Crufts 2025 Begins – Best of Luck to Bulldog Exhibitors!

Today marks the start of Crufts 2025, the world’s most prestigious dog show. Over the next four days, thousands of top-quality dogs will compete across various disciplines, from conformation to agility and obedience, all vying for glory on the famous green carpet.
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While we won’t be in the ring this year--puppies take priority at LaRoyal—we’ll be cheering on the Bulldog exhibitors competing this Friday. Wishing everyone the best of luck and a fantastic day showcasing our wonderful breed!

Crufts Qualification – A Coveted Canine Milestone

Crufts isn’t just any dog show—it’s the most exclusive event in the canine world. Unlike standard championship shows where you simply enter and compete, Crufts requires qualification, making it an elite stage where only the best earn their place.

Exhibitors work tirelessly all year to secure their spot, achieving qualification through wins or placements at selected championship shows. Whether a seasoned handler or a first-time exhibitor, stepping onto the green carpet is an unforgettable moment—a testament to dedication, skill, and top-tier breeding.
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For newcomers, it’s a validation of their hard work and a proud milestone. For experienced competitors, it’s a privilege never taken for granted. And let’s not forget the nerves--even the most seasoned exhibitors feel a flutter of excitement when they step into the Crufts spotlight!

Lacey - Best of Breed Crufts 2013

LaRoyal Bulldogs – Gearing Up for Crufts 2026!

While we’re missing out this year, we’re already setting our sights on Crufts 2026! Our rising star Pearl secured her qualification at her very first show of the year, and we’re excited to see King make his ring debut soon.

A huge well done to our qualifiers for 2025:
🏅 Phoebe, expertly handled by Tracy Williams, qualified in May.
🏅 Pearl, guided to success by Natasha Burgess in October, while I was judging in Italy.
🏅 Rita & Gigi, who qualified together in September.

Though we’re no strangers to Crufts—having first qualified a LaRoyal Bulldog back in 1997--every qualification is a proud achievement. One particularly special year was 2015, when three generations of LaRoyal homebred females claimed top honours:
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✨ Grandmother Roxi won Best Veteran
✨ Her daughter Lacey took 1st in Open Class
✨ Her granddaughter Juna secured the Minor Puppy win
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We can’t wait to return in full force in 2026, flying the LaRoyal flag and showcasing the next generation of our Bulldogs.

2015 Crufts Wins

For now, we’ll be watching from afar, celebrating our fellow exhibitors’ successes. Good luck to everyone competing—enjoy every moment of Crufts! Hopefully you can catch the Bulldog Best of Breed Winner on Channel 4 from 7.30pm on Friday!

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