Through interviews with owners, trainers, judges, breeders and veterinarians, explore the development of a “top dog”.

Dachshunds:
This tenacious little dog has a keen sense of smell and quick, short legs.

Beagles:
Beagles are usually hot on the trail of contraband in airports around the country.

Afghan Hounds:
Dave Frei serves as guide into the complex world of dog shows. Dave and his wife, Sandy, own 15 Afghans, and one of their pups, Cisco, is a leading contender in the Afghan National Show in Virginia Beach.

Rhodesian Ridgeback Dogs:
The Rhodesian Ridgeback darts fast, changes direction in the blink of an eye and zeroes in on a target without hesitation.