Madikeri: More than 100 dogs of various breeds participated in a state-level dog show at Gandhi Maidan in Madikeri on Saturday as part of Yuva Dasara celebrations. Dog enthusiasts from Chikkamagaluru, Mysuru and Bengaluru attended the event with their pets. Participation increased from 90 dogs at the inaugural show held last year. Breeds on display included saluki, boxer, American bulldog, rottweiler, doberman, German shepherd, labrador, golden retriever, dachshund, shih tzu, corgi, pomeranian, pug, Mudhol, Rajapalayam, Belgian malinois, maltipoo, poodle, beagle, dogo Argentino, German pointer, Indian pariah, Weimaraner, dalmatian, chihuahua and great dane.Competitions were held in several categories, including one for dogs aged under six months and separate breed divisions. Category winners advanced to the championship round. The overall winner received Rs 10,000 and a trophy. Inaugurating the event, district veterinary services department deputy director Lingaraju Doddamani said central and state govts had pledged to eradicate rabies in India by 2030. He urged pet owners to ensure their dogs and cats received anti-rabies vaccinations.
