Typically, Bulldogs are known for being a distinguishable wrinkly, lazy, squishy breed. They aren’t the first breed that comes to mind when it comes to showing dogs.
According to the AKC (American Kennel Club), bulldogs are under the list of “non-sporting” dogs. You won’t see them often as “best-in-show” compared to other breeds like Cocker Spaniels, Poodles, and Dobermans.
But Rudy the bulldog shows that he doesn’t fit in that box. He shows any dog can do it.
This little wrinkly boy stole the show back in 2019 at the Westminster Kennel Club Masters Agility course.
Would you just look at that face! His underbite is so cute!
Going by Rudy for short, Von Rudolph Augustus Perkins has the name fit only for kings. He is definitely a proper and regal boy.
Debra Perkins is Rudy’s mom. When they showed up to the competition and it was their turn, you could tell they were ready to take on the challenge. When the duo was called to the starting line you could see they really meant business.
As soon as Debra gives him the okay, our shining star Rudy goes shooting off, leaping through hoops and charging up the ramp. The crowd loses their minds.
You wouldn’t think this little bulldog would have it in him, but if you watch you can see him moving so quickly. Going at the speed of light, anyone would be wowed by Rudy.
He’s breaking the stereotype of the bulldog breed.
He’s flying through tunnels and soaring over jumps, smiling the whole way through. And his owner Debra is keeping up, giving direction along the way.
He’s such a good boy.
After completing a horseshoe tunnel, he gets a little too excited and jumps the next bar going the wrong way.
His owner tries to guide him in the right direction but he jumps through her legs!
They have a small collision and the audience sighs, but that little mistake doesn’t shake his confidence!
He completes the rest of the course with vigor, giving it his best the whole way through.
“No one expected this out of a bulldog tonight!”
“I agree with you, no one thought a bulldog would come out the way that Rudy just did.”
– Fox Sports Commentators
He gets to the end of the course and the crowd is cheering, even after his 5 faults counted by the judges.
I only saw the one, and even then I still think he’s perfect.
He looks so proud of himself! He’s loving all the camera attention.
I literally can’t get over his little face!
The audience ate him up, and even the commentators were fawning.
“Rudy. Rudy. Rudy.”
“I know, I was waiting for the crowd to chant that.”
“I know, they should have!”
– Fox Sports Commentators
The video has already earned 2.5 million views and thousands of comments from people all over the world who love Rudy’s efforts.
Tons of encouraging viewers left messages about how great he is, or comparing him to their own dogs.
I don’t think most bulldogs move unless food is involved and quite honestly, I can relate.
Someone made a bold statement about Rudy’s agility sport being better than the NFL and NBA and I could not agree more.
The entertainment value of dog shows is unparalleled.
Congrats Rudy, we are all rooting for you! You’ll be sure to get’em next year just keep practicing!
If you’re looking for more wholesome dog content, make sure to check out this 11-year-old trainer who really puts on a show with her 8 talented pups!
To see Rudy give the show dog judges a what-for, watch the video below.
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