Dogs dance in Durham - Insurance for dogs

Posted : 09-05-2008

Residents in Durham will have the opportunity to see a two-day 'doggie dancing' competition, it has been reported.

Up to 160 dogs and the human partners will attend the event at Teesdale Leisure Centre in Barnard Castle, reports the Teesdale Mercury.

The contest, held on May 24th and 25th, involves owners and off-lead dogs make matching movements in time with music, to demonstrate technique and control.

In addition to the standard style, there is also freestyle section will involves complex footwork and more artistic techniques.

Paul Branch, Teesdale District Council's leisure and culture manager, told the newspaper: "It's going to be an interesting and entertaining weekend.

"We're happy to welcome the competition back to Barnard Castle and look forward to seeing more of this highly skilled discipline."

The hobby is also popular in the US, with a CBS News report estimating that 10,000 people and dogs are involved in doggie dancing.

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