The 2018 Buda Weiner Dog Races happened from April 28 to April 29. Dogs socialized and raced while their human counterpart socialized and enjoyed the beautiful sunny day in Buda.
Photo essay by Michael Salas
The 21st annual Buda Wiener Dog Races were held on April 28 and 29, 2018.
The first race commenced at 10 am.
Owners posed with their beloved wiener dogs as they crossed the finish line.
The speedy pups were recorded reaching about 16 mph at the end of each race.
Friends, family members and people from all over the country cheered the dogs on from the sidelines and bleachers as the wiener dogs ran into their owner’s arms.
Friends, family members and people from all over the country cheered the dogs on from the sidelines and bleachers as the wiener dogs ran into their owner’s arms.
Puppy pools were set up just outside of the racing area so the dogs could cool off after they race.
Aside from the exciting races there were many other things to see and do. There were about 100 vendor tents, where you could find things like dog accessories, treats and other goodies.
Pony rides were available for children.
And even a petting zoo was set up with hungry Small goats and calves.
You could compete in carnival games for prizes.
You could compete in carnival games for prizes.
The Saber Guild of Austin held tutorials on how to fight with a light saber just like they do in the Star Wars movies.
Photos by Josue Reynoza
Spectators watching the Buda Weiner dog races.
Weiner dogs racing to the finish line!
Two dogs socializing and enjoying their company.
A dog on a carriage. It’s being treated as royalty.
Hot dogs being cooked to sell at the Wiener Dog Races.
A dog drinking water at a water drinking station,
Spectators looking around the markets and racetrack.
Spectators walking around looking at the open market.
Two besties playing around. They are waiting to be adopted and can’t wait to be adopted!
A canine friend looking at dogs for adoption.
Photos by David West
The theme for 2018 was Wonder Weiner.
Announcers give the play by play of each race.
It was a hot day and some dogs took advantage of supplied pools.
Sometimes racers need to rest their legs.
Racer and owner reunited after the race.
Owners wait at the finish line to encourage their racers.
Little legs carrying little dogs.
Sometimes ears can be a bit of a drag.
A close finish, but a well run race.
All dogs are welcome, even those with big legs.
A winning racer and his owner.
A semi-finalist gets some rest and TLC before racing.
Mixed breed winners.
Contestants prepare to dive in to chicken wings.
The wing eating contest begins and contestants dive in.
Contestants try to eat 15 wings in 3 minutes.
Water was on hand for contestants.
Winner of the Zaxby’s Chicken Wing eating contest.
Sights and Sounds of the 21st Annual Buda Weiner Dog races. Video by David West
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