As the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show celebrates its 150th anniversary, Presenting Sponsor Pro Plan is highlighting how past Best in Show winners continue to thrive years after their championship victories.
Purina Pro Plan has provided nutrition for 18 of the last 19 Westminster Best in Show winners. The brand shared updates on three past champions and their post-competition lives.
Siba, a Standard Poodle, won Best in Show in 2020. "Siba captured hearts with her elegance and precision in the conformation ring, and at almost 10 years old, she's thriving in her new role," shared Paul Clas, Professional Handler. "After her Westminster victory, she's become a wonderful dam, producing several litters while enjoying life as owner Connie Unger's beloved companion. Pro Plan Sport Chicken & Rice has fueled her through championship competition and now supports her as a brood and family dog."
Buddy Holly, a Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen, captured Best in Show in 2023, making history as the first of his breed to win the title. "Buddy Holly's charm and spirit made him unforgettable in the conformation ring, and at 9 years old, he's enjoying retirement life in Ireland – relaxing on the couch and taking daily walks with his favorite 10-year-old companion, Grace," shared Janice Hayes, Professional Handler and co-owner. "Pro Plan helped fuel his championship success and supported the health and vitality that still keeps him active today. He continues to benefit from Pro Plan Veterinary Supplements FortiFlora daily for digestive support."
Wasabi, a Pekingese, won Best in Show in 2021 – David Fitzpatrick's second Westminster victory after winning with Malachy, also a Pekingese, in 2012. "At 8 years old, Wasabi remains a healthy, vibrant dog who loves company and enjoys his downtime," shared Fitzpatrick, two-time Westminster Best in Show-winning breeder-owner-handler who will serve as Best in Show judge for the 150th Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. "Pro Plan Complete Essentials and Pro Plan Veterinary Supplements FortiFlora daily have kept him in peak condition. He's now an exceptional sire, already producing several champions including a Best in Show-winning son who carries on his legacy."
"Winning Best in Show at Westminster requires dedication, discipline and peak conditioning but maintaining health for years afterward takes the right nutritional foundation," said Dr. Callie Harris, Purina Veterinarian. "Pro Plan offers more than 140 specialized formulas to support dogs' unique nutritional needs, fueling them through intense training, competition and now, their retirement years."
The 150th Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, presented by Purina Pro Plan, will take place at the Javits Center and Madison Square Garden in New York City on January 31 and February 2-3, 2026. The event will be broadcast on FOX, across FOX Sports' family of networks and digital platforms, and WestminsterKennelClub.org.
The handler or owners of these champions may have received Purina Pro Plan dog food as Purina ambassadors.
