The result is that many modern breeds suffer from ailments that dog lovers never would have deliberately selected for.

To the casual viewer, it might be hard to fathom what judges glean from patting down and peering at carefully prepped canines ...

THE DOG JUST CAME OUT OF NOWHERE AND JUST KIND OF JUMPED ON ONTO HER. MY DAD IMMEDIATELY, YOU KNOW, JUMPED INTO ACTION AND, YOU KNOW, TRIED TO OPEN HIS MOUTH AND GET HER FREE AND THEN GRAB HER.

THE DOG JUST CAME OUT OF NOWHERE AND JUST KIND OF JUMPED ON ONTO HER. MY DAD IMMEDIATELY, YOU KNOW, JUMPED INTO ACTION AND, YOU KNOW, TRIED TO OPEN HIS MOUTH AND GET HER FREE AND THEN GRAB HER.

"I've been volunteering at the county dog shelter for years and will sometimes take pups out on sleepovers or adventures to give them a break from kennel life," the woman told Newsweek. That is ...

A motorcyclist became a guardian angel when he spotted a wandering dog trying to cross a busy street ... encouraging people to be kind and pay it forward. There are many ways to participate ...

Once a dog wins its breed, it is judged within its group. Group winners then move on to the Best in Show category. — Steve Gardner Who won Best in Show last year? Sage, the miniature poodle ...

It is also unclear how the dog was killed or where his other pet is ... “Always generous and kind, he dedicated his life and career to helping others. He is loved and will be deeply missed.” ...

Each dog was judged according to how closely it matched the ideal for its breed. Winners get a trophy, ribbons and bragging rights, but no cash prize. The canines competed in groups before each ...

"I have never, in 17 years, seen my son voluntarily try or even want to interact with a dog," said his mom, who shared the profound moment online.

where one dog was selected to represent the Hound, Toy, Non-Sporting, Herding, Sporting, Working and Terrier Groups. Here are the results! Check out the official WKC site for full breed results.