New York, NY (February 10, 2025) — The Shih Tzu of Monclova, OH handled by Luke Ehricht and co-owned by Luke and Diane Ehricht and Bonnie J. Miller, DVM, won the Toy Group under judge Mrs. Angela Pickett of Chuluota, FL at the 149th Annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show presented by Purina Pro Plan held at Madison Square Garden, “The World’s Most Famous Arena,” on Monday, February 10.
Comet, a 4-year-old male, officially known as GCHP CH Hallmark Jolei Out Of This World, took top honors among the 25 dogs entered in the Toy Group. Westminster sees over 2,500 entries in conformation, with two days of Best of Breed judging from Monday, February 10 – Tuesday, February 11 held at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, culminating with the Group and Best in Show competitions at New York City’s iconic Madison Square Garden.
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The Toy Group was televised live on FS1 from New York City’s iconic Madison Square Garden, the original home of the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. Tune in for the crowning of Best in Show live on FS1 Tuesday, February 11 from 7:00–11:00 p.m. ET. The Empire State Building will illuminate the New York City skyline in Westminster’s iconic purple and gold to celebrate the 149th annual event.
For full results and video, visit westminsterkennelclub.org.
