A parade of adorable pooches hit the streets of Birmingham today as Crufts returned for the event’s second day.
Canines were seen arriving wearing an array of stylish outfits including onesies with fashionable prints, rainbow coats and an adorable knitted bonnet.
Among the early arrivals was an adorable long haired Dachshund, two greyhounds donning multicoloured outfits and a pair of poodles dressed in some very trendy black and gold ensembles.
Owners and pets and will see canines from around the world will compete in agility and obedience competitions over the next three days with one pooch being named best in show on Sunday.
A parade of adorable pooches hit the streets of Birmingham today as Crufts returned for the event’s second day
Canines ready to walk the catwalk arrived wearing an array of stylish outfits, including this pair of Greyhounds donning rainbow coats
One dog donned an adorable knitted bonnet as they arrived for the second day of the Crufts Dog Show
Rocking a stylish head scarf, one dog arrived for the second day of the event at the NEC in Birmingham
A pair of adorable Bichon Frise looked delighted to attend the second day of the prestigious event, held at the Birmingham National Exhibition Centre (NEC)
Welcoming over 20,000 dogs of all shapes and sizes under one roof, Crufts 2022 began on Thursday and will culminate with the prestigious Best in Show on Sunday.
The official launch of the event at the NEC in Birmingham comes after being cancelled in 2021 due to the coronavirus pandemic.
With around 200 breeds vying for the Best in Show title, this year’s event will see a record-breaking 16 hours broadcast for dog-lovers across the UK on Channel 4 and More4.
Alongside the ever popular fast-paced agility and flyball competitions, Crufts 2022 will feature competitions such as The Kennel Club Hero Dog Award, celebrating dogs who have helped their owners.
One dog was seen travelling to the event venue in style as another adorable pooch trotted along behind him ahead of competing at the second day of Crufts 2022
A group of Bichon Frise dogs were seen arriving on the second day of the renowned dog show this morning
With around 200 breeds vying for the Best in Show title – including this adorable long haired Dachshund – this year’s event will see a record-breaking 16 hours broadcast for dog-lovers across the UK
Among the early arrivals was a group of terriers and one Chinese Crested Dog wearing a very stylish purple onesie
One owner was seen walking his group of Greyhounds wearing matching burgundy coats ahead of the second day of Crufts 2022
Owners were seen transporting their pooches in mobile carriers as they arrived at the Birmingham National Exhibition Centre (NEC) today
Meanwhile the Scruffts Family Crossbreed of the Year competition will see breeds compete against each other in teams to prove who is the ‘goodest dog’.
The show will see various breeds returning from near extinction or competing for the first time – with 19 Harriers vying for the ‘top dog’ Best in Show crown for the first time since 1898.
The Harrier is an ancient, medium-sized, British scenthound breed, like a small Foxhound, but larger than a Beagle.
This specialist breed was recognised by The Kennel Club in 2020, after Harriers had all but disappeared in the UK in the 1920s.
In 2021, a revival year for the breed, The Kennel Club registered 38 Harrier puppies and there are 19 competing at Crufts 2022 for the Best in Show crown – for the first time in over 120 years.
Meanwhile the Smooth Faced Pyrenean Sheepdog will compete for the Best in Show title at Crufts for the first time ever, after being recognised as the 222nd breed by The Kennel Club last year. There are just two competing for Best in Show at Crufts 2022.
A group of Greyhounds arrived at the prestigious event wearing adorable blue coats decorated with white stars
Owners were seen transporting their pooches to the event at the Birmingham National Exhibition Centre (NEC) on the second day of Crufts 2022
One early arrival hoping to bag Best in Show was seen donning a burgundy coat and a purple scarf decorated with white stars
One adorable Afghan Hound arrived at the event today, which was postponed for two years due to Covid, wearing a glittery knitted bonnet
An excited group of Greyhounds rushed towards the event venue ahead of competing at Crufts 2022
Two pooches arrived at the second day of the Crufts Dog Show at the Birmingham National Exhibition Centre (NEC)
A favourite of Crufts TV presenter Clare Balding, the Hungarian Pumi is also newcomer to the UK, recognised by The Kennel Club in 2015 and first seen at Crufts in 2016 in various import breed classes and activities, like agility.
For Crufts 2022, the 31 Hungarian Pumis competing will have their own breed classes for the first time and will be vying for the Best in Show title.
Yesterday’s launch also saw Paralympics presenter Sophie Morgan take her place as host for Crufts on Channel 4.
Speaking at the launch earlier this week, Sophie commented: ‘I’m so happy Crufts is back! Every dog has its day at this amazing event and these three breeds making history are among them.
‘I can’t wait for the show to officially begin on Thursday and to be a part of it, and meet lots more dogs!’
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