Yep, the Grove in Los Angeles went to the Chihuahuas and many other cannine breeds. Disney set up a stage and runway for owners & their pooches to walk the the runway for the DVD and Blu-ray releases of "Beverly Hills Chihuahua" and "Bolt." Director Robert Vince ("Space Buddies") was also auditioning those cannines for a role in his next "Buddies" movie.

The event was held at the fabulous Grove shopping center on March 7, 2009.

The stars of the show were Papi & Chloe from "Beverly Hills Chihuahua." Always a hit with the crowd, the dogs were perfectly behaved as guests were able to take pictures with them. The doggie contestants walked the runway, delighting the crowd.

"Beverly Hills Chihuahua" is now on DVD and Blu-ray. "Bolt" will be released on March 22, 2009 on DVD and Blu-ray.

Special thanks to the Jackie Cavanaugh and Click Communcations
 
Photos: © William Kallay. All rights reserved.

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St. Patrick's Day comes for this bassett hound   Beagles hanging out with their mommy   This little Chihuahua got a lot of attention   Chloe from "Beverly Hills Chihuahua"   Papi & Chloe pose for pictures   The Chihuahuas were well behaved during picture taking   Papi is always ready for a photo   A girl and her dog The Chihuahua on the left looks crazy, but she actually wasn't -- Her owner said that she was a rescued stray and had lost a leg -- The photographer (me) tried petting her, but I didn't get too close! A puggle puppy A white little dog charmed the audience Yorkshire terrier in its designer sweat suit