DOGGED PURSUIT OF EXCELLENCE: WESTMINSTER

Dogs are some of the best evidence that God exists. Few other creatures make our lives nicer. I love dog shows and, here in the frozen UMRB, it was great to have the Westminster Kennel Club show on TV. It was like having the Super Bowl last two nights.

What I really loved was that this year the winning dog actually looked like a dog. Sturdy, straightforward Springer. The "best in show" judge was also a class act. It made for great TV. Thanks to USA Channel for carrying it.

I grew up around Dobies, Dalmatians, min. Schnauzers, Pomeranians and full size Collies. My companion dog--bike riding, fishing, even hunting, was a dalmatian. What a buddy he was!

What's your favorite dog, breed or dog story?

Sappy or even maudlin is perfectly acceptable here.