Meet Presley and his buddy Travis
This page chronicles the story of how a boxer puppy named Presley, with the help of his owner and best friend, Travis, captured the title of "Greatest American Dog" on the CBS reality show of the same name.
Have you ever known a boxer? If you have, then you know how totally captivating they can be. Their loving personalities will win you over every time, and Presley is no exception.
Take a look at those big, dark eyes and the way he cocks his head. Could Presley be the Greatest American Dog? His buddy, Travis, already thinks that he is and want to convince America - and the judges on the CBS reality show Greatest American Dog.
What do you think? Are you a Presley fan? A boxer fan? Want to learn more? Read on!
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Congratulations Presley - You're the Greatest American Dog!
Meet Presley and Travis
Here's the official introduction of Presley and Travis, the boxer, from Greatest American Dog
More about Presley
His official bio, courtesy of the CBS Greatest American Dog site.
Presley loves to play non-stop and his best tricks involve visual commands. Travis describes Presley as hyper, intelligent, affectionate, ultra-friendly and playful. He knows how to shake, stay, heel, lay, back up, kiss and play keep-away on command.STATS ON PRESLEY:
Age: 1.5 years old
Breed: Boxer
Weight: 53 pounds
Color markings: Brindle
Favorite toy: Bone
Best tricks: visual commands
More About Travis
He's single, ladies, and he's a dog lover!
As a Christian, Travis has traveled to Venezuela for the past two summers on mission trips. For fun, he enjoys golf and playing softball (fast and slow pitch). His motto is "Enjoy what you are doing."
Travis is currently single and lives in Los Angeles. His birth date is March 20, 1979.
Travis and Presley's Greatest Adventures . .
. . on "Greatest American Dog"
POLL: Do you think Presley is the Greatest American Dog?
What do you say?
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More about Greatest American Dog
About the show.
Twelve extraordinary teams of dogs and owners from across the nation from "pageant dogs" to those simply trained at home, will live together and compete against each other in challenges that put the owners' ability to train their dogs to the test. Each week, the judges will eliminate one dog and their owner. The last remaining team will walk away with a $250,000 cash prize and the title of GREATEST AMERICAN DOG.Distinguished canine critics Wendy Diamond, Allan Reznik and Victoria Stilwell are the three judges with Jarod Miller hosting.
(from CBS.com)
Watch Presley on Greatest American Dog
We'll add more videos of Presley as they become available.
Watch the Full Episode of Greatest American Dog!
Watch each episode and get a summary of each episode here.
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Greatest American Dog Video: Here's To Man and Woman's Best Friend - CBS.com
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Greatest American Dog Video: Episode 2
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Greatest American Dog Episode 3: The Fast and the Furriest
Elvis and David work hard to shatter Elvis' reputa more...0 points
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Greatest American Dog Episode 4: Top Dog Model
The dogs and owners work with a photographer. An i more...0 points
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Greatest American Dog Episode 5: Dancing With The Dogs - CBS.com
The remaining eight teams of dogs and owners displ more...0 points
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Greatest American Dog Episode 6: Salvador Doggy
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Greatest American Dog Episode 7: The Big Dig
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Greatest American Dog Episode 8: My Dog Can Fly!
The dogs confront an elephant and are given the ch more...0 points
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Greatest American Dog Episode 9: Dog Swap
An injury threatens to pull a canine front-runner more...0 points
Presley Online
(Travis, too.)
- Travis and Presley
- A great site for Travis and Presley fans.
- Travis on MySpace
- Ladies, this is the one you've been looking for.
- Boxer Forum
- Discuss Greatest American Dog.
- Travis & Presley's Facebook Group
- On Facebook? Join Travis and Presley's group!
The Judges!
Boo, hiss!
Just kidding about the boo, hiss, but lots of people don't like the judges. Regardless, each one is a recognized expert on dogs and they really do know what they're talking about (even if they agree to disagree from time to time).
Victoria Stilwell is a world-renowned dog trainer. You may know her from the television series, "It's Me or the Dog."
Allan Reznik has taught and written about dogs for 30 years and is currently editor-at-large for "Dog World" and "Dog Fancy" magazines.
Wendy Diamond is a very active dog advocate, author, and television producer. She often appears on the morning news programs as well as hosts "Lucky Travels" on Animal Planet, among her many other accomplishments.
Wendy's four-legged companion on the show is Lucky, a rescued dog whose credentials list rivals that of his best friend.
Here are some books and magazines written or edited by the judges. No "boo, hiss" here, just good information and advice!
How to Understand Men Through Their Dogs by Wendy Diamond
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How to Understand Women Through Their Cats by Wendy Diamond
Looking for Catwoman? That's great-but what kind? more...0 points
It's Me or the Dog: How to Have the Perfect Pet by Victoria Stilwell
Canine expert Victoria Stilwell shows readers how more...0 points
Dog Fancy (1-year subscription)
Your complete guide to help you better understand, more...0 points
Learn More About the Breed
Presley is a brindle boxer with natural ears. Want to learn more about the boxer dog breed?
Boxer Handbook, The (Barron's Pet Handbooks)
Amazon Price: $10.39 (as of 12/24/2009)
This energetic dog makes a loyal and lovable house pet. Here, with a wealth of handsome photos is information on all aspects of Boxer care and training, from selecting a puppy to caring for a lifelong canine friend.
Titles in Barron's popular Pet Handbooks series instruct pet owners on health care, proper feeding and housing, and other facts important to owners and their pets. All books in this series have high quality, full-color photos, instructive line drawings, and run to an average of approximately 140 pages.
Our Other Favorite Boxer
Meet Rocky
Rocky might not be a contestant, but he's my favorite. It doesn't hurt that he's a member of our family. Here's a picture.Rocky looks a lot like what Presley might look like when he's all grown up and filled out, 80 pounds of pure muscle - and a very long tongue!
Presley T-Shirts and More for Presley Fans!
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Learn about Boxer Dogs
Is a boxer the right breed for you? These books will help you decide.
Boxers are very active dogs that make very loving, loyal companions. Before you commit to a boxer, read and study more about the breed.
Training Your Boxer (Training Your Dog Series) by Joan Walker
When correctly trained, the Boxer is renowned for more...0 points
Boxers for Dummies by Richard Beauchamp
Strong, smart, loyal, and self-assured, the Boxer more...0 points
Boxer Handbook, The (Barron's Pet Handbooks) by J. H. Walker
This energetic dog makes a loyal and lovable house more...0 points
The Everything Boxer Book: A Complete Guide to Raising, Training, And Caring for Your Boxer (Everything: Pets) by Karla Spitzer
With their lovable personalities and easy-going at more...0 points
A New Owner's Guide to Boxers (JG Dog) by Richard K. Tomita
Dog Book Boxer by Tfh Publications - Get Fast Ship more...0 points
BOXER DVD! Includes Dog & Puppy Training Bonus
Pet Video Library Books on Video presents the BOXE more...0 points
Love Boxers?
Tell everyone that you love your boxer dog with these great designs.
I LOVE MY BOXER Sticker (Bumper)
Price: 5.00
I Love My Boxer Women's Tank Top
Price: 17.99
I Love My Boxer Value T-shirt
Price: 12.99
Collectibles for Boxer Lovers
Find the best Boxer dog collectibles on eBay.
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Our Guestbook: Your Turn
Like Presley? Like boxers? Like this lens? Please let us know by leaving a note here!
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- JaguarJulie JaguarJulie Apr 30, 2009 @ 4:20 pm
- Wasn't familiar with Presley and Travis -- what a heart-warming story.
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- glenda glenda Sep 10, 2008 @ 8:21 pm
- I absolutely love Presley & Travis. Have rooted for them from first. Travis, you should definitely wait for the right woman!!!! It's hard enough to keep a marriage going with a lot of love!! Be sure. Watch out for the ones who will be after your money, now, also. They really need to love Presley, too. Take it from me, I'm a Mom. I know these things. Love you and good luck. Give Presley a big hug and kiss from me.
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- Joan4 Joan4 Aug 17, 2008 @ 9:37 pm
- Good luck to Travis and Presley! Fun lens! Thank you!
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- Spook Spook Aug 6, 2008 @ 1:59 pm
- Funnily enough I always thought Boxers were dangerous dogs, until I read this lens. Just goes to show hey. Anyway best of luck to Presley.
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- Susan52 Susan52 Jul 23, 2008 @ 11:34 am
- Hi Poms4Preston,
You should make a fan page for Preston! (Just click on "Create a Lens" at the bottom right of the page.) I agree, Preston is an awesome little dog! Thanks for stopping by!
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- Poms4Preston Poms4Preston Jul 23, 2008 @ 10:15 am
- PresLEY = Greatest American Big Dog
PresTON = Greatest American Little Dog
Tillman = Greatest American Extreme Athlete Dog
Where is the fan page for Laura & Preston???????????!
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- Susan52 Susan52 Jul 22, 2008 @ 7:07 pm
- Dear Sadie Rhoades,
You are very blessed to have a wonderful family who loves and understands boxers! I second your family's suggestion of checking boxer rescue agencies first. Anyone can google "boxer rescue" and the name of their state to find an organization near them. Thanks to your family for stopping by Presley's Squidoo lens!
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- The Rhoades' boxer, Sadie The Rhoades' boxer, Sadie Jul 22, 2008 @ 4:26 pm
- Hi, Were blurbing from sunny Florida!! By the time we take our 4 year old brindle boxer girl named sadie for her walk, we arrive back just in time to watch her new boyfriend Presley on TV. She is very energetic and loves to do the famous boxer wiggle. We rescued her right before she went to the Florida Boxer rescue, which incase you do not know about this website, check it out at www.FLBR.org Go to available boxers and see how many adorable, pure bread boxers they have before you go to a puppy mill. These are beautiful dogs and the people are excellent, they came to our home and interviewed us and made sure we had a yard, etc. for a boxer. We got our Sadie the next week from a family about to surrender her. She is part of our family and BOXERS RULE! Go PRESLEY, Were voting for you!! Love, The Rhoades family.
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- Sarah Belle Sarah Belle Jul 21, 2008 @ 1:04 am
- Presley could be my brother. We share alot with each other besides our colors and personalities. We are lucky to have two parents that love us for the boxers we are. I try to get Sarah to watch Presley but by the time you guys are on shes down for night. Good Luck I have a feeling he will do it! Hes a boxer!!!!!
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- Mel and J Dog Mel and J Dog Jul 17, 2008 @ 11:26 pm
- Boxers are awsome, I hope Travis and Presley win!
My boxer and I are both watching and cheering them on!!
SPOILER ALERT!
Who's been expelled so far on Greatest American Dog? Don't want to know? Stop reading now!
The owner/dog pairs who have been expelled from Canine Academy are listed below, by episode. Click on the links to read their bios.
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Episode 1: Michael and Ezzie
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Episode 2: Elan and Kenji
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Episode 3: David and Elvis
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Episode 4: Ron and Tillman
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Episode 5: Brandy and Beacon
Week 5, did Brandy try too hard or did Beacon not more...0 points
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Episode 6: Laura and Preston
Week 6, paint Laura and Preston sad to leave Great more...0 points
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Episode 7: Beth Joy and Bella Starlet
Week 7, the judges couldn't come to Beth Joy and B more...0 points
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Episode 8: Bill and Star
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Episode 9: Teresa and Leroy
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Episode 10: J.D. and Galaxy
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Episode 10: Laurie and Andrew
Semifinalists Laurie and Andrew, We're glad we wer more...0 points
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Is Tillman the Greatest American Dog?
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