincy, the golden retriever, takes his first puppy steps into the dog show world, but first there is some training to be done, and not just for the dog. Quincy, the schnauzer, is a good boy for his owner, but will behave in the ring?

Ann Dixon's Bearded Collie is honored as a Purina Champion, while Lauralee and Tim decide how they want to be compensated for breeding their beagle Tigger. Is Lorraine and David's energetic golden retriever, Quincy, ready for the big time?

Owners who wish to properly prepare their pups for dog shows seek out experienced show groomers and energy healers to give their pooches every advantage possible. After all, many variables are considered when choosing a winning show dog.

With the advent of summer brings the outdoor dog show circuit, and this year dog breeder Delilah Kennedy will try her hand as a dog handler. For David Swartwood, it is time for he and Sugar to match, or exceed, last year's performance.

Lorraine's bond with Quincy is so strong she is afraid he will not work well with Graeme Burdon in Quincy's first outdoor dog show. Delilah and Muffy are ready to compete for the top prize at the Bluewater Kennel Club Dog Show.

Everyone gears up for one of the summer's biggest events, The Oxford County Kennel Club Dog Show, and the competition is getting intense.

Allison and Jon take part in the Barrie Kennel and Obedience Club Show, while Lorraine, Graeme, Joanna, and Delilah take part in the indoor/outdoor Trio Kennel and Obedience Club Show. Is there a winner in the pack today?

Everyone is travelling to Sudbury, Ontario for the Sudbury and District Kennel Club Show, the first indoor show after a grueling summer circuit. It is the home stretch of the season, and there is only three months left to earn points.

Win at Best in Show at the Trillium Dog Fanciers Show and these owners and their precious puppies will dance all the way to The Ottawa Kennel Club Dog Show, the grand finale of the season.

The Neilsons meet with the Morgans who seek to bring a bulldog pup into their family to raise and love. Drobel Rojas hopes George, a Scottish terrier, has the right moves on the show floor, and the Boyds bring Princess Di to Pine Ridge.

Priscilla prepares for the Agility Challenge at the Winter Fair, while Lorraine takes her beloved Quincy to experience a canine musical freestyle class. Also, it is time for the Credit Valley Kennel Club Puppy of the Year competition.

Top dogs from across Canada strut their stuff for the goal of winning the Ottawa Kennel Club's Show of Shows. In such a talented field, it is anyone's crown to earn.