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The poised and behaved 2,347 dogs (153 breeds) at this year’s Canfield Dog Show prepared to be honored with Best In Show this past weekend. Vendors around the rings provided everything a dog owner could ever need: reflective dog coats, purple pooper scoopers, feathered hand fans, metal brushes, leather leashes and gourmet treats. Dogs could even get a massage or reiki treatment while they waited for their show time.

It was quite a spectacle. Pet owners meticulously spritzed water on their dogs and teased their hair like professional hairstylists. I must admit that I felt a little inferior walking into a building full of black and white standard poodles that had attitudes to match their bouffant hairstyles.

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Calling all dog lovers…this week is meant for you! Prepare snacks, drinks and treats, because you might want to lounge in front of the television with your loyal friend.

Greatest American Dog

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Newswire Announcement

TORONTO, Feb. 8 /CNW/

Grace, form, hard work, showmanship typically describe Canada’s top athletes. This weekend, those words will describe a special group of top dogs featured on the Purina Show of Champions, airing on TSN Saturday, February 9th at 1:00 pm EST and Sunday, February 10th at 11:30 am EST.

The Purina Show of Champions, Canada’s largest Dog Show, will showcase the Canadian and International dogs chosen to represent the best of their breeds. Similar to other international televised dog shows, such as the US’s Westminster and England’s Crufts, the Purina Show of Champions will bring a premium dog show to Canadians in their homes.

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