What was once an event initiated by hunters to show off their gun dogs has become the oldest, most prestigious dog show in the country.
LIVE: Follow updated results, highlights from 2023 Westminster Dog Show
What was once prizes in the form of pearl-handled pistols to use in the field has become a hand-engraved crystal bowl known as the Westminster Legend Trophy.
It's time for the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show once again. Last year, the Best in Show blue ribbon was tied around the neck of a hound. Trumpet the bloodhound beat out more than 3,500 other dogs of 211 different breeds from 49 other states and nine other countries.
The hound group has only managed to win the event six other times. Terriers tend to be the bearer of glory, winning 47 of the 113 awards given out over the years — the event didn't start awarding winners until 1907.
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Who will be named Best in Show this year? Here's what you need to know to watch the 2023 Westminster Dog Show.
What time is the Westminster Dog Show on TV?
- Monday, May 8: 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., 7:30-11 p.m.
- Tuesday, May 9: 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., 7-11:30 p.m.
The Westminster Dog Show will be aired live on Monday, May 8 and Tuesday, May 9 via the Fox family of networks.
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Westminster Dog Show schedule 2023
Below is the full schedule, watch options and air times for the 2023 Westminster Dog Show.
Monday, May 8
| Event | Time (ET) | TV/Streaming |
|---|---|---|
| Breed Judging | 1 p.m.-4 p.m. | FS2, Fubo |
| Group Judging (hound, toy, non-sporting, herding) | 7:30 p.m-11 p.m. | FS1, Fubo |
Tuesday, May 9
| Event | Time (ET) | TV/Streaming |
|---|---|---|
| Breed Judging | 1 p.m.-4 p.m. | FS2, Fubo |
| Junior Showmanship Finals | 7 p.m.-7:30 p.m. | FS1, Fubo |
| Group Judging (sporting, working, terrier) | 7:30 p.m.-11 p.m. | FS1, Fubo |
| Best in Show | *after group judging | FS1, Fubo |
What channel is the Westminster Dog Show on today?
- TV channels: FS1, FS2
FS1 and FS2 will be the main coverage providers for all the action at the 2023 Westminster Dog Show. The broadcast giant has not announced who will be seated at the commentators table, yet.
How to live stream the Westminster Dog Show
- Date: May 8-9
- Streaming options: Fox Now app | Fox Sports app | Fubo | westminsterkennelclub.org
If you don't have access to cable in your household, and are desperately wanting to watch the cutest event in sports, don't worry, the bases are thankfully covered.
There's several options to live stream the 2023 Westminster Dog Show, including through the Westminster Kennel Club's official website and two Fox affiliated apps: Fox Now and Fox Sports. It will also be available for viewing on Fubo, which offers a free trial.