On December 12, 2001, The AKC and the Iams Company co-sponsored the American Dog Show Classic in Orlando Florida. This was no ordinary dog show! It showcased the Best of the Best in 157 breeds and varieties recognized by the AKC to compete for the coveted Best of Show award. You could not just enter this show, you had to be invited. The winner of this show will walk away with the title NCH (National Champion) and a cash prize of $50,000 not to mention all kinds of other perks.

How did the dogs get invited? The top 20 dogs in each breed, based on breed points accumulated from January 1, 2001 to October 10, 2001 were invited.

This is a very prestigious event in the dog world. And it's coming to Television!!

Animal Planet has taped the event and will be airing it on January 7th 2002 in the evening. I don't know the exact time and would like to watch it. If anyone knows the exact time (eastern) please post it.

Thanks!