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It’s that time of year again, folks. The world’s most amazing dogs prepare to strut in hopes of getting the best of show at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. The second continuously held sporting event in the United States – behind the Kentucky Derby – has been held in New York since 1877. Let’s take a look at some of the past winners, shall we? Bark twice for YES.
1 out of 26
2019
A title worthy of… King! And that’s exactly who won Best in Show 2019. The Wire Fox Terrier is shown here basking in the glory of his newfound fame.
2 out of 26
2018
Flynn, a tiny Bichon Frize who reigned supreme in 2018, has a face anyone can love.
3 out of 26
2017
Look how majestic Rumor, a gorgeous German Shepherd, looked as he took home the top prize.
4 out of 26
2016
We would like to plant a kiss on the head of CJ, a German Shorthaired Pointer too!
5 out of 26
2015
This little beagle – named Miss P – is the definition of a nice girl, don’t you think?
6 out of 26
2014
Sky, a wired fox terrier, looks straight into our souls – which we’re all about, for the record.
8 out of 26
2012
One has the impression that Malachy, a Pekingese, woke up like this. Look at that fabulous hair!
9 out of 26
2011
This Scottish Greyhound named Hickory is super big and looks like a winner, doesn’t he?
ten out of 26
2010
Sadie, a Scottish terrier, may be the cutest thing we’ve seen all day. Just look at that face!
11 out of 26
2009
We love that Stump, a Sussex Spaniel, doubles as a place to hang out. Much respect to the oldest pup to ever win.
12 out of 26
2008
Look at this good boy! This one is called Uno, a beagle, and he is definitely number 1 in our hearts.
13 out of 26
2007
James, an English Springer Spaniel, receives some well-deserved love from his owner.
14 out of 26
2006
This bull terrier named Rufus looks like a fierce competitor, especially because of his strong build.
15 out of 26
2005
Carlee, a German Shorthaired Pointer, is standing on two legs, either trying to get a treat or trying to do a victory dance with his owner.
16 out of 26
2004
This Newfoundland is called Josh, and he couldn’t be more relaxed to end the evening at the front of the pack.
17 out of 26
2003
Mick, a Kerry blue terrier, is ready to strut after winning the supreme title. Good boy!
18 out of 26
2002
It should come as no surprise that this miniature poodle is named Spice.
19 out of 26
2001
If you think this Bichon Frize named JR looks like a puffball, you’d be absolutely right.
20 out of 26
2000
Samantha, an English Springer Spaniel, won the top prize at the turn of the new millennium.
21 out of 26
1999
We can’t even handle how cute Kirby, a butterfly, looks sitting in this trophy. What a position of power!
22 out of 26
1998
Rocki, a Norwich terrier, had to bark with “Eye of the Tiger” while training for this competition, and it paid off!
23 out of 26
1997
There’s nothing average about this standard schnauzer named Parsifal Di Casa Netzer, especially his name.
24 out of 26
1996
Brady was one of a group of competing doggos, but this clumber spaniel eclipsed all the others.
25 out of 26
1995
Peggy Sue, a Scottish terrier, knows how to strike a pose.
26 out of 26
1994
This little Norwich terrier may be small, but he’s mighty. After all, his name is Willum the Conqueror.
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