Crufts returns after Covid break and the dogs’ trims are crazier than ever
THIS dreadlocked dog is ready to tangle with judges as Crufts returns after paws-ing for a year during the pandemic.
The komondor, or Hungarian sheepdog, was among hundreds of entrants at the National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham, when the show began yesterday.
Ex-service dog Endal the Third turned newshound with a copy of The Sun alongside owner, navy veteran Allen Parton, 63, of Hounds for Heroes.
Another fluffy haired hound even brought his own red walking boots in case their paws got tired.
The event sees hounds from around the world compete in agility and obedience competitions with one being named best in show on Sunday.
Kennel Club boss Mark Beazley said: “We’re delighted to be back and everyone from the exhibitors to the public are really excited.
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“It will be nice for people to be able to take a step back and have some light entertainment and I think Cruft’s is just the tonic for that.
"It’s a little bit of joy in a world with a lot of darkness right now.”
More than 20,000 dogs will take part this year.
The pooches are split into seven groups.
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Each winner from each group goes on to compete for the Best In Show prize.
