2 Isle of Wight dog owners claimed a coveted Best in Breed prize at Crufts this year.
Carol Mulligan and Becky Mulligan watched Cassie, a Bolognese, wow the judges at NEC Birmingham to hold off stiff competition and qualify for the Best in Group showpiece on the famous green carpet.
But they were unable to go all the way as Orca, a Lagotto Romagnolo from Croatia, clinched the overall Best in Show crown on Sunday night. Owners Javier Gonzalez Mendikote and Ante Lucin had travelled for 25 hours across Europe in order to compete – but the long journey was more than worthwhile after taking home the ultimate accolade.
Organised by The Kennel Club, Crufts is the greatest dog event in the world and celebrates every aspect of the role that dogs play in our lives.
Crufts 2023 took place between the 9th – 12th March 2023 at the NEC Birmingham.
Congratulations on your best of breed
Nice Bolognese, although I prefer some grated Parmesan with mine.