Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show: Photos of Adorable Dogs and Their Quirky Owners

Taylor SheaUpdated: May 11, 2020

Behind the scenes at one of the most famous dog shows in the world.

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Ronald Trotta with Schmitty the Weather Dog, Yorkshire terrier

“I’m a meteorologist. We go into schools and teach young kids to be excited about science, mathematics, and fashion, all at the same time!”

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Linda A. Butsch with Sam, corgi

“My husband passed away in ’06. A few years later, the corgis we’d shared passed away too. I went to a breeder, and they had Sam. He saved my life. Just being the perfect dog and being there after … I had a loss, you know. He filled the void.”

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Ruben Santana with King Tut, Pomeranian

“I’m a dog stylist. This is King Tut. He’s a rescue. He was abandoned in my styling salon, and they never came back for him. He charms the hearts of many. It’s a wonderful thing, you know; he can put a smile on anyone’s face. We also have three more.” How did you decide to bring just King Tut? “He’s the lightest.”

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Darius McPhall and Buzz, long coat Chihuahua

“Actually, this is my second job. I’m primarily an accountant.”

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Donna Smith with RT, Irish wolfhound

“We have ten more at home.”

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Jim Butler with Sasha, Tibetan mastiff

“His lion hairstyle is all natural.”

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John Pacino with Mio Figlio, Great Dane

“We call him a Texas Chihuahua.”

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Stacie Stern-Leaphart with Winston, Great Dane

“He’s intimidated by the cat at home. The 15-year-old cat has him under control.”

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Dylan de la Cruz with Sophie, Pug

“Art was my love, I like drawing. Because of my artistic abilities, I applied it to math. I did a number of innovative discoveries in that area. And then I became headmaster at a school for tae kwon do!”

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