NEW YORK (AP) As competitors scramble and spring through the obstacle course, the question is this: Can anyone beat the border collies?
Dogs from the nimble herding breed have won the Westminster Kennel Club's agility competition in each of its two years. Still, organizers say this year's finals Saturday night could be any dog's game.
The contest features 330 dogs representing 76 breeds, from Pomeranians to giant schnauzers. There also are 26 mixed-breed dogs, nearly twice as many as last year. Border collies are the most prevalent, and they're agility powerhouses.
But many participants say they're not too concerned who takes the agility title. They say they're happy just to have fun and showcase their pets' abilities at the nation's most illustrious dog show.
