Old Westbury Gardens - Site of Westbury Kennel Association's first major show in 1923
The Diversity of Dogs & Candid Canidae
We come in more colors, sizes, shapes, and purposes, than you do. We can be pure bred, mixed breeds, home grown or refugees, show dogs, snow dogs, fast dogs, or slow dogs. No matter furry or bald, we are your heroes and your life companions.
"Remember this my little one...
We must respect our brothers and sisters,
because all dogs were once Wolves.
However, no Wolf has ever been a Dog."
Preparations for the 2023 shows began shortly after the 2022 shows ended. With a new administration, and celebrating our 100th year of All-Breed Shows, Westbury decided on a revised approach. To make it easier for exhibitors and the Clubs, Big Apple [Working Group / Sporting Group], Suffolk County Kennel Club and Westbury shared a common show site. Our new Show Committee looked for different prizes and sources for raffle baskets. A little technology got all prizes sponsored within two weeks of their announcement! It all took prep time and talent and we are proud to note that Westbury has both. Of course, every road has its pot holes, but we successfully navigated around them too!
The Diversity of Dogs has deliberately featured close-ups which emphasize the essence of the individual dogs rather than their overall breed appearances. Whether their leads are visible or not, ALL dogs are securely leashed. Our candids, though often edited for composition, are just that - "grab shots" of whatever was going on at the moment. Our photos are informal and best of all, fun. Westbury hopes that they bring back pleasant memories for you and your dogs.
