Twenty dachshunds competed in the inaugural dash last year, over three heats, before a thrilling final between the top three racers of each heat.
Some competitors were dressed to impress, with dresses, sportswear and even a hot dog costume featuring in the fashions.
The races had everything, with owners charging down the straight to encourage them to run, some dogs running off course and others taking the time to just play with each other.
The final race saw Diane Crofts and her pup ‘Candi-Diana’ claim the victory, and the Deni Dachshund Dash trophy.
Dash organiser and Deniliquin Business Chamber executive member Justine Keech said some lessons were learned from the first races, with slight alterations being put in place this year.
‘‘I would like to say last year was a bit of controlled chaos, but it was simply chaos,’’ Mrs Keech said with a laugh.
‘‘We have a bit more of a plan this year.
‘‘We’ll be encouraging more owner involvement to encourage the dachshund’s across the line, which may require them to do a little bit of running.
‘‘Our fencing will also be a little sturdier, as guidance for the dogs.’’
Registrations will be taken from 10am on the day of the race, with a prize for best dressed as well as a trophy for the ‘‘fastest ‘hund in the hood’’.
Mrs Keech introduced the dash to the Do It in Deni Street Bazaar because of her own love for the breed, and the family’s own little dachshund ‘Kendrick’.
Affectionately known as ‘Kenny’, the little charmer will be among the competitors this year.
‘‘We can put him in, because he’s got no chance of winning,’’ Mrs Keech joked.
‘‘Between Deniliquin and Hay there is a large concentration of dachshunds.
‘‘When we walk ‘Kenny’ we come across so many others, and then when we had the race they came from everywhere.
‘‘Our winner last year came across from Echuca specifically for the race.
‘‘People love dogs, and dog people love to show off their dogs.
‘‘Last year’s race was a lot of fun and a real crowd pleaser, and this year’s will be too.’’
