If this is Austin, there must be a dog costume contest and wiener dog race happening somewhere with local TV personality as MC

MC Jim Spencer of kxan.com announces le grand entrance of contestant in last year's Dogtoberfest

Dogtoberfest is a popular one-day fund-raiser for just 8 of the best Austin-based dog rescue groups. More than approximately 2,500 people reportedly attended last year. Festivities include a silent auction, pet demos throughout the day and pet portrait photo booth, plus the Canine Costume Contest and wiener dog race.

10:00 am The Canine Center for Training & Behavior

11:00 am HyCaliber K9's

11:30 am McCormick & Schmick's (homemade dog treats)

12:00 pm Wiener Dog Races

1:00 pm Fit Dog Austin

1:30 pm Austin PD K9 team

2:30 pm Pet Parade

3:00 pm Canine Costume Contest

Wiener Dog Race

The following 8 local rescue groups will benefit from Dogtoberfest 2011:

Austin Boxer Rescue - Austin Dog Rescue - Austin Sheltie Rescue

Central Texas Dachshund Rescue - Heart of Texas Lab Rescue

Hound Rescue - Lifelong Friends Pet Adoptions - WeeRescue