39 pooches putting their best paws forward at the world's largest dog show
LONDON -- It's day one of Crufts and the dogs are washed, groomed and strutting their stuff in front of the judges in Birmingham.
Some 22,000 dogs are taking part in the largest dog show in the world, which started Thursday at the National Exhibition Centre. One will be crowned Best in Show on Sunday.
Here are 25 photos of the world famous event.
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