Doberman Pinscher Wins Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show

Penny, a four-year-old Doberman Pinscher took the top prize at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show last night.

It’s the fifth time a Dobie has taken the top prize, the last time was in 1989.

It was also a big moment for Penny’s handler. The New York Times reports: “Her handler, Andy Linton, won best in show in 1989, nearly four decades ago, with a Doberman named Indy. Penny is the fifth member of the breed to win best in show in Westminster’s 150-year history.

Mr. Linton has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. Asked about his health difficulties in a post-show interview, he said, modestly: ‘I had some goals, and this was one of them.’”

Penny Wins Big!

For more from the Times, click here. And to get all the results visit the Westminster Kennel Club’s website.