Belfast Championship Dog Show 2023

Yesterday I visited day one of the Belfast Champion Dog Show. It was my first experience of a dog show beyond sometimes watching Crufts on television. I went with my aunt and her sister, and we all really enjoyed it. The first thing we came across was an agility competition in full swing.

A couple of rocket Collies!

 

 

 

A disaster in four images.

 

The agility was spectacular to watch.

But there was plenty more to see - two buildings were the setting for many, many show dog classes. When we first went inside, we came across what should probably be called a flock of Bedlington Terriers.

Further on, we saw the Golden Retrievers.

A lovely Norwegian Elkhound.

A Rhodesian Ridgeback

 

I do love the Borzoi. It was wonderful to see one in person.

The Dachshunds were also in attendance.

 

A lady and her Manchester Terrier.

 

An Afghan Hound waiting for its moment in the spotlight.

 

We went into the second building and met some Cocker Spaniels.

A Rough Collie.

Outside, the agility competition was still ongoing. Plenty of thrills and spills!

 

We returned to the first building. This Whippet was ready for the show ring.

 

A Basset Hound.

 

A Dandie Dinmont Terrier enjoying the view.

 

Peek-a-boo!

 

Just lying around.

 

A very well-behaved Welsh Springer Spaniel.

 

Some Pointers being judged.

No visit to my aunt's would be complete without taking a photo or two of Cousin Holly.

Best in show in our hearts.