Trumpet the Bloodhound made history on Wednesday night when he was awarded ‘Best in Show’ at the 146th Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. After besting other hounds, the 4-year-old champion from Illinois became the first of his breed to be crowned with the top prize.
In order to climb his way to the top, Trumpet triumphed against six other worthy competitors: a stunningly white Samoyed, friendly French Bulldog, mesmerizingly silky Maltese, glamorous German Shepherd, easy-going English Setter, and lavish Lakeland Terrier.
In an article published by The New York Times, Sarah Lyall and Kris Rhim wrote, “The largest cheers of the evening were reserved for Striker, a charismatic and blindingly white Samoyed who was one of the seven group winners.” Trumpet may have seemed like an unlikely victor compared to showier, more winsome dogs, but he ultimately won judges over with his charming looks and personality.
Heather Buehner, Trumpet’s handler, was stunned when her beloved Bloodhound was declared champion. “There were seven beautiful dogs in that ring. You know, I feel like sometimes a bloodhound might be a little bit of an underdog. So I was absolutely thrilled,” said Heather. She also revealed that, surprisingly, Trumpet had competed in his first dog show just last January.
It is obvious that Trumpet had that special something that can be seen in champion dogs — perhaps he was truly destined for excellence. According to the Guinness Book of World Records, Trumpet’s great-grandfather Tigger once held the record for the dog with the longest ears, proving that greatness runs in the family.
The runner-up at Westminster Dog Show, titled as “Reserve Best in Show,” was awarded to Winston the French Bulldog. Winston is partially owned by Los Angeles Chargers’ defensive lineman Morgan Fox.
According to show organizers, nearly 3,500 dogs took part in the competition for the coveted best in show prize. 2022 marked the second year the Westminster Dog Show has been held at the Lyndhurst Estate in Tarrytown, New York instead of its traditional venue, Madison Square Garden. The relocation occurred due to COVID-19 concerns.
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In order to climb his way to the top, Trumpet triumphed against six other worthy competitors: a stunningly white Samoyed, friendly French Bulldog, mesmerizingly silky Maltese, glamorous German Shepherd, easy-going English Setter, and lavish Lakeland Terrier.
In an article published by The New York Times, Sarah Lyall and Kris Rhim wrote, “The largest cheers of the evening were reserved for Striker, a charismatic and blindingly white Samoyed who was one of the seven group winners.” Trumpet may have seemed like an unlikely victor compared to showier, more winsome dogs, but he ultimately won judges over with his charming looks and personality.
Heather Buehner, Trumpet’s handler, was stunned when her beloved Bloodhound was declared champion. “There were seven beautiful dogs in that ring. You know, I feel like sometimes a bloodhound might be a little bit of an underdog. So I was absolutely thrilled,” said Heather. She also revealed that, surprisingly, Trumpet had competed in his first dog show just last January.
It is obvious that Trumpet had that special something that can be seen in champion dogs — perhaps he was truly destined for excellence. According to the Guinness Book of World Records, Trumpet’s great-grandfather Tigger once held the record for the dog with the longest ears, proving that greatness runs in the family.
The runner-up at Westminster Dog Show, titled as “Reserve Best in Show,” was awarded to Winston the French Bulldog. Winston is partially owned by Los Angeles Chargers’ defensive lineman Morgan Fox.
According to show organizers, nearly 3,500 dogs took part in the competition for the coveted best in show prize. 2022 marked the second year the Westminster Dog Show has been held at the Lyndhurst Estate in Tarrytown, New York instead of its traditional venue, Madison Square Garden. The relocation occurred due to COVID-19 concerns.
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