Pomeranians compete for the judge’s eye during the 48th annual Grand Traverse Kennel Club All-Breed Dog Show and Obedience Trial.
Working breeds, including this group of Boxers, were judged in their element — outdoors.
To the winners go the spoils, as canines and their owners have their photo taken after breed competitions at the Grand Traverse Kennel Club dog show.
Above: Despite all the excitement of several simultaneous rings of competition, not everyone was a captivated audience member.
Below: Cheri Stager of Smith Creek, Mich. vacuums up loose hairs on Murphy, a 10 1/2 year old golden retriever. All the grooming paid off as Murphy won his breed class in veteran competition.
Jamie, a 3 1/2 year old golden retriever yawns during his first obedience trial. The dog, owned by Don Harrison of Lake Orion, also competes in agility competition where he holds several titles.