By Kate Renner
EUGENE, Ore.--- Show dogs from all over the region pranced around the Lane County Livestock Arena trying to prove they're the best in show. But of the 130 dogs on display the Gold Cup went to an Irish Settler named "Thomas" from Corvallis.
Scoring that top spot means the winner's owners can make a pretty penny when it comes time to breed their dog for new puppies. Dogs are separated into seven categories based on their breed.
If you've ever wondered why the owners run with the dogs? It's to show off the dogs grace and agility.
"To make sure that the judge sees the dog in their natural gait. So walking they don't get to see how well the dogs move especially for herding dogs, they need to move well running and so the judge needs to see them running," says Scott Ogle, International Dog Show Manager.
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CORRECTIONS
The man pictured is Trevor Segelke with his breed: Fila Brasileiro.
Scott ODLE is the man interviewed.
The Gold Cup winner is an IRISH SETTER (the winner could not be shown because the story was filmed in the afternoon before the Best in Show took place).
Irish Setter 1331 "CH Ballyroe On My Honor" is owned by Rosemary Bryant of Corvallis, OR.
Thomas the Irish Setter Wins
At least you could have shown the Irish Setter, Thomas. The dog pictured in you story is not an Irish Setter.