Plans to host the 145th Annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show next February in New York City are moving ahead. The safety and well-being of our exhibitors, judges, spectators, and dogs are our first priority. As we work to bring dog lovers the same premier dog show they look forward to each year, planning decisions will be made in accordance with local and state public health guidelines
Due to the Covid19 outbreak and NYC restrictions, our WKC office is closed. All employees are working from home. The best way to reach staff members, until further notice, is via email or voicemail.
Thank you. Be safe and stay well.
THE WESTMINSTER KENNEL CLUB
In 1877, New York was well on its way to becoming the world’s greatest city. This was the year that a group of sporting gentlemen decided that this would be a good time to hold a dog show in Manhattan. It didn’t take long before the Westminster Kennel Club, following the lead of its home town, would be on its way to becoming the world’s greatest dog show.
Our mission is "to celebrate the companionship of dogs while promoting responsible dog ownership, health, and breed preservation."
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