What Channel Is the Westminster Dog Show on Today
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BUT with big changes -- including a move from February to June, and a brand new venue.
Due to health concerns, the 2021 Westminster Dog Show was held outdoors. at Lyndhurst Mansion, an historic estate 25 miles north of New York City in beautiful Tarrytown, New York.
2021 Westminster Dog Show - and the winner is ...
Wasabi, the Pekingese, named
2021 Winner Best in Show
Wasabi, the Pekingese, took the top title to be named Best in Show in 2021.
Wasabi's grandfather, Malachy, won best in show in 2012.
Competing against Wasabi in the final round was Bourbon, the whippet, winner of the hound group (and also named runner-up for the second year in a row), Striker the samoyed, winner of the working group; Jade, the German shorthaired pointer, winner of the sporting group; Connor, the Old English sheepdog, winner of the herding group; Boy, the West Highland white terrier, winner of the Terrier group; and Mathew, the French bulldog, winner of the non-sporting group.
2021 Westminster Dog Show TV schedule
Westminster Weekend kicked off with the Masters Agility Championship on Friday, June 11, 2021 followed by the Masters Obedience Championship on Saturday, June 12, 2021.
The big finale? It's the final BEST IN SHOW competition beginning at 8PM ET on Sunday, June 13, 2021 telvised live on FOX.
Viewers also tuned in throughout the weekend to watch the Junior Showmanship, Breed, and Group judging on the Fox Sport Network.
Saturday, June 12,2021
FS2 – Breed judging, junior showmanship preliminaries, and obedience highlights 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. (EDT)
FOX - Masters Agility Championship 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. (EDT)
FS1 - Pre-show 7:00 p.m. (EDT) televised live
FS1 - Group competition 7:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. (EDT) televised live
Sunday June 13, 2021
FS2 – Breed judging and junior showmanship preliminaries from 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. (EDT)
FOX - Pre-show at 7:00 p.m. (EDT) televised live
FOX - Groups and Best in Show from 7:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. (EDT) televised live
Every year, Westminster welcomes new breeds into the fold. This year, watch for them to include the Belgian Laekenois, the dogo Argentino and the barbet.
Tickets for the 2021 Westminster Dog Show traditionally range from $40 - $65 for general admission with the costs climbing to $100 or more for special two-day packages. Due to this year's health concerns, spectators and ticket availability may be limited, so check back here for updates as they are announced.
Getting to the Show
Directions from New York City to Lyndhurst Mansion
Tarrytown is a village 25 miles north of Manhattan on the shores of the Hudson River and dates back to 1645. Its proximity to Sleepy Hollow makes it a favorite of history buffs --- and now with Westminster coming to town -- dog lovers everywhere! Tarrytown is a short ride from Manhattan, and there are two most convenient ways to get there:
By Car
- Take NY-9A N/Henry Hudson Pkwy
- Follow NY-9A N/Henry Hudson Pkwy and I-87 N to White Plains Rd in Tarrytown.
- Take exit 9 from I-87 N
- Take S Broadway to Lyndhurst Museum Lane
By Train
- Frequent Metro North Hudson Line trains that leave daily from Grand Central Station to Tarrytown.
- On arrival at the Tarrytown station, taxis are usually waiting to take you to Lyndhurst Mansion, or call for an Uber or Lyft pickup.
All about the Westminster Dog Show
Now an American institution, the first Westminster Dog Show was held on May 8, 1877 and is the second oldest sporting event in the United States behind the Kentucky Derby which was first run in 1875.
Originally, the Westminster Dog Show (so named because it was held at the Westminster Hotel in Manhattan) was a showcase for the talents of hunting dogs belonging to New York millionaires. Throughout the years the show has grown to feature thousands of dogs representing more than 165 recognized breeds.
Today, those without a ticket to the Westminster Dog Show can still see video clips of the breed competition when they are shot and posted on the official Westminster Dog Show site within two hours of each event. This allows viewers to virtually follow the progression of dogs in each breed as they vie to be Best of Breed and win the right to advance to the Group competition and a chance for Best In Show.
DID YOU KNOW? Westminster Dog Show fun facts
Best in Show record:
Wire Fox Terrier
• The first telecast of Westminster was in 1948.
• In tribute to the Dog Show, the Empire State Building has been lit in the Westminster Kennel Club's traditional purple and gold each February since 2004.
• The Wire Fox Terrier is the record holder with 15 wins for Best in Show at Westminster, the most recent in 2019. Coming in second place overall is the Poodle with nine, and in third place, the Scottish Terrier with eight wins.
• Breeds which have never won at Westminster? They include Golden Retrievers, Labs, Chihuahuas, Dachshunds and Dalmatians.
• There is zero prize money for the best in show, but the owner receives a Best in Show pewter bowl, lucrative breeding contracts, and bragging rights.
More about the Westminster Dog Show around the Web:
Around the Web, find out more about America's premier 'Top Dog' contest with facts and info on the competition, show background history, related wallpapers and screen savers, along with related fun facts and trivia about the Westminster Dog Show ...
The Westminster Kennel Club - Here's the official site with a top notch presentation offering the latest dog show news, video (on show days), ticket purchase information, entry requirements, a complete history with archived show records dating back to 1907, an extensive illustrated guide to dog breeds, past year show highlights and an online shop.
Fox Sports - Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show - Check out the video clips & previews, and background information for this year's show.
The History of the Westminster Dog Show - For dog show newbies, find a great overview featuring an engaging history, the scoring process, and related industry and social events surrounding the show.
What Channel Is the Westminster Dog Show on Today
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