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We're Live From the Westminster Dog Show!
By Laura Cross,Shayna Meliker, Feb 11, 2013[View the story "Vetstreet at the Westminster Dog Show" on Storify] Full Article ›
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10 Breeds You Love But the Westminster Judges Don't
By Laura Cross,Shayna Meliker, Feb 6, 2013From America's favorite dog to prized Chinese royal companions, you might be shocked to find out which breeds have never won the Westminster Dog Show. In the 137-year history of the… Full Article ›
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Two Breeds Make Westminster Debut
By Shayna Meliker, Jan 28, 2013For the first time this February, two newly recognized breeds will stand on the Westminster Dog Show stage: the Russell Terrier and the Treeing Walker Coonhound. The breeds, which will compete… Full Article ›
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Backstage at the 2012 National Dog Show
By Laura Cross,Shayna Meliker, Nov 21, 2012The National Dog Show airs on Thanksgiving Day, and while we always look forward to the annual telecast, there are some show moments you won't see as you watch from the comfort of your… Full Article ›
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The 2012 National Dog Show Presented by Purina Airs on Thanksgiving
By Laura Cross, Nov 21, 2012Planning to watch the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade tomorrow? How about some football? Or maybe the season's first showing of It's a Wonderful Life? Well, if you’re an… Full Article ›
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10 Things You Always Wanted to Know About the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show
By Linda Fiorella, Feb 13, 2012With the Super Bowl (and the halftime Puppy Bowl) played out, it's time for the next blockbuster sporting event of the season: the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. Much like their human… Full Article ›
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What Are Former Westminster Best in Show Dogs Doing Now?
By Kim Campbell Thornton, Feb 13, 2012Westminster Kennel Club Best in Show winners typically bow out of their show careers after taking the prestigious prize and go on to produce puppies, become therapy dogs or just master the art of… Full Article ›
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Westminster Dog Show Handlers Share Secrets and Strategies for Winning in the Show Ring
By Kim Campbell Thornton, Feb 9, 2012It looks like an easy job, doesn’t it? Walk a dog into the ring, present him to the judge, take him around the ring a couple times, and walk off with a blue ribbon. Top dog handlers will… Full Article ›
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Catching Up With John O'Hurley and David Frei, Co-Hosts of The National Dog Show
By Arden Moore, Nov 23, 2011On Thanksgiving Day, quarterbacks won’t be the only ones barking signals. From noon to 2 p.m., the best dogs representing more than 170 breeds will vie for top honors in the 10th annual… Full Article ›
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Must-See TV: The 2011 National Dog Show Presented by Purina Airs on Thanksgiving
By Michelle Leifer, Nov 22, 2011In canine-loving households, The National Dog Show Presented by Purina is as much a part of Thanksgiving as turkey and pumpkin pie. For the 10th consecutive year, NBC will air The National Dog Show… Full Article ›
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Meet the Breeds Is This Weekend in NYC
By Kristen Seymour, Nov 18, 2011New York City is going to the dogs! And cats, if we're being technical. Why? This Saturday and Sunday the city hosts the third annual AKC Meet the Breeds, an event featuring 160 dog breeds and 50… Full Article ›