Competitors Prepare for Prestigious Crufts 2025 Dog Show

The prestigious Crufts dog show will take place from March 6 to 9 at the National Exhibition Centre in Birmingham, featuring numerous competitors and their dogs. Among them is Rachel Taylor, who will compete in agility with her Labrador Darcey, who has already qualified by securing points at various dog shows across the country. Janice Cumberland, participating for the 11th time, will showcase her miniature Dachshunds alongside her daughters and hopes to improve upon their previous year's placements. Amy Hawkins returns with her Samoyed Koda, sharing how dog showing has significantly boosted her confidence following the loss of her first dog. Elaine Stevenson is excited for her dog Liam's debut at the show, emphasizing the social aspects of the competition, while Lisa Sergiew highlights how training her Shetland Sheepdog Saffy helped her cope with depression, turning their participation into a life-changing experience. Crufts continues to be a platform not only for showcasing canine talent but also for personal growth and community building among dog lovers.