Taylor Johnson with her Old English Sheepdog named “Sven” won the title of Best Junior Handler under judge Ms. Elizabeth Jordan-Nelson of Sacramento, CA at the 149th Annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show presented by Purina Pro Plan, held at Madison Square Garden, “The World’s Most Famous Arena,” on the evening of Tuesday, February 11. Taylor, handling their […]
The Giant Schnauzer named Monty took home the highest title of Best in Show at the 149th Annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show presented by Purina Pro Plan. Under Judge Paula Nykiel of Washington, Missouri, America’s most prestigious dog show came to a close at Madison Square Garden, “The World’s Most Famous Arena,” on the […]
Show Name: Westminster Kennel Club Location: New York, NY Show Date: Monday & Tuesday, February 10 & 11, 2025 Total Entry: 2525 Best In Show Judge: Mrs. Paula Nykiel Show Photographer(s): John & Andrea Ashbey • Website: johnashbey.com Tyler Crady-Roche • Website: www.allbreedphoto.com JC Photo • Phone: (201) 772-5014 Vicki Holloway • Website: HollowayPhoto.com Candid By Lisa […]
By Amy Fernandez Photo by Lisa Croft-Elliott Nothing brings the marginalization of our sport into sharper focus than Westminster week coverage. There was a time when every major news outlet–especially those based in NYC–sent teams of reporters to cover every Westminster. And sports page coverage began several days prior to the show. The Times archives are a […]
By Amy Fernandez Benching is back at Westminster and not a minute too soon. True, very few clubs have the resources to stage a benched show. However, in these disconnected times, OMG, we need them more than ever. That brings me to the point of this story. Multi-breed Benching, now designated as Agents Benching, has […]
Elizabeth Salewsky – Scene 37, “Showing the bite to the judge” Click here to watch on Canine Chronicle TV!
Elizabeth Salewsky – Scene 19, “The confusion of foreign substances on our dogs” Click here to watch on Canine Chronicle TV!
Elizabeth Salewsky – Scene 20, “Crown Royal vs. Crown Royal” Click here to watch on Canine Chronicle TV!
By Amy Fernandez Photos by Deana Niosi Progressive Dog Club exemplifies NYC zeitgeist. Founded on the cusp of the Great Depression, times have been good and–just as frequently–not so good. Either way, they never thought about saying goodbye. With 100 shows to their credit, this club is a diehard New York institution. And they proved that […]
