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Scotsman
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Top Show Dogs: These are the 11 breeds of adorable dog that have won most Best in Shows at Crufts
A huge number of us decided to welcome new puppies into our homes over the last few years – Kennel Club figures show dog ownership has soared to record levels. There are a whopping 221 different breeds of pedigree dog to choose from, alongside numerous crossbreeds, so there's plenty of thinking to do before you select your family's latest addition. For all the latest dog news, pictures, advice and information, join our Scotsdog Facebook group here Our lifestyle has a huge bearing on which type of dog will work best for us – if you have limited space you might want to look at small dogs, while the more elderly pet owner should place certain breeds at the top of their wishlist. If you are looking to get involved in the competitive world of dogs shows, however, there are certain breeds that are tried and tested rosette winners. Here are the 10 most successful breeds of all time at the world's greatest dog show – Crufts. Read more: 1 . English Cocker Spaniel If you want the best chance of winning Best in Show then history tells us the English Cocker Spaniels is your best shot. They have won the title on a remarkable seven occasions. Photo: Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales 2 . Standard Poodle The second Crufts quadruple winner is the Standard Poodle - the largest of the three individual Poodle breeds. With their immaculately-groomed coats, Poodles are perhaps many people's idea of a perfect show dog. Photo: Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales 3 . Irish Setter Three breeds have won Crufts on four occasions since the competition was opened to all breeds in 1886 (for five years prior to this, the show was only for terriers). The first is the gorgeous Irish Setter with their eye-catching mahogany red coat. Photo: Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales 4 . Labrador Retriever The Labrador Retriever is regularly crowned the UK's favourite dog (although it's being given a run for its money by the French Bulldog at the moment). It's also a favourite with judges - having won the top prize at Crufts three times. Photo: Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales Related topics: CruftsFacebook
Yahoo
12-03-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Disabled Army veteran searches desperately for missing service dog
The Brief Kerrie Porter says she and her husband were walking their new service dog in their southwest Atlanta neighborhood when some other dogs approached and scared him off. Now, she's asking for the public's help to find him. ATLANTA - A disabled veteran is desperately searching for her missing service dog. What we know Kerrie Porter, a disabled Army veteran, is legally blind. "I served two terms in Iraq," Porter said. She had waited more than a year for her service dog. "He's paired with me for PTSD," Porter said. Topp Dogg K-9 Foundation, which provides service animals for disabled veterans, connected Porter with Bruno just two weeks ago. He's a brown Standard Poodle. "He was just wonderful from the start," Porter. "He's just been an amazing addition to our family." Late Sunday night, Porter and her husband were walking Bruno in their neighborhood along Fielding Lane in southwest Atlanta. "These dogs came down the street, and they were barking," Porter remembered. Bruno got scared and bolted. "He heard it, and he got away from me and my husband ran after him," Porter said. "All I could keep yelling was his name over and over again." What's next On Tuesday, Porter, her family and the people from Topp Dogg canvassed the neighborhood. "These service dogs provide invaluable support," said Sheila Rashad, Top Dogg's executive director. "It's extremely heartbreaking. It's very troubling that Bruno is out there somewhere. We're just hoping and praying that someone will see this and bring Bruno back," Rashad said. Porter is now depending on the kindness of neighbors. "It's definitely not helping my anxiety level, that's for sure," Porter said. "I would really love for him to be returned." What you can do Bruno was last seen wearing a red service animal vest and a blue collar with his name and porter's phone number on it. Call that number if you find the dog, or call the police if you have any information on where he could be. The Source FOX 5 Atlanta reporter Christopher King
