Chihuahua Races!

Although I have been a Chihuahua for my entire life, I was not aware that Chihuahuas raced. I do sometimes like to run wildly through the house just to amuse everyone. However, I was amazed when Mommy told me we were going to the 2nd Annual Chihuahua Races at Petco in Richardson, Texas.

Immediately I checked the house thoroughly, just to make sure there were no racing shirts or hats that I was going to have to wear. Fortunately, I didn't find any! Well, I love an outing so this seemed like a fine idea, particularly since I wasn't having to dress up for the occasion. Mommy told me I didn't have to race, just watch the other Chihuahuas. That suited me fine since competitive sports are not my forte.

I couldn't believe all the barking! My goodness, what a bunch of noisy dogs! It was pretty warm outside, even though it was morning, so Mommy carried me. I don't like getting my paws dirty, and besides, it is very hard to see over the crowd when you are as short as I am. We got right up in front and could see all the dogs as they left the starting gate and raced to the other end. I am still not sure why they were racing. Someone mentioned prizes but I just watched and Mommy bought me a new toy anyway!

Watching the races was very tiring. I fell asleep in the car on the way home but was fortunately rested enough by the time we got there to have my lunch!