Ever wonder whether your pure-bred pup has what it takes to be a champion? A visit to the South Florida Fairgrounds this weekend could offer some clues, since it will put you up close and personal with more than 1,000 competitive dogs - from Danes to dachshunds and everything in between.

Champion dogs - who've accumulated a certain number of points in a complicated judging system (and earn the right to put "Ch" - for champion — in front of their names) - are generally gorgeous, healthy, well-behaved specimens. How do their owners do it?  (Click here to view full the article)