[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 149 (2003), Part 7]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 8664]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




      IN HONOR OF TEDDY, A BULL MASTIFF FROM SANTA ANA, CALIFORNIA

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                          HON. LORETTA SANCHEZ

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, April 7, 2003

  Ms. LORETTA SANCHEZ of California. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to pay 
tribute to Teddy, a bull mastiff from Santa Ana, for winning Best of 
Breed at the Westminister Kennel Club Dog Show in New York City, which 
was held on February 10 and 11, 2003.
  The Westminister Kennel Club Dog Show was initiated 120 years ago to 
increase an interest in dogs, and thus improve the breeds. The dog show 
lasts 2 days and is held annually in New York City.
  The competition features entries from every state and many from 
Canada and other countries as well. Approximately a quarter of a 
million dogs have been in competition at Westminister's shows.
  Teddy was among 2,500 dogs that participated in this year's show.
  As a pet owner and animal lover, I truly appreciate the love and joy 
that animals provide.
  I am very proud of Teddy and owner Carol Beans for their wonderful 
achievement. I wish them continued success in future competitions.

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