Dubai hosts the 20th Pedigree and Whiskas Pet Show 2008

The four-legged friends will be strutting their stuff at the Nad Al Sheba Racing Club. The show is expected to draw more than 30,000 people from across the UAE and more than 1,000 dogs.

Pet owners can enjoy a great day out with their dogs and learn how best to give them the care and attention they need to live long and healthy lives. Animal lovers can watch the different competitions such as the Pedigree classes as well as the fun obstacle course, as well as learn about different breeds of cats and dogs. Welfare organisations such as K9 Friends and Feline Friends will benefit from a boost to their funds.

From mixed breeds to rare breeds, pampered lapdogs to highly-trained working dogs - pet-owners and animal lovers will see an impressive parade of all that is best in man's best friend.

The event has grown to become the biggest of its kind in the Middle East since it was first staged in 1988.

"The Pedigree and Whiskas Pet Show aims to raise the awareness levels of responsible pet ownership and educate people in the joys of animal companionship, all in a setting that is fun and interactive for the whole family," said Maya Theodory, pet care manager at Mars, the show's sponsors.

Pedigree & Whiskas have been developed by vets and scientists to ensure your pet has the best in balanced nutrition. We have spent the last 60 years developing a range of pet food that gives your pet the variety he wants and loves with the right amount of protein, fiber and vitamins needed at every stage of life.