FCI President Dr. Tamás Jakkel chose the Clumber Spaniel male, Sh Ch Vanitonia Soloist, Breeder-Owner-Handled by Lee Cox, as his Best In Show winner at Crufts 2026. ©Anna Szabo / Royal Kennel Club
Best In Show – Sh Ch Vanitonia Soloist, Clumber Spaniel - Owner Mr. L. A. S. Cox Reserve Best In Show – Am/Cro/Fin/ Int Ch Black Majesty Some Say WW24/25 Euw 24/25, Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen - Owner Mrs. I. Raic Photo from Lisa Croft-Elliott
I want to start by congratulating Jorge Olivera and ‘Baby Joe’ for joining the Century Club this past weekend by winning Best In Shows #100, #101 and #102 in Fresno, California. As we all know, this amazing team was #1 Dog All Breeds in 2025. Another fun fact is Baby Joe eclipsed the 100 BIS [...]
1933 Westminster Kennel Club Ribbon
To view the video, please visit https://www.facebook.com/thecaninechronicle/ Thank you Meghann Terrien for taking the Christmas Card Challenge in a different way—giving us a behind-the-scenes look! Behind the scenes: What it really takes to get ONE Christmas card with multiple dogs… • patience • treats • perfect timing • a four-letter word Santa wouldn’t approve of • [...]
And just like that, we start over again! I hope everyone achieved their 2025 goals, and most importantly, that every one of you enjoyed the journey! As we embark upon the 2026 show year and you establish your goals and the path to achieve those goals, please remember that being part of our sport is [...]
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