Chien Charmant – a celebration of the human and canine bond

02nd March 2023

Goodwoof lives to promote the unique bond between human and hound. Chien Charmant is our take on the ‘best in show’ dog show staple. Our judges look for style, swagger and that hard-to-pin-down charisma that exudes from some dogs and their owners and reward it with plaudits and prizes each day at Goodwoof.

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Could Chien Charmant be the coolest canine competition there is? We think so. As unique as Goodwoof is itself, the judging panel looks for that certain something that sets a dog and its owner apart from the pack.

Each afternoon, beside the giant Goodwoof letters with the stunning Grade 1 listed building, The Kennels, as a backdrop, our pre-registered and hand-picked contestants, swing by the judges, answer questions and explain just what their dog means to them.

Entered into three on event categories, Union, Spirit, and Swagger, the judges have the unenviable task of sourcing pairings which show the most wit, personality, bond, charm, charisma and style. The Spirit category winners must be bursting with wit and personality, those considered for the Union prizes share stories packed full of charm and the strength of bond between human and canine, and those in the Swagger group need to effortlessly exude the holy trinity of personality, poise and presence with style and charisma to the fore.

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The final category is judged via our social media channels on Facebook and Instagram @goodwoofdogs. The People’s Choice celebrates all the love that the Goodwoof community has for dogs and those who walk alongside them. It’s easy to vote, just keep an eye on our feeds.

Once points in each category are totalled up, our prize-winners, including those chosen online, are given a set of fabulous prizes, as well, of course, as a special place in Goodwoof history.

Registration is open now. Simply click here to sign you and your hound up if you think you’ve got what it takes to succeed. We can’t wait to see you at Goodwoof.

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