The white fluff ball rose to the top of the pack among 2,800 entrants at the annual show held at Madison Square Garden in New York.
A bichon frise named Flynn was the surprise pick for best in show at the 142nd Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show at Madison Square Garden in New York, taking honors as the nation’s top dog.
According to The Associated Press “Fans who had been loudly shouting for their favorites fell into stunned silence when judge Betty-Anne Stenmark announced her choice.”
Flynn lead the pack among 2,882 canine competitors representing 202 breeds and varieties.
In the quest for the coveted purple ribbon, Flynn was guided by expert handler Bill McFadden.
The tiny white fluff ball Flynn stands (proudly) in stark contrast to last year’s winner, a noble German shepherd named Rumor. Flynn had earlier won the best in breed for non-sporting dogs.
Other best in breed winners were:
According to Sporting News:
