VITO THE PUG WINS 2024 NATIONAL DOG SHOW

Vito the Pug wins Best in Show at the 2024 National Dog Show.

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Over 1,940 dogs from 205 breeds competed for the prestigious top prize this year.

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Vito first triumphed in the Toy Group, featuring 24 breeds, before advancing further.

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Verde the Welsh Terrier, winner of the Terrier Group, was named Reserve Best in Show.

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Herding Group winner: Rupert the Berger Picard. Hound Group winner: The Zit the Ibizan Hound.

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Non-Sporting Group winner: JJ the Lhasa Apso. Sporting Group winner: Houston the Clumber Spaniel.

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Working Group champion Monty the Giant Schnauzer was also a standout at this year's show.

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Vito’s handler praised his charisma and conformation, calling the victory a dream come true.

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NBC’s broadcast of the National Dog Show reached over 20 million viewers on Thanksgiving Day.

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Vito’s win is a historic achievement for pugs in competitive dog shows.

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