The Setting: New Castle on-Tyne, England
The Date: June 28 - 29, 1859
The Event: The first recognized Dog Show of the Modern Era.
As a treat for our current canine residents we decided to re-enact the first Dog Show with our own awards. Unlike that first show in 1859 which was open to Pointers and Setters only, we opened ours to all breeds (pure and mixed alike).
Our group photo:
Pictured from left to right: Merryday Dalmation on top of Large Truffles Puppy Dog, Medium Truffles Terrier with Tiny Truffles Retriever in front, Small Cordy Roy Dog on back of Medium Cordy Roy Dachshund, Large Chaucer Sheep Dog, and Demartini Dog. Finally, flying through the air with the greatest of ease is the Small Bunglie Mutt who was not thrilled with his lack of award (hence the flying bit).
You can't read the awards in the picture. They were given for Best in Show:
Best in Breed:
Award of Merit:
and Champion:
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