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Thousands of canines and their owners will gather in Orlando this weekend as North America’s largest dog show returns with tests of agility, obedience, rally, dock diving and conformation to breed standards.

The AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin celebrates its 25th anniversary this year, welcoming dogs from all 50 states and around the world to the Orange County Convention Center on Dec. 13 and 14.

Breed-specific judging and group shows will determine which of 5,557 competition dogs emerges as America’s national champion. The Best in Show competition wraps up the massive event on the final night, determining the winner of a $50,000 prize.

Along with other events — including the AKC/Royal Canin National All-Breed Puppy a

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