There were a record number of dogs and their owners this year at the Speight's Dog Derby held at Coronet Peak as part of the American Express Queenstown Winter Festival on Thursday July 3.

Much to the amusement of skiers and boarders on the mountain, 85 dogs jumped onto the chairlifts whisking them to the top of the racetrack.

In breakneck speed with their masters valiantly trying to keep them in check the field of dogs of all shapes, sizes and breeds tore down the course.

Taking out first place was Steven Joyce with his dog Fall second went to Mike Gill with Zig and third to Daniel Price with Lyod.

First female to finish was Sharon Chant and her dog Tap.

Later that afternoon at the Village Green the doggie day continued with the Speight's Dog Barking competition.

The American Express Queenstown Winter Festival is on until Sunday July 6.