Hundreds of young people gathered at the Labor Cultural Palace in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City to watch a racing competition featuring 80 Welsh Corgis on Sunday afternoon.

In each round, 10 dogs donned numbered jerseys and competed in a thrilling race, much to the excitement of onlookers. 

Participating dogs were well-loved and pampered by their owners, who ensured they were well-hydrated and comfortable before and after races, holding and cuddling them, and even raising banners or transporting them in strollers.

Known for being friendly and sociable, many Welsh Corgis lost focus amidst the crowd and their canine peers, often forgetting their primary task of racing.

As the race began and the barriers opened, while some dogs dashed forward following their owners’ calls, others stopped to interact, urinate, or display aggression.

Despite loud cheers from the pet owners, many distractions rendered their efforts futile. 

Some resorted to using training tools, toys, and teddy bears to lure their pets to the finish line.

The spectacle of the short-legged, chubby Welsh Corgis engaging in humorous antics brought laughter to many attendees. 

Shyer dogs, losing sight of their owners, scanned the surroundings and dashed off upon spotting other dogs. 

According to Nhu, her Xúc Xích (Sausage), a Welsh Corgi that was among the top three in the race’s final round, participated for the first time, prepped by two days of practice.

“I called his name, he ran toward me, and then we ran together,” Nhu explained, describing her training method for her dog.

Truc Linh, the owner of a finalist named Bí Đỏ (Pumpkin), expressed regret when her canine veered off just a meter short of the finish line. 

Linh, who also owns two French bulldogs, brought Bí Đỏ specifically for the Welsh Corgi race.

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