Westminster Dog Show Winners: Where Are They Now? (PHOTOS)

Best in Show — Then What?

By Kate Springer | @katespringer | February 14, 2012 | +

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Surrounded by members of the media and adoring fans, handler Michelle Ostermiller (center) revels in the spotlight with her dog, "Champion Darbydale's All Rise Pouchcove," known as "Josh," a Newfoundland, after Josh won best in show at the 128th Annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show at Madison Square Garden February 10, 2004 in New York City.

Since the first show in 1877, hundreds of thousands of pooches have strutted their stuff in front of judges at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. These perfect pups have trainers, coaches, special diets, exercise routines, expert groomers — all for a shot at taking home the most coveted trophy. Only one dog a year can earn “Best in Show,” but NewsFeed wonders, what happens after the glory days?

Photos: Backstage at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show

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