The annual National Dog Show, featuring 2,000 dogs of 205 different breeds, returns on Nov. 28, Thanksgiving Day. The event, sanctioned by the American Kennel Club, is known for showcasing the best in the dog world, with each breed judged on appearance, temperament, and structure.
The annual competition features about 2,000 dogs of 205 different dog breeds all competing for the prestigious title of “Best in Show.” will return on Nov. 28, Thanksgiving Day , featuring about 2,000 dogs of 205 different breeds all competing for the prestigious title of"Best in Show."
The National Dog Show is an open, all-breed show run by the Kennel Club of Philadelphia and authorized by the American Kennel Club , which means that any AKC registered dog can enter to compete. It is known as America’s most prominent and widely-viewed showcase for the sport.Each dog breed in the competition is assigned to one of seven groups representing characteristics and functions the breeds were originally bred for.
The seven groups include sporting, hound, working, terrier, toy, non-sporting and herding. Each dog is judged based on overall appearance, temperament and structure as described in its breed’s official standard. The seven dogs who win"First In Group" from each of the seven categories then go on to compete against one another for the coveted title of"Best In Show" and $20,000.The two-hour show reaches an audience of nearly 20 million viewers each year, and is broadcast nationwide on NBC directly after the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. in all time zones.
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