HUGE weekend for dog lovers is fast approaching and no, I am not talking about Valentine's Day. (Although your dog would probably love a valentine). I am talking about the 135th Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show which takes place Monday (Feb 14th) and Tuesday in the Big Apple.
The Hound, Toy, Non-Sporting and Herding groups will be judged on Monday. Sporting, Working and Terrier groups plus Best in Show will be judged Tuesday. TV coverage is from 8-9 PM Monday on USA Network and 8-11 PM on Tuesday on the same network. Live updates are available on the Westminster Web site throughout the day.
Yours truly is not going to the actual dog show, but I will be attending a Pet Writer's conference in New York today that is being held in the Hotel Pennsylvania, directly across the street from Madison Square Garden. Who knows? I might see a few competitors who have checked in early.
The tower of the Empire State Building is even going to be decked out in purple and gold (the colors of Westminster) in honor of the event!! 2,500 dogs are expected and one will be named Best in Show. Maybe this year, a golden retriever will be so honored?
By the way, a rough collie, named Laund Loyalty of Bellhaven, who was Best in Show in 1929, has the distinction of being the youngest dog to ever win the coveted title. Do you remember who won last year? Sadie, that adorable Scottish terrier!
Have fun watching!
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