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“We have received an overwhelming response from the city’s dog lovers this time,” he said. Children were seen talking selfies with a Persian cat duo that had come all the way from Haryana.From cute Pomeranians to mighty Great Danes, canines of various breeds were vying for attention. While, organisers tested the dogs on various skills and tasks to find the ‘Best of Breed’, their owners remained busy talking to the local residents who thronged the dog show in large numbers.Interestingly, cats too remained a centre of attraction among hundreds of dogs in the show. Pugs, Beagle and Pomeranians are more in demand than bigger dogs,” said Sahil Khanna, a breeder from Saharanpur.The dogs were examined by a veterinary surgeon and certified fit to participate in the show.Navneet Chaudhary, secretary of Doon Valley Kennel Club told TOI that this was the 58th and 59th National Dog Show event in small and big dog category. Dehradun: Over 300 dogs of every colour, size and breed imaginable, dressed in colourful accessories were seen milling around at the Rangers College Ground on the sunny Sunday morning.Fur ball lovers were seen cheering as the animals jumped around enthusiastically at the dog show being organised by the Doon Valley Kennal Club.Though breeds such as Pugs, Pomeranians, and Labradors were a major attraction, a Shih Tzu trio attracted most eyeballs.Amid cheers, dog owners walked around the ground with their pets especially prepared for dog walk..