Beginning Feb. 10, more than 3,200 dogs from as many as 202 breeds and varieties will gather at the Westminster Kennel Club to compete in the name of puppy preeminence. This year’s agility contest will feature a Westminster-record 29 mixed-breed dogs, about 9 percent of that competition field.
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Just like last year, coverage of the competition will be spread out among Fox Sports, FS1, Fox Sports Go and Nat Geo Wild.
What channel is the Westminster Dog Show on?
(All times Eastern)
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How to watch in Canada
All events will air on National Geographic.
On what TV channel can I find Nat Geo Wild and FS1?
Nat Geo Wild
Nat Geo Wild is a sister network to the National Geographic Channel, and was first launched in Asia in 2006.
FS1
How to live stream the Westminster Dog Show
The Westminster Dog Show will be shown online this year via Fox Sports Go. The events can be live streamed via the website and the App.
Dog Show controversies and responses
While Westminster annually faces backlash and protests from animal-rights activists who oppose dog breeding, show organizers this year are attempting to emphasize purebred fanciers’ commitment to dogs. A new award will recognize breed clubs for rescuing their breed’s dogs when needed. The first winners will be supporters of the bearded collie, English cocker spaniel and great Pyrenees.
2017 Westminster Dog Show winners
Last year a German Shepherd named Rumor won Best in Show at the 2017 Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. It was the second win for a dog of his breed in the competition’s history. He also won best herder.
Rumor, Best in Show at the 2017 Westminster Dog Show
Other winners included a Norwegian Elkhound (Hound); a Pekingese (Toy); a Miniature Poodle (Non-Sporting), an Irish Setter (Sporting); and a Norwich Terrier (Terrier).
