Portuguese water dog is the pooch to watch at Westminster

It’s going to be dog-eat-dog at Madison Square Garden in New York City, where more than 2,711 dogs representing 192 breeds and varieties will be competing for various awards at the Westminster Kennel Club Show. But only one pooch will win the top honor, Best in Show, Tuesday night. That special canine won’t be winning any prize money, but there’s rich breeding potential and a lifetime of prestige that comes with the title. There are more than 20 Portuguese Water Dog entered, but 3-year-old Matisse is the favorite. Matisse is the top-winning portie of all time, with more than 237 best in all breeds awards, according to the Seattle Times. But Best in Show at Westminster has eluded this pooch. Fun fact: Matisse is the cousin of President Obama’s second puppy Sunny.

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