New Dogs at Westminster

And here they are! In alphabetical order, making a total of 187 breeds (199 breeds and varieties).

1. The triple-coated Bergamasco, a medium-sized herding dog, is quick and agile. This dog doesn’t shed and is considered to be hypo-allergenic. Eight Bergamasco champions are entered this year and Bergamasco Numbeer 11 is the winner of the breed who will be on television tonight beginning at 8 pm along with Picardy Number 21.
2. Also in the Herding Group is the Berger Picard or Picardy Shepherd, the dog in the film, “Because of Winn Dixie.” 
3. The Boerboel, a Working Group dog, originated in South Africa and makes a good watch dog.
4. The Cimeco dell’Etna, a hound, is independent, hardy and healthy. This sighthound requires very little grooming and the breed is hundreds of years old, yet new to the AKC. Look for Cimeco Number 8 in the evening program.
5. The curly-coated Lagotto Romagnolo is a truffle hunter in the Sporting Group and has an excellent sense of smell.
6. The all-around Miniature American Shepherd (formerly the mini-Aussie - Australian Shepherd) is sure to become a favorite in the Herding Group and is one of the newest breeds, less than 50 years old. Keep your eye on the Miniature American Shepher Number 20, Best of Breed.
7. And finally, a hearty welcome to the Spanish Water Dog, a curly-coated non-shedding breed, also in the Herding Group. Number 12 will be on television this evening.