The date is fast approaching for the 2003 AKC/Eukanuba National Championship to be held in Long Beach, Calif., December 2-4, 2003. We hope you are planning to attend - this year's event promises to be truly exceptional, with many exciting additions, including:

* The AKC National Obedience Invitational and the AKC National Agility Championship, which will be held concurrently - for the first time - with the AKC/Eukanuba National Championship

* The Best in Show winner will receive a Suzuki SUV, in addition to the $50,000 cash prize

* International competitors from over 50 countries have been invited to compete

* Competitions for Best Bred-By-Exhibitor at Group and Best In Show levels with significant cash prizes