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The AKC Eukanuba National Championship highlights the excitement of one of the most celebrated dog shows in the nation, bringing together the best purebred dogs under one roof to compete for the elusive "Best in Show" title. Over 3000 dogs from around the country compete for the title of "Best In Show" in the Eukanuba National Championship at the Long Beach Convention Center.

Live for the third year in a row, Animal Planet gave viewers front-row seats to the planet’s greatest dog show, the AKC Eukanuba National Championship. The show was broadcasted live from the Long Beach Convention Center and provided in-depth competition coverage and behind-the-scenes features about the owners, breeders, trainers and handlers.

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