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Two newly AKC-recognized breeds will make their debut at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show June 18-22, 2022. A medium-sized, versatile farm dog from Hungary, the Mudi is a loyal protector of property and family. The Russian Toy is a small, squarely built toy dog that is elegant, athletic, and cheerful. This brings the total number of eligible breeds and varieties to enter Westminster to 211.
Once a breed is recognized by the American Kennel Club it is then eligible to enter the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. For the owners of these breeds, showing in the breed classes at Westminster for the first time is indeed a historical event. The Best of Breed winner then goes into the record books as the first of their breed to appear on the green carpet in the evening Group competition at Westminster.
Background on the Mudi Breed
The Mudi is a loyal protector of property and family. Originally bred to herd the most stubborn sheep and cattle, the breed is courageous, alert, and intelligent. The are a true working dog with a wavy-to-curly, self-cleaning coat and a gait that covers a lot of ground. The Mudi is joining the Herding Group.
Background on the Russian Toy Breed
A favorite breed of the Russian aristocracy, the Russian Toy can have a smooth or long coat. Their large round eyes and high-set ears contribute to their bright, attentive expression. The Russian Toy is joining the Toy Group.
For the original post on Westminster Kennel Club moving to the historic Lyndhurst Estate in Tarrytown, New York again this year, see below:
New Date and Location for 2022 Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show