How Show Dogs Travel
December 1, 2020 No CommentsAs one might assume, traveling with show dogs is a complicated process. From obtaining proper veterinary documentation to finding the perfectly-sized crate, getting the Best in Show winner from one city to another is, unsurprisingly, difficult. In fact, these dogs are subjected to the same travel regulations as all other pets. Their owners, on the […]
Read MoreHotel Pennsylvania: A Surprising Dog Heaven
December 1, 2020 No CommentsThe Westminster Dog Show takes places at Madison Square Garden. The dog-friendly Hotel Pennsylvania sits just across the street, ready for the contestants to arrive. In fact, this hotel houses the majority of competitors for the duration of the show, transforming itself into a dog paradise each February in anticipation of the world’s most famous […]
Read MoreThe Toughest Application on Earth
December 1, 2020 No CommentsThough it is becoming increasingly easier to view the Westminster Dog Show, entering your pooch takes a lifetime of work. The show itself can be a confusing process; benched dogs interact with one another, owners talk to members of the crowd, and spectators follow the procession of groups: sporting, hound, working, terrier, toy, non-sporting, and […]
Read MoreCalling all Westminster Kennel Cub Enthusiasts
December 1, 2020 No CommentsThe Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show is the can’t-miss event of the year for dog lovers around the country. The all-breed conformation show has been held in New York City annually since 1877. Participants are judged against their breed standards in order to see how close they match the ideal breed specimen. These may include […]
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