Nilgiris (Tamil Nadu) [India], More than 450 dogs of 56 breeds participated in the 134th and 135th Sheila Nahravar Memorial All Breeds Championship Dog Show at the Government Arts College Ground in Ooty, Nilgiris on Saturday. The three-day event was organized by the South of India Kennel Club (SIKC) which showcased different varieties of dogs.
The show was judged by foreign judges from the Philippines, Taiwan and Singapore. SIKC is the third oldest kennel club in India and aims to improve the standard of pedigree dogs in India. They also work towards the welfare of stray animals and oppose animal cruelty
Thousands of tourists gathered at the event to enjoy the show organized by the district administration. More than 450 dogs of 56 breeds, including German Shepherd, Labrador, Siberian Husky, Beagle and indigenous breeds like Rajapalayam, Kanni and Sippipara, participated. Shows from Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh Mumbai and Delhi.