National Dog Show 2023
On November 23, 2023, we celebrate the 2023 National Dog Show, an event that has become a tradition on Thanksgiving Day in the United States.
Every year, more than 200 dog breeds compete in this show, allowing audiences to admire the beauty and craftsmanship of different types of dogs.
The National Dog Show Broadcast takes place every fourth Thursday of November and features more than half of the total dog breeds in the world.
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| The 2023 National Dog Show Best in Show winner is a Sealyham terrier named Stache. Ahead of this win, Stache was the No. 2-ranked Terrier and No. 12-ranked All-Breed show dog in America. He has won 49 Best in Show prizes. (Photo: Bill McCay/NBC) |
In these shows, the dogs are judged on how closely they meet the criteria for the breed, including appearance, structure, movement, and temperament.
With a duration of two hours, the show provides an opportunity for breeders, spectators, and dog owners to interact and share information about their pets.
Traces of Dog Show Broadcast History
The National Dog Show began in 1879 as 'The Kennel Club of Philadelphia Dog Show,' organized by The Kennel Club of Philadelphia.
After several years of searching for the right venue, the event settled on the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks, Pennsylvania.
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The broadcast of the National Dog Show began after negotiations between the president of NBC and Wayne Ferguson, head of the Kennel Club. Since then, the event has gained praise and has become a tradition of watching on Thanksgiving Day.
Since gaining popularity, The Dog Show has involved more than 2,000 competitors and 197 dog breeds recognized by the American Kennel Club.
Categories like 'Best of Breed,' 'First in a Group,' and 'Best in Show' brought excitement to the competition.
These broadcasts are always pre-recorded as the original show took place earlier in November.
With over 20 million viewers each year, the show brings together friends, family, and animal lovers to celebrate the beauty and intelligence of dogs.
The broadcast of the National Dog Show is not only an event to see beautiful dogs, but also to celebrate the special relationship between humans and dogs.
With their uniqueness, each dog brings charm and happiness to the small screen, enriching the viewing experience for millions of viewers every year.
Isn't it interesting? The 2023 National Dog Show will provide a different atmosphere this Thanksgiving Day.