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Path to Westminster: Curry Keeps Cooking

by Helena Sung (Subscribe to Helena Sung's posts): Oct 15th 2009 9:00AM Filed Under: Dogs, Pets News, Pet Grooming, Pet Training

Curry practices the "stack" pose. Rob Shuter

Earlier this month, we introduced you to Curry, a strawberry blonde Glen of Imaal Terrier who is hoping to strut her stuff at the prestigious Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show in February 2010. To qualify and be guaranteed a spot at Westminster, Curry must -- by October 31st -- earn enough points to make the list of Top 5 Glen of Imaal Terriers in the country.

The last time we checked in with the three year-old pup and her owner, Bruce Sussman, they were preparing to travel from New York City to Pennsylvania to compete at a four-day competition called "Montgomery Weekend," otherwise known as the "Terrier World Series." The event was Curry's opportunity to acquire more points and solidify her chances at qualifying for Westminster.

So how did Curry fare at Montgomery weekend?

Path to Westminster: Meet Curry, a Glen of Imaal Terrier

by Helena Sung (Subscribe to Helena Sung's posts): Oct 2nd 2009 1:00PM Filed Under: Dogs, Pets News, Pet Grooming, Pet Training

Curry, a Glen of Imaal Terrier, wins Best of Breed and places in the Terrier Group at the Saw Mill River Kennel Club Dog Show in March 2009. Photo: Bruce Sussman

In the world of purebred dog shows, there is no competition as prestigious, or title more coveted, than "Best in Show" at the Westminster Kennel Club All Breed Dog Show.

Founded in 1877, the Westminster Kennel Club (WKC) is the country's oldest organization dedicated to the sport of purebred dogs and the second longest continuously held sporting event in the nation -- second only to the Kentucky Derby.

Just getting your dog accepted to compete at the WKC Dog Show is quite an accomplishment. Only the world's best champion dogs -- who place in the Top 5 in their breed category -- are invited to pre-enter the show, with other champion canines vying for a spot through an application process.

With the October 31st cut-off date to earn a spot at the WKC's 2010 Dog Show fast approaching, Paw Nation is following one canine hopeful in her quest to make it to Westminster.

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Camouflage Animals

Madagascar Day Gecko
The green Madagascar Day Gecko lives in the dry regions of forests in Madagascar and neighboring islands. They usually grow to be between four to six inches long. Their tail makes up almost half of their length.

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Camouflage Animals

Argentine Horned Frog Reptiles
The Argentine Horned Frog, also known as the Horned Frog or Pacman Frog, originated in South America. The green and black amphibian, which can grow up to six inches long, is a popular pets and can live for as long as 10 years.

Camouflage Animals

Walkingstick
The Walkingstick takes its camouflage abilities to the next level by creating the appearance of a stick or twig to hide from predators. While they normally stand still, these insects are able to walk around as though they were a twig caught in the wind. They can be found in tropical forests or woodlands all across the world.

Camouflage Animals

Dwarf Puff Adder
Found in Nambia, the venomous Dwarf Puff Adder hides from the hot desert sun by burying itself in the sand, where only its eyes show.

Camouflage Animals

Stonefish
Often resembling a rock, the brown colored Stonefish camouflages itself perfectly in the ocean. With 13 venomous dorsal spines on its back, the Stonefish can cause tissue damage and respiratory distress, which can lead to cardiovascular shock if left untreated.

Camouflage Animals

Chameleons
Chameleons, the quintessential color-changers, can transform their skin color when their mood, temperature or the amount of light around them is altered. Their hue, which can vary from yellow and pink to brown and black, is also altered when they communicate.

Camouflage Animals

Green Anole
Often confused with chameleons, Green Anoles turn brown when they're stressed or sick. Found in the trees and shrubs of the Southeastern United States, these lizards are popular pets.

Camouflage Animals

The Eastern Wood Frog
The Eastern Wood Frog tricks competitors by changing colors to match its surroundings. Found in North American woodlands, the frog also has a dark black patch from its eye to the base of its front limb that can change colors.

Camouflage Animals