FUR FIGHT
Protesters wrestle with security guards after trying to storm Crufts – before being dragged out of arena
Snaps show how the shocking scenes unfolded
PROTESTERS have wrestled with security guards after trying to storm Crufts - before being dragged out of the arena.
Shocking snaps show protesters tussling with guards at the National Exhibition Centre in Birmingham, where the dog show is being held.
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The Crufts crowd reportedly jeered and shouted "Get out!" after one of the protesters stormed onto the showground.
Security guards were seen forcefully pulling a man and a woman out of the arena.
It comes after an Australian Shepherd from Solihull near Birmingham was named Best in Show at Crufts 2024 this evening.
Three-year-old pooch Viking took home the show’s top honour on the fourth and final day.
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The Aussie is co-owned by Melanie Raymond, John Shaw and Kerry Kirtley.
An emotional Raymond told presenter Clare Balding after the win: "I think we all dream of winning Best in Show at Crufts.”
“He always gives me everything,” she added. “I have loved every minute of it. Thanks to everyone who supported me."
But it was nine-year-old Jack Russell Zen who got the loudest applause from the NEC crowd.
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This year's competition was overshadowed by an "appalling" competition on Day 2 - with the RSPCA making a complaint.
The animal charity slammed Crufts after a French Bulldog swept a number of awards.
A spokesperson said: "We are so disappointed that a French bulldog with a short muzzle and pinched nostrils was awarded Best in Breed at Crufts.
"We should not be celebrating these traits which can cause suffering."
The Kennel Club told The Sun: "Crufts is a unique platform to educate the tens of thousands of visitors and viewers about responsibly breeding, buying and owning a dog.
"We have important rules in place to ensure we prioritise health in the show ring.
"The Breed Standards the dogs are judged to, are simply an overall description of a dog, from their general temperament to exercise and grooming needs.
"This helps owners to pick a suitable pet for their lifestyle, but every Breed Standard makes it absolutely clear that health should always be a priority.
"Judges are looking for general fitness, healthy coats, good teeth and to ensure that any exaggerated features causing visible health issues are not rewarded.
"This is supported by vet checks for all dogs before Group judging, and for some breed winners, to ensure there are no visible signs of health concerns on the day of competition.
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"We want the good practice we promote in the show ring to spread further afield.
"Crufts is a great platform to raise awareness of the many resources we have developed - from DNA tests for diseases, to breathing, hip, eye and elbow assessments - which can help buyers find the healthiest puppies."
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