Westminster Kennel Club

The Westminster Kennel Club, established in 1877, is Americas oldest organization dedicated to the sport of dogs. It hosts the iconic, all-breed Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, the second-longest, continuously held sporting event in the U.S. after the Kentucky Derby and, since 1948, the longest nationally televised live dog show. The Clubs mission is to enhance the lives of all dogs by celebrating the companionship of dogs and promoting responsible dog ownership and breed preservation. The Club advocates for purpose-bred dogs, with an understanding that each breed has a legacy and history that deserves to be taught, honored, and preserved. The Club uses education to raise awareness and encourage owners to conscientiously select dogs that are the right match for their families. The annual dog showa conformation competition for purpose-bred dogsand the Masters Agility Championship and Masters Obedience Championshipwhere dogs from all backgrounds are eligible to competemake Westminst...