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Top dog! Malachy the Pekingese wobbles off with best in show at Westminster

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« on: February 17, 2012, 01:01:58 am »

Top dog! Malachy the Pekingese wobbles off with best in show title at Westminster (and the competition looks devastated)

    * Four-year-old pooch was top toy in show's most competitive group
    * Westminster win marks his 115th overall best in show title
    * Beat out a Dalmatian, German shepherd, Doberman pinscher, Irish setter, a Kerry blue terrier and wire-haired dachshund
    * Outside dog owners braked for 'Dogs Against Romney' demonstration criticizing presidential candidate

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This Peke was at his peak.

Malachy the Pekingese wobbled off with best in show tonight at the Westminster Kennel Club, becoming America's dog to the delight of an adoring crowd that called his name.

The four-year-old bobbing pompom won his 115th overall best in show title. He beat out a Dalmatian, German shepherd, Doberman pinscher, Irish setter, a Kerry blue terrier and wire-haired dachshund at Madison Square Garden.

Handler David Fitzpatrick gave Malachy a little help - he carried him a short way onto the green carpet for the final line-up, shortening the long walk the ring. Malachy's pink tongue popped up from his silver-and-white fur, his eyes sparkling like black diamonds as he soaked in the cheers.
Top dog: Malachy, a Pekingese, sits in the trophy after being named best in show at the 136th annual Westminster Kennel Club dog show in New York on Tuesday

Top dog: Malachy, a Pekingese, sits in the trophy after being named best in show at the 136th annual Westminster Kennel Club dog show in New York on Tuesday


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« Reply #1 on: February 17, 2012, 01:03:55 am »



Celebration: Judge Cindy Vogels, right, leads Pekingese Malachy and David Fitzpatrick, co-owner and handler, after they won the best in show prize

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« Reply #3 on: February 17, 2012, 01:05:02 am »




Puppy love! Owners David Fitzpatrick, centre, and Iris Love, right, hold Malachy in left photo, while the furball sits inside his silver bowl in right photo


Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2101203/Westminster-Dog-Show-2012-winner-Malachy-Pekingese-gets-best-title.html#ixzz1mcWhd9kp
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Mayhem: Photographers line up to shoot Pekingese Malachy after winning he won the prestigious title

Judge Cindy Vogels picked the winner as fans hollered for their favourites. The number two show dog in the nation this year was clearly the most popular, and Malachy won after taking the toy group here last February.

 
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The champion at Westminster wins a coveted silver bowl, but not a cent of prize money. Instead, the prestige of this title lasts a lifetime for any owner, and brings a wealth of opportunity in breeding potential.

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Sad eyes: A Dogue de Bordeaux waits to enter the judging ring

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« Reply #6 on: February 17, 2012, 01:07:37 am »




Why the long face? Crush, a Neapolitan Mastiff, sits at the 136th Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show


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Why the long face? Crush, a Neapolitan Mastiff, sits at the 136th Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show


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Chin up, lads: CJ, a Newfoundland, in the backstage area, left, and right, Raaza, a Komondorok, waits to go into the ring

This was the fourth time a Peke won at Westminster, and the first since 1990.

Right before the champion was picked, a woman was stopped by security as she appeared to try to reach the ring. A few years ago, a PETA protest took place in the centre area.

Several top choices lost out early as underdogs ruled the breed judging.

A black cocker spaniel called Beckham who was the nation's number one show dog and a wire fox terrier named Eira picked by many to win proved once again it takes more than a great reputation to own the green carpet.

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« Reply #10 on: February 17, 2012, 01:12:07 am »




Last run! Pekingese, Palacegarden Malachy, far right with handler and co-owner Davi
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Legacy to live up to: This was the fourth time a Peke won at Westminster, and the first since 1990

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« Reply #12 on: February 17, 2012, 01:13:27 am »




Home stretch: Dog Handler Adam Bernardin celebrates with Shadagee Caught Red Handed, an Irish Setter, after the dog won the Sporting Group


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Something to bark about: Kerry Blue Terrier Perrisblu Kennislain Chelsey celebrates with handler Bill McFadden after winning the Terrier Group


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Stride: Protocol's Veni Vidi Vici, a Doberman Pinscher, is seen with his handler while winning the Working Group

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