Crufts 2012 run-up starts
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Kennel Club entry figures for Crufts reveal that around 26,000 dogs will be making their way to NEC in Birmingham from 8-11th March 2012, with a record number of overseas entries. In total 21,029 dogs have been entered into breed judging, Agility and Obedience Championship and the highest ever entry has been recorded for the Breeders’ Competition with 49 teams and 196 dogs entered. Thousands more dogs will take part in other aspects of the competition, including Discover Dogs, Friends for Life and the Good Citizen Dog Scheme ring.
Welcoming the news, Kennel Club Secretary Caroline Kisko said “The Kennel Club and Crufts Committee wish to thank all of those taking part in Crufts 2012 for their support. The record number of overseas entries reflects the truly international flavour of the event. The fact that dog owners come in their tens of thousands to celebrate their dogs on the world’s most famous dog stage is testament to what a special place Crufts holds in the hearts of dog lovers throughout the world. We have the highest ever entry to the Breeders’ Competition, which shows the continued enthusiasm for this aspect of the competition.”
“In addition to the dogs that are entered into the breed judging, Agility and Championship Obedience we welcome thousands of other dogs that are celebrated throughout the show. This includes those dogs in the Discover Dogs area who, alongside their owners, help visitors to find out more about the dog breed that would be best suited to their lifestyle; the dogs that take part in the Good Citizen Dog Scheme ring and of course our hero dogs in the Friends for Life final.”
“Once again, those who cannot make it to the NEC can watch the coverage live on More4 or on the Crufts YouTube channel. We encourage people to follow the Kennel Club on Twitter and Crufts on Facebook, so that they can share their memories with us and keep up to date with the latest news.”
Two independent vets have launched a podcast to help owners strengthen their bond with pets. Dr Maggie Roberts and Dr Vanessa Howie, who have worked in both veterinary practice and major charities, are keen to use their experience to enable people to give pets a better life.
