Bone Appetit: Battle of The Bites

Welcome & Warm-Up (15 min)

Intro & energy set: The MC welcomes everyone, introduces Tandem Vet Care, and explains that the event supports Last Hope K9 Rescue. Quick rundown: Outline how the competition works: judges, criteria, and the fact that the real judges are dogs! Introduce the chefs: Briefly name each chef and restaurant to build anticipation. A “dog walk” intro of the canine judges, complete with playful bios or nicknames.

Meet the Chefs (20 min total)

The MC sits or stands with each chef and judge for a short, lively interview (3–5 minutes each).

The Main Event: Battle of the Bites (30 min total)

The MC introduces the chef and their dish. The chef unveils their limited-edition dog treat concept explaining the ingredients, inspiration, and flavor profile. The dog judges take the stage (one or two at a time) to “sample” the treat while the MC provides playful commentary. Audience reaction and a quick score reveal from the human judges or audience applause meter.