By Jessica Burger
Dachshunds tonight will dash to be crowned "Top Dog" at the 18th Annual Wienerschnitzel Wiener Nationals at neighboring Los Alamitos Race Course.
A tradition and a fundraiser, the event has raised $20,000 through ticket and t-shirt sales, with proceeds going to the Seal Beach Animal Shelter.
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This year more than 80 dogs will dash in the Los Alamitos regionals, but only one will go from "wiener to winner." The official "Top Dog" title comes with a $250 cash prize and a trip to San Diego to compete in this year's Wiener National Finals at the Holiday Bowl.
Admission at the track is $3 for adults, free for all children 17 and older. Parking is free and gates open Saturday at 4:30 p.m. There will be two rounds of races in the evening with the final taking place just after 9 p.m..
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The Los Alamitos Race Course is at 4961 Katella Ave.
Be sure to check out the above video which puts you in the center of the action with an ingenious wiener-cam.
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