Have a look at the owner, greed and age of Sage the miniature poodle
At the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, dogs are judged based on their conformity to a written description of the perfect example of that breed.
The Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show is one of a few benched shows in the United States. Dogs must be on exhibit in their designated areas (show benches) throughout the show, except when displayed in the ring, groomed for showtime, or brought outside to urinate or defecate. This style of presentation gives both spectators and breeders the opportunity to see all of the entered dogs.
Who is Sage as the miniature poodle becomes winner of Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show best in show 2024
The miniature poodle named Sage earned the best in show title at the 2024 Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show.
Sage is a three year old female poodle from Houston, Texas. She won the title by beating out over 2,500 other rivals. Her neatly groomed coiffure attracted the crowd. With her even-keeled demeanour and confident presence, it was no surprise that she outlasted her opponents.
The Best in Show winner at the 148th @WKCDOGS Show is Sage the Miniature Poodle! 🏆🐩 pic.twitter.com/Cb4pSr8YLN
— FOX Sports (@FOXSports) May 15, 2024
Kaz Hosaka who is Sage’s handler said, “Hosaka has competed alongside dogs at 45 editions of the Westminster Dog Show, but 2024 will be the last.”
Sage has marked numerous victories on the regional circuit. She also hails from royalty; her great-grandmother, Surrey Spice Girl, won the renowned Best in Show award in 2002, with Hosaka as her handler.
Mercedes the German Shepherd, the herding group winner, took second place as Reserve Best at Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show.
About Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show
The Westminster Dog Show has been entertaining fans of well-groomed puppies and dogs since 1877, making it the second-oldest continually held sports event in the United States behind the Kentucky Derby.
Every year, around 3,000 dogs and their handlers compete in the legendary exhibition. The major competition focuses on how well purebred dogs meet their breed’s requirements.
Dogs from all backgrounds compete in the Masters Agility Championship and Masters Obedience Championship. Of course, Best in Show is the true highlight of the event. The winning dog is picked from the seven group winners. Each group consists of breeds with similar characteristics.
Westminster spans two days and nights. During the day, the dogs compete with other dogs of their breed at Piers 92 and 94. Every Best of Breed (BOB) winner progresses to the Group level.