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Hot dog races

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Houston Dogs Examiner

Flickr, Andrew Martin: Dachshunds all dressed up

You’ve heard of horse races, Greyhound races, pig races, and even sheep races, but have you ever heard of a Weiner dog race? Dachshunds are affectionately known as Weiner dogs or hot dogs and have become extremely popular in the United States, so it’s no surprise that these little hot dogs have their own race.

Petco will be presenting the Inaugural Weiner Dog Races on Saturday, June 13, 2009 at the Sam Houston Race Park – in-between the horse races so it’s a two for one event. The Weiner dog race will also feature a pet costume contest, an awards ceremony, and prize giveaways. And best of all, the hot dog race will benefit the Bruce Kapp Animal Fund

If you own a Dachshund and want your little hot dog to participate, download the registration form by clicking here, or visit the Sam Houston Race Park. The registration fee is $15 and the gates open at 11:30 AM. Please bring your dog’s current shot records.

And if you don’t own a Weiner dog, why not stay for the concert after the show featuring Christopher Cross and the band, America.

For more information: Visit the Sam Houston Race Park located at 7575 N. Sam Houston Parkway West, Houston, Texas 77064. Their phone number is (281) 807-8700.
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Bobbi Leder is a freelance writer with a passion for dogs. Leder has been published with several print and web-based pet magazines including Texas Cats & Dogs, Dog Living, and Tails, Inc. Although she has studied Animal Science at the University of Rhode Island, volunteered at animal shelters,...

Comments

  • jaipi 2 years ago

    how sweet!

  • Christina Majaski-St. Cloud Budget Fashion Examine 2 years ago

    You always have such creative and original dog articles! This is the cutest thing I've ever heard of!

  • Cathy Doheny 2 years ago

    Neat! Makes me want to get a dachshund, just to have one to race! lol
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  • Cheryl Brown - Philadelphia Weight Loss Examiner 2 years ago

    Oh,my. Will someone call an agent for these guys? They are too cute!

  • Amy Tucker, Natural Health Examiner 2 years ago

    I have always wanted to go see this race! Thanks for writing an article and reminding me that I haven't gone yet but need to.

  • Vanessa 2 years ago

    Sounds like a great event for dogs! I think a Hot Dog Race was featured in a PBS documentary not too long ago.

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