The competition was indeed close in every category, but the three judges made their decisions and the winning animals each got their moment to bask in the applause of at least fifty spectators overflowing the bleachers.

The following winners emerged triumphant in their respective categories, followed by the one dog judged Best in Show. Photos of each dog are shown below their placement, their names and the names of their owners.

Best-looking Puppy

Third place: Yogi Bear, owned by Laura

Second place: Dasher, owned by Emma

First place: Walter, owned by Olivia

Best-looking Adult

            Third place: Tex, owned by Pam

            Second place: Waffles, owned by Ana and Jim

            First place: Bam, owned by Hardy

Best Trick

            Third place: Buddy, owned by Judy

            Second place: Angel, owned by Becky

            First place: Boudreaux, owned by Kaynden

Best Costume

            Third place: Angel, owned by Becky

            Second place: Waffles, owned by Ana and Jim

            First place: Trip, owned by Ryan

Best in Show

            Dasher, owned by Emma