Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show

Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show (1948- )

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The Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show is a two-day, all-breed benched conformation show that takes place at Madison Square Garden in New York City annually. The first Westminster show was held in 1877. The first Westminster show was first held on May 8, 1877, making it the second-longest continuously held sporting event in the United States behind only the Kentucky Derby, which was first held in 1875. (Both events were held even during the World War years.) The show originated as a show for gun dogs, primarily Setters and Pointers, initiated by a group of hunters who met regularly at the Westminster Hotel at Irving Place and Sixteenth Street in Manhattan. They decided to create a kennel club called the Westminster Kennel Club specifically for the purpose of holding a dog show. The prizes for these first shows included such items as pearl handled pistols, of use to the hunters and terriermen who worked these dogs in the field.

The USA Network broadcast the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show from 1984 through 2016, with coverage under the auspices of NBC Sports in later years. Sister network CNBC had also aired portions of the event. On July 28, 2015, it was announced that Fox Sports had acquired rights to the event under a 10-year deal beginning in 2017. Coverage will be split between Fox Sports 1 and Nat Geo Wild. David Frei has co-hosted the event since 1990. His partners have been Al Trautwig (1990-1991, 1993), Bud Collins (1992), Joe Garagiola (1994-2002), Mark McEwen (2003-2004), Lester Holt (2005, 2007-2008), Debbye Turner (2006), Mary Carillo (2009, 2011-Present), and Tamron Hall (2010).

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Scheduleevery Monday at 20:00 (180 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
2024-05-14148th Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show - Day 2May 14, 2024
2024-05-13148th Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show - Day 1May 13, 2024
2023-05-07147th Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show - Day 2May 7, 2023
2023-05-06147th Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show - Day 1May 6, 2023
2022-06-22146th Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show - Day 2Jun 22, 2022
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show premiere?

The Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show premiered in 1877.

Was the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show held annually?

Yes, the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show has been held annually since its premiere.

What is the history behind the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show?

The Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show was established in 1877 by a group of sportsmen who wanted to show off their purebred dogs.

Was the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show broadcasted nationally in 1948?

No, the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show was not nationally broadcasted in 1948.

How many breeds participated in the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show in 1948?

It is not mentioned how many breeds participated in the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show in 1948.

Did the 1948 Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show have a Best in Show award?

Yes, the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show has been awarding the Best in Show title since 1907.

Who was the judge of the Working Group in the 1948 Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show?

It is not mentioned who was the judge of the Working Group in the 1948 Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show.

What were the categories in the 1948 Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show?

The categories in the 1948 Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show were Sporting, Hounds, Working, Terriers, Toys, Non-Sporting, and Best in Show.

How many dogs were evaluated by the judges in the 1948 Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show?

It is not mentioned how many dogs were evaluated by the judges in the 1948 Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show.

What was the age requirement for the Junior Showmanship category in the 1948 Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show?

The Junior Showmanship category in the 1948 Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show was restricted to handlers under 18 years of age.

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