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Saturday 25 May 2013

Crufts 2013

A dachshund meets a Irish WolfHound during at Crufts 2013.
A dachshund meets a Irish WolfHound during at Crufts 2013.
Foxhounds at Crufts 2013 at the NEC, Birmingham.
Foxhounds at Crufts 2013 at the NEC, Birmingham.
An Afghan Hound is groomed during the first day of the Crufts dog show in Birmingham, in central England on March 7, 2013. The annual event sees dog breeders from around the world compete in a number of competitions with one dog going on to win the 'Best in Show' category.
An Afghan Hound is groomed during the first day of the Crufts dog show in Birmingham, in central England on March 7, 2013. The annual event sees dog breeders from around the world compete in a number of competitions with one dog going on to win the 'Best in Show' category.
A Saint Bernard dog rests during the first day of the Crufts dog show in Birmingham, in central England on March 7, 2013. The annual event sees dog breeders from around the world compete in a number of competitions with one dog going on to win the 'Best in Show' category.
A Saint Bernard dog rests during the first day of the Crufts dog show in Birmingham, in central England on March 7, 2013. The annual event sees dog breeders from around the world compete in a number of competitions with one dog going on to win the 'Best in Show' category.
An owner grooms her Airdale Terrier during the first day of the Crufts dog show in Birmingham, in central England on March 7, 2013. The annual event sees dog breeders from around the world compete in a number of competitions with one dog going on to win the 'Best in Show' category.
An owner grooms her Airdale Terrier during the first day of the Crufts dog show in Birmingham, in central England on March 7, 2013. The annual event sees dog breeders from around the world compete in a number of competitions with one dog going on to win the 'Best in Show' category.
An owner rests during the first day of the Crufts dog show in Birmingham, in central England on March 7, 2013. The annual event sees dog breeders from around the world compete in a number of competitions with one dog going on to win the 'Best in Show' category.
An owner rests during the first day of the Crufts dog show in Birmingham, in central England on March 7, 2013. The annual event sees dog breeders from around the world compete in a number of competitions with one dog going on to win the 'Best in Show' category.
An owner arrives with her dog wearing a waterproof suit on the first day of the Crufts dog show in Birmingham, in central England on March 7, 2013. The annual event sees dog breeders from around the world compete in a number of competitions with one dog going on to win the 'Best in Show' category.
An owner arrives with her dog wearing a waterproof suit on the first day of the Crufts dog show in Birmingham, in central England on March 7, 2013. The annual event sees dog breeders from around the world compete in a number of competitions with one dog going on to win the 'Best in Show' category.
A handler wearing a kilt shows his Irish Wolf Hound during the first day of the Crufts dog show in Birmingham, in central England on March 7, 2013. The annual event sees dog breeders from around the world compete in a number of competitions with one dog going on to win the 'Best in Show' category.
A handler wearing a kilt shows his Irish Wolf Hound during the first day of the Crufts dog show in Birmingham, in central England on March 7, 2013. The annual event sees dog breeders from around the world compete in a number of competitions with one dog going on to win the 'Best in Show' category.
A woman walks with five Irish Wolf Hounds during the first day of the Crufts dog show in Birmingham, in central England on March 7, 2013. The annual event sees dog breeders from around the world compete in a number of competitions with one dog going on to win the 'Best in Show' category.
A woman walks with five Irish Wolf Hounds during the first day of the Crufts dog show in Birmingham, in central England on March 7, 2013. The annual event sees dog breeders from around the world compete in a number of competitions with one dog going on to win the 'Best in Show' category.
A Irish Wolf Hound dog rests on the legs of it owner during the first day of the Crufts dog show in Birmingham, in central England on March 7, 2013. The annual event sees dog breeders from around the world compete in a number of competitions with one dog going on to win the 'Best in Show' category.
A Irish Wolf Hound dog rests on the legs of it owner during the first day of the Crufts dog show in Birmingham, in central England on March 7, 2013. The annual event sees dog breeders from around the world compete in a number of competitions with one dog going on to win the 'Best in Show' category.
An Afghan Hound is groomed during the first day of the Crufts dog show in Birmingham, in central England on March 7, 2013. The annual event sees dog breeders from around the world compete in a number of competitions with one dog going on to win the 'Best in Show' category.
An Afghan Hound is groomed during the first day of the Crufts dog show in Birmingham, in central England on March 7, 2013. The annual event sees dog breeders from around the world compete in a number of competitions with one dog going on to win the 'Best in Show' category.
An Afghan Hound is groomed during the first day of the Crufts dog show in Birmingham, in central England on March 7, 2013. The annual event sees dog breeders from around the world compete in a number of competitions with one dog going on to win the 'Best in Show' category.
An Afghan Hound is groomed during the first day of the Crufts dog show in Birmingham, in central England on March 7, 2013. The annual event sees dog breeders from around the world compete in a number of competitions with one dog going on to win the 'Best in Show' category.
An owner arrives with his short haired Dachshund's on the first day of the Crufts dog show in Birmingham, in central England on March 7, 2013. The annual event sees dog breeders from around the world compete in a number of competitions with one dog going on to win the 'Best in Show' category.
An owner arrives with his short haired Dachshund's on the first day of the Crufts dog show in Birmingham, in central England on March 7, 2013. The annual event sees dog breeders from around the world compete in a number of competitions with one dog going on to win the 'Best in Show' category.
An owner arrives with her Afghan Hound wearing a waterproof suit on the first day of the Crufts dog show in Birmingham, in central England on March 7, 2013. The annual event sees dog breeders from around the world compete in a number of competitions with one dog going on to win the 'Best in Show' category.
An owner arrives with her Afghan Hound wearing a waterproof suit on the first day of the Crufts dog show in Birmingham, in central England on March 7, 2013. The annual event sees dog breeders from around the world compete in a number of competitions with one dog going on to win the 'Best in Show' category.
Dogs and their owners arrive to attend the first day of Crufts dog show at the NEC on March 7, 2013 in Birmingham, England. The four-day show features over 25,000 dogs, with competitors travelling from 41 countries to take part. Crufts, which was first held in1891, sees thousands of dogs vie for the coveted title of 'Best in Show'.
Dogs and their owners arrive to attend the first day of Crufts dog show at the NEC on March 7, 2013 in Birmingham, England. The four-day show features over 25,000 dogs, with competitors travelling from 41 countries to take part. Crufts, which was first held in1891, sees thousands of dogs vie for the coveted title of 'Best in Show'.
Dogs and their owners arrive to attend the first day of Crufts dog show at the NEC on March 7, 2013 in Birmingham, England. The four-day show features over 25,000 dogs, with competitors travelling from 41 countries to take part. Crufts, which was first held in1891, sees thousands of dogs vie for the coveted title of 'Best in Show'.
Dogs and their owners arrive to attend the first day of Crufts dog show at the NEC on March 7, 2013 in Birmingham, England. The four-day show features over 25,000 dogs, with competitors travelling from 41 countries to take part. Crufts, which was first held in1891, sees thousands of dogs vie for the coveted title of 'Best in Show'.
Puppie Tiff with other special rescue dogs all rehomed by Kennel Club Breed Rescue organisation, Valgrays Border Collie Rescue, and are taking part in the rescue dog agility at Crufts 2013 at NEC, Birmingham.
Puppie Tiff with other special rescue dogs all rehomed by Kennel Club Breed Rescue organisation, Valgrays Border Collie Rescue, and are taking part in the rescue dog agility at Crufts 2013 at NEC, Birmingham.
A dog arrives wearing a scarf during the first day of the Crufts Dog Show in Birmingham, central England March 7, 2013.
A dog arrives wearing a scarf during the first day of the Crufts Dog Show in Birmingham, central England March 7, 2013.
A Bloodhound during Crufts 2013
A Bloodhound during Crufts 2013
One of the competitors at the Crufts Show in Birmingham
One of the competitors at the Crufts Show in Birmingham
A dog arrives wearing a tiger print coat during the first day of the Crufts Dog Show in Birmingham
A dog arrives wearing a tiger print coat during the first day of the Crufts Dog Show in Birmingham
A judge inspects a long haired Dachshund during the first day of the Crufts Dog Show
A judge inspects a long haired Dachshund during the first day of the Crufts Dog Show
Caroline Sheppard from Kings Lynn with Irish WolfHounds Bliss and Whisper at Crufts 2013
Caroline Sheppard from Kings Lynn with Irish WolfHounds Bliss and Whisper at Crufts 2013
West Highland White Terriers at Crufts 2013
West Highland White Terriers at Crufts 2013
Cirneco dell'Etna hounds at Crufts 2013
Cirneco dell'Etna hounds at Crufts 2013
Two Saluki dogs lie on a bench during the first day of the Crufts Dog Show
Two Saluki dogs lie on a bench during the first day of the Crufts Dog Show
Dusty, a short haired Dachshund, stands with two Deer Hounds during the first day of the Crufts Dog Show
Dusty, a short haired Dachshund, stands with two Deer Hounds during the first day of the Crufts Dog Show
Irish WolfHound during judging at Crufts 2013, NEC, Birmingham.
Irish WolfHound during judging at Crufts 2013, NEC, Birmingham.
Bedlington Terrier before judging at Crufts 2013.
Bedlington Terrier before judging at Crufts 2013.
Long-haired dachshunds during judging at Crufts 2013.
Long-haired dachshunds during judging at Crufts 2013.
A dachshund looks at bloodhounds during Crufts 2013
A dachshund looks at bloodhounds during Crufts 2013
Dogs arrive for Crufts 2013
Dogs arrive for Crufts 2013
A Salauki dog arrives for Crufts 2013
A Salauki dog arrives for Crufts 2013
An Afghan dog arrives wearing a coat on the first day of Crufts 2013
An Afghan dog arrives wearing a coat on the first day of Crufts 2013
Dominico Traversri arrives with his Afghan dog Louis on the first day of Crufts 2013 at the NEC, Birmingham.
Dominico Traversri arrives with his Afghan dog Louis on the first day of Crufts 2013 at the NEC, Birmingham.
Working Sheep dogs Gracie (left) and Belle wait in owner's car ahead of Crufts 2013
Working Sheep dogs Gracie (left) and Belle wait in owner's car ahead of Crufts 2013

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