Day four of the world’s most prestigious dog show has begun in Birmingham and there are some very interesting entrants.
And to add to the excitement, this year a battle between two rock stars took place.
Viewers yesterday were excited to see Chris Amoo take on Sting, whose wife Trudy has reportedly bred some 85 dogs over the years.
However, in the battle of the rockers, it was Chris Amoo who emerged victorious, coming first with his wolfdogs.
Sting was pushed to second place with his wolfhounds, after judging was done.
Chris Amoo, who pushed Sting to second place, with Sade Melchior and Sade Prelude, two Irish wolfhounds on day 3 (Saturday)
Singer Sting’s Irish Wolfhounds resting before Saturday’s events (and before Sting competed and came second on Sunday)
Rockstar Sting with his wife Trudy, who has been breeding dogs for several years (pictured in New York in February)
Despite being the most prestigious dog competition in the world, spectators will be surprised to know that it is not a very lucrative hobby.
Competition at the event, held at the National Exhibition Center (NEC) in Birmingham, is fierce with around 18,000 canines taking part.
This huge number of dogs are fighting for the title of Crufts Best in Show.
After four days of competitions and various activities, the overall winner will be announced on Sunday night.
And despite the fierce competition and the number of animals participating, the Best in Show winner only wins a minimal amount.
In the past this cost just £100. However, in 2023, this amount increased to £200 and the prize was doubled.
But it is clear that many are not competing for cash, but for the prestige of winning the big title.
According to The Kennel Club, speaking to Birmingham Live: “For the vast majority of breeders, it’s all about prestige, not money.”
Chris Amoo with Sade Melchior, an Irish Wolfhound performing at the Limit Dog class today (Sunday)
Singer Sting’s Irish wolfhounds rest before taking part in Saturday’s events at Crufts
Sting’s Irish Wolfhounds rest on Saturday
Laura Barclay with Sting’s Irish Wolfhound Creena Atticus Finch at Dukesarum in the ring today (Sunday)
Laura Barclay competing with Sting’s Irish Wolfhound in the Limit Dog, participating in the class on Sunday (today)
ROSETTE: Creena Atticus Finch on Dukesarum receives a rosette for coming second
LONG HAIR: An Afghan hound is groomed before being judged on the final day of the Crufts
An Afghan hound prepares for the ring on the final day of Crufts in Birmingham
On day 4 of the Crufts Dog Show at the National Exhibition Centre, Borzoi poses with his handlers.
PREPARED: Your guide prepares an Afghan Hound for the final day of Crufts on Sunday
READY FOR THE RING: A woman brushes the hair of an Afghan hound as the animal prepares to take part in the competition
Grooming: Another Afghan hound is groomed before participating in its competition on day 4
A miniature wire-haired dachshund is seen during judging on the final day of the Crufts dog show.
AFGHAN: On the last day of Crufts, an Afghan prepares for the ring with his long hair combed
MATCHING PANTS: A dog is seen with his handler, who is wearing novelty pants decorated with canines.
An Irish wolfhound with his owner, who is wearing a kilt, at the Crufts dog show in Birmingham
In front of the panel of judges, an Irish wolfhound waits to participate in the competition, sitting with its owner.