In March, the DogsInCanada.com crew caught up with obedience handler Ikena Hilmayer at the 2009 Purina National. Since then, she has gone on to win her fourth HIT of HITS.

Go behind the scenes at the 2009 Purina National. What’s the difference between obedience and rally obedience? Watch to learn the difference between these two wonderful activities.

Go behind the scenes at the 2009 Purina National. Watch what goes into preparing a dog for a big show.

The 2009 Purina National, held March 13-15, at the Tillsonburg Special Events Centre in Tillsonburg, Ont. The Purina National raises money to support the Canada Kennel Club (CKC) Charitable Foundation.

This video was nominated for a Canadian Online Publishing Award in 2009.