6 days ago · The 149th annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show is here! As one of the most prestigious and long-standing events in the canine world, it continues to captivate dog lovers everywhere. With a rich ...

3 days ago · Up Close and Personal: The Westminster Dog Show is a flurry of activity, but stopping to take a close look reveals what makes breeds unique. Becoming a Judge: For these canine experts, an ...

Our 149th Annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show presented by Purina Pro Plan is happening February 8, 10-11, 2025. Here is some information to help you plan your trip to New York City!

3 days ago · Sage, the miniature poodle, won the Best in Show honor at the 148th annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show last May, beating over 2,500 dogs of more than 200 different breeds for the ultimate ...

With 22,000 events held each year, there’s a dog sport for every dog — and every owner. Whether you want to just want to watch or actually participate, it’s easy to find an event: To Attend ...

3 days ago · A handler poses with Monty, her giant schnauzer and Best in Show winner of the 149th Annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show at Madison Square Garden on Feb. 11, 2025, in New York City.

At a dog show, or Conformation show, dogs are evaluated and judged based on how well they “conform” to their standard—an extremely thorough written description of each breed, outlining defining breed-specific traits such as size, coat texture, structure, etc. This standard is written by the breed’s “parent club,” and it outlines ...

Nov 12, 2024 · The 2024 National Dog Show airs on NBC on Thanksgiving Day. Here's everything you need to know to watch and stream this year's National Dog Show.

6 days ago · Dog folk often call Westminster the Super Bowl of dog shows, and the comparison might be especially fitting this year. The United States’ most prestigious canine competition opened on the same weekend as pro football’s Super Bowl, which features the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday. The rare coincidence comes after ...

6 days ago · The dog show is coming home. Not that it ever left New York. When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, the Westminster Kennel Club dog show, a longstanding Manhattan event, changed places and seasons. The ...