"You would never know she was a show dog," Murray-Clas said. Siba the standard poodle has won best in show at the Westminster Kennel Club. On Monday night before the big show at Madison Square Garden, someone got Siba grilled chicken from a nearby McDonald's. All Rights Reserved. Which is more than my husband does.". The two smaller Poodle varieties, Miniature and Toy, have won three and two times, respectively. Siba, a black Standard Poodle, took home the coveted title of Best As strong a shot as any, she's won a breed-record 73 best in show ribbons in the past year. Even with the crowd at Madison Square Garden chanting for a popular golden retriever, the statuesque Siba strutted off with best in show on Tuesday at the Westminster Kennel Club. First published on February 11, 2020 / 7:24 AM. According to her handler, Siba is a big fan of chicken and nothing else, not even vegetables or turkey. He was rated the No. Owned and bred by Connie S. Unger, Siba the Standard Poodle was the fifth of her breed to win Best in Show at Westminster. Chic and strong-headed, Siba the black standard poodle will only eat chicken — no meat, no veggies, not even turkey. Photos from the 2020 Westminster Dog Show, Senate OK's $1.9 trillion COVID resolution after "vote-a-rama". Whiskey stayed home this year, giving Bourbon a clearer path to the breed ribbon. © 2020 The Associated Press. She'll have plenty of time for that when she retires from shows after this week. But in the end, Slay passed up the crowd favorite in favor of 3-year-old Siba, whose meticulously coiffed pompoms actually have a function — to protect and insulate her joints and body cavity from the frigid water in which the breed originally worked. Siba, a standard poodle is groomed before competing in the Best of Breed event at the Westminster Kennel Club dog show on Monday, Feb. 11, 2019, in New York. (AP Photo/John Minchillo) "She's beautiful and has that something," handler Chrystal Murray-Clas said. In another case of déjà vu all over again, the Working Group winner, “Wilma” the Boxer (Grand Champion Cinnibon’s Bedrock Bombshell), was a repeat of last year. "And he makes people look at him.". "She knows she's special," Murray-Clas said. (AP Photo/John Minchillo) (AP Photo/John Minchillo) The win marked the first time a Standard Poodle has won at the Garden since 1991. Winners for the other three groups — and best in show — will be crowned at the Garden on Tuesday night. At one point during Best in Show judging, a chant of “Daniel” echoed through the arena. She lives with Murray-Clas and adores her rambunctious 2-year-old son. Reserve Best in Show at the 2020 event went to “Bourbon” the Whippet (Grand Champion Pinnacle Kentucky Bourbon), who closed out last year as the nation’s number-one Hound. After lunching on grilled chicken sandwiches from a nearby McDonald's, Siba won the nonsporting group at Madison Square Garden on Monday night, one of four dogs to qualify for the best in show final ring. Siba, the standard poodle crowned best in show at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, enjoys chicken and celebrated the big win with McDonald's. A standard poodle named Siba is America’s top canine after earning the title of best in show on Tuesday night at the Westminster Kennel Club dog show. Learn more about the winner. The dog became just the fifth standard poodle to take home the coveted title in the competition's 144-year history and the first since 1991. This is fifth win overall for the standard poodle and the first since 1991. “Siba" the black Standard Poodle won the 2020 Westminster Dog Show Best in Show in an entry of almost 2,600 dogs. And in the Herding Group, “Conrad” the Shetland Sheepdog (Grand Champion Syringa-Akadia The Corsair) raced to the top in a blur of blue merle. The West African sighthound — built a bit like a skinny greyhound — made its Westminster debut for this year's show. This time, he was greeted with big applause. NEW YORK (AP) — Primped and poised, Siba the standard poodle owned the ring. Siba is a 3-year-old black standard poodle, though from far away and also from up close, she doesn’t resemble a dog as much as a topiary somebody wished would come to life. Frausini for Westminster) Though there are numerous dog shows held around the US every year, none are considered as prestigious as the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. She is the first poodle of any size to win best in show since 2002. The 4-year-old, colored more like a pale Scotch than an amber Kentucky liquor, could become the first whippet since 1964 named America's top dog. So this prim and proper poodle chowed down on the closest thing her humans could find - a fast-food treat that proved to be the perfect fuel for her final show. And a bit of drama from last year's show was resolved when Colton the schipperke took his turn. Standard poodle Siba sits in the winners circle after winning the top prize, best in show, at the annual Westminster Kennel Club dog show on February 11 in New York City. The 144th Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show crowned its Best in Show on Tuesday night, bestowing the honour upon a black standard poodle named Siba. The curvy, 4-year-old Whippet comes from quite an accomplished family: Her brother Whiskey (Grand Champion Pinnacle Tennessee Whiskey) won the 2018 AKC National Championship by Royal Canin. How do you find a reputable breeder? Siba is the fifth standard poodle to win the show’s top prize and the first since 1991. A black standard poodle named Siba maintained her breed’s tradition of dominating the non-sporting group, becoming the 31st standard Poodle to … https://www.akc.org/subscription/thank-you. The Standard breed also won in 1935, 1958 and 1973. Siba, the standard poodle, competes for Best in Show during the 144th Westminster Kennel Club dog show, Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2020, in New York. At the 144th iteration of the famous Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show held in New York City’s cavernous Madison Square Garden, judge Robert H. Slay pointed to “Siba” the black Standard Poodle for Best in Show. And an hour before midnight, the champion was finally crowned: Siba the standard poodle, a surprise to a crowd rooting for the golden retriever and Havanese fan favorites. Siba the black standard poodle has pranced and advanced at the Westminster Kennel Club, and did it fueled by fast food. The day after the show will require just as much stamina, with media appearances on morning TV shows, a photoshoot on the observation deck of the Empire State Building, and — there are those much-needed calories — a lunch of rare steak at the Sardi’s restaurant in the theater district. Now celebrating its 144th year, the "Super Bowl" of the canine world, is … Adorned with black puffs and pompoms, the 3-year-old Siba was the absolute picture of what many see as the epitome of a show dog. Siba fueled her Group and Best in Show wins with a fast-food chicken sandwich before entering the big ring on both Monday and Tuesday nights. Siba wins the blue ribbon for the Non-Sporting group at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show and advances to the Best in Show. With the crowd at Madison Square Garden chanting for Daniel the popular golden retriever, judge Bob Slay instead picked the perfectly primped and poised black poodle. Chic and strong-headed, Siba the black standard poodle will only eat chicken — no meat, no veggies, not even turkey. Copyright © 2021 CBS Interactive Inc. All rights reserved. Siba became the first standard poodle to win best in show at Westminster since 1991. "He wants to be out there," handler Taffe McFadden said. The top dog is from our area! What questions should you ask a breeder? As is the case with many victors at Westminster, Siba will now retire, presumably to embark on her next career goal — motherhood. Even without ribbons, a few other dogs emerged as big winners Monday. How do you know what breed is right for your family? Siba, a standard poodle, won the Best in Show title at the 144th Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show (J. Grassa /C. The winner of the Toy Group, a Havanese named Bono, is judged at the 2020 Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York, U.S., February 10, 2020. Siba, the standard poodle, competes for Best in Show during the 144th Westminster Kennel Club dog show, Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2020, in New York. In total, Poodles have won 10 times at the Garden. After earning a spot in the final ring of seven in 2019, Colton was ruled ineligible for best in show due to a conflict of interest involving the top judge. Siba, the standard poodle, poses for photographs after winning Best in Show in the 144th Westminster Kennel Club dog show, Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2020, in New York. A finalist at the dog show out of 2,630 entries, Siba earned her way with a most dignified showing. Then there's Bono, every bit the rock star that his U2 namesake would suggest. AKC actively advocates for responsible dog ownership and is dedicated to advancing dog sports. That win — in an entry of almost 2,600 dogs — marked the fifth time one of these elaborately (but purposefully) groomed water dogs has taken top honors there. He was runner-up at Westminster last year to King the wire fox terrier, and also finished second to Thor the bulldog at the National Dog Show on Thanksgiving Day. Relic became the first Azawakh to strut the Garden floor. Bono has 90 best in show victories, and McFadden is hoping to get to 100 before the dog retires. New report finds "toxic heavy metals" in popular baby foods, California Privacy/Information We Collect. 1 show dog in the country last year, but he's yet to fetch the top prize at the circuit's two most heralded shows. Advertisement. Representing the Toy Group was “Bono” the Havanese (Grand Champion Oeste’s In The Name Of Love), last year’s immensely popular Reserve Best in Show winner as well as the nation’s top dog overall in 2019. Siba is almost 4 years old. The 3-1/2-year-old struck a pose waiting for the judge to start, planting her feet firm and pointing her perfectly cut head high. Siba, the standard poodle, poses for photographs after winning Best in Show in the 144th Westminster Kennel Club dog show, Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2020, in New York. Siba – whose formal name is Grand Champion Stone Run Afternoon Tea – was the top Non-Sporting dog in 2019, as well as the winner of her national specialty. A princess at times, Siba isn't always so elegant. The black lapdog pranced proudly when his turn came. The Terrier Group sent forward that other Westminster perennial, a Wire Fox Terrier named “Vinny” (Grand Champion Irvonhill Voignier). She strutted confidently across the green carpet, not a hair out of place on her carefully clipped coat. "He sleeps on my bed," she said. Answer a few simple questions and find the right dog for you, Compare up to 5 different breeds side by side, Browse the AKC Marketplace to find the right puppy for you, Browse our extensive library of dog names for inspiration, Find out the best and worst foods for your dog and which to avoid, Standard Poodle “Siba” Wins 2020 Westminster Best in Show. When Bono won the breed competition earlier Monday, he was immediately swarmed by dog show judges-in-training eager to inspect the superb example of the national dog of Cuba. Siba, a black standard poodle from Pennsylvania, beat off tough competition from a very popular golden retriever named Daniel on Tuesday … That became a problem when handler Crystal Murray-Clas couldn't find any at the Westminster Kennel Club show Monday. Her brother Whiskey won the National Dog Show in 2018 and was a favorite here last year - until Bourbon upset her go-to cuddle buddy in the breed competition. https://www.akc.org/wp-admin/admin-ajax.php. Siba is a 3-year-old black standard poodle, though from far away and also from up close, she doesn’t resemble a dog as much as a topiary somebody wished would come to life. "She’s just a great dog," said Siba's co-owner, Connie S. Unger. The crowd fawned over slo-mo replays on the Garden's video boards - a striking highlight with Bono's exaggerated mustache flowing at his side. "It's usually all about the chicken," Murray-Clas said. Bourbon, for instance, comes from a top-shelf litter. Founded in 1884, the AKC is the recognized and trusted expert in breed, health, and training information for dogs. Download this e-book for guidance on these questions and other important factors to consider when looking for a puppy. Essential info about dog health, training, sports and more. 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She earned her shiny silver-plated trophy by defeating six equally accomplished contenders. "Siba, when she goes in there, she can feel the energy of the crowd and she just eats it up,'' Murray-Clas said. A whippet named Bourbon is judged at the 2020 Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York, U.S., February 10, 2020. Bourbon the whippet finished second. The black standard poodle will celebrate her birthday on March 8. They roared in approval when he was awarded best in group. "And he loves my cats. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. “Siba,” a black Standard Poodle, won the grand prize on Tuesday night in New York City. © The American Kennel Club, Inc. 2021. Siba, who is from Northampton County, won “Best of … A very fluffy pooch named Siba is officially the best in show for the Westminster Kennel Club. When she's off show duty, Siba is happiest running around the fields near Murray-Clas' home in Hanover, Pennsylvania — and tracking mud into her house. Also fitting for Bono: this 3-year-old still hasn't found what he's looking for. Siba, a standard poodle, was crowned best in show on Tuesday at the 144th Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. A Shetland Sheepdog named Conrad is carried into the ring at the 2020 Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York, U.S., February 10, 2020. The often-opinionated crowd at the Garden tends to root the loudest for those familiar breeds that could be napping on their own sofas, which explains the rafter-raising cheers for the Golden Retriever who won the Sporting Group, formally known as Grand Champion Hillock’s Jack Daniel’S RA JH CA RATN CGC. "I think everything she does shows that.". NEW YORK -- Primped and poised, Siba the standard poodle owned the ring. The last poodle to take top honors was a miniature, Surrey Spice Girl, in 2002. The last time a Standard Poodle won was in 1991. Siba, the standard poodle, competes for Best in Show during the 144th Westminster Kennel Club dog show, Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2020, in New York. "I can't even believe it," handler Cheslie Pickett Smithey said. All rights reserved. Stephanie Keith/Getty Images. Bono the Havanese took the toy group, Bourbon the whippet was named top hound, and Conrad the Shetland sheepdog won herding. Today, Siba the standard poodle was one step above the rest of the pack and took home top honors at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. Just a few days ago, the 144th Annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show was held right at Madison Square Garden in New York City. When might you get Biden's $1,400 stimulus check? Siba, the standard poodle, competes for Best in Show during the 144th Westminster Kennel Club dog show, Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2020, in New York. 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