Unfortunately, last year's Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show winner, Banana Joe, was not on hand to crown this year's winner of Best in Show, beauty queen-style. Because that would have been super adorable. Instead, regular old people named Sky, a 5-year-old wire fox terrier, as Best in Show. And here are eight reasons why she was the perfect pick: 1. First of all, because look at that face! That's a nice puppy face! 2. Look at that walk! So majestic! So regal! 3. Look at that strut! So sassy! So fierce! (For the record, Sky's handler Gabriel Rangel says that "she's a princess dog." So it's safe to say she's a Diiiva. But he also says,...
- 2/12/2014
- E! Online
A wire fox terrier named Sky was crowned the Best in Show winner at the 2014 Westminster Kennel Club dog show in New York City on Tuesday.
Terrier 'Sky' Wins Westminster Dog Show
In order reach the pinnacle of show dogs, Sky had to beat out a Cardigan Welsh corgi, a Portuguese water dog, a bloodhound, a miniature pinscher and a standard poodle, who was the runner up at the 138th Westminster Kennel Club dog show, reported USA Today.
Sky was an underdog coming into the competition, by the simple fact that she is a terrier and not a toy breed. For the last couple of years only toy breeds have one the Westminster Best in Show. Last year, an Affenpinscher named Banana Joe won the top honor, while the 2012 title went to Malachy the Pekingese.
Sky, who has ginger coloring and hails from Malibu, Calif., was ranked as American’s No.
Terrier 'Sky' Wins Westminster Dog Show
In order reach the pinnacle of show dogs, Sky had to beat out a Cardigan Welsh corgi, a Portuguese water dog, a bloodhound, a miniature pinscher and a standard poodle, who was the runner up at the 138th Westminster Kennel Club dog show, reported USA Today.
Sky was an underdog coming into the competition, by the simple fact that she is a terrier and not a toy breed. For the last couple of years only toy breeds have one the Westminster Best in Show. Last year, an Affenpinscher named Banana Joe won the top honor, while the 2012 title went to Malachy the Pekingese.
Sky, who has ginger coloring and hails from Malibu, Calif., was ranked as American’s No.
- 2/12/2014
- Uinterview
The dog, who became an internet sensation after a picture of his owner soothing him in Lake Superior went viral, has passed away.
Schoep – the famous arthritic dog, whose picture with owner John Unger in Lake Superior touched the hearts of millions last year — passed away on July 18, nearly a month after his 20th birthday.
Famous Dog Schoep Dies On July 18
Schoep’s owner and best friend John announced his pet’s death on Facebook on July 18. John posted a photograph of Schoep’s paw in the sand with the caption: “I Breathe But I Can’t Catch My Breath…Schoep passed away yesterday…more information in the days ahead.”
The famous German Shepherd had recently celebrated his 20th birthday on June 15.
Schoep and John first became a worldwide sensation when a photographer captured John cradling an arthritic-stricken Schoep while he slept in Lake Superior. John could not afford costly treatments,...
Schoep – the famous arthritic dog, whose picture with owner John Unger in Lake Superior touched the hearts of millions last year — passed away on July 18, nearly a month after his 20th birthday.
Famous Dog Schoep Dies On July 18
Schoep’s owner and best friend John announced his pet’s death on Facebook on July 18. John posted a photograph of Schoep’s paw in the sand with the caption: “I Breathe But I Can’t Catch My Breath…Schoep passed away yesterday…more information in the days ahead.”
The famous German Shepherd had recently celebrated his 20th birthday on June 15.
Schoep and John first became a worldwide sensation when a photographer captured John cradling an arthritic-stricken Schoep while he slept in Lake Superior. John could not afford costly treatments,...
- 7/19/2013
- by Avery Thompson
- HollywoodLife
Last week it was a dog named Banana Joe. This week, who Knows who will have the Best Week Ever…Will it be you? Will it be many-times-nominated-never-winner Justin Timberlake? You’ll have to watch the show to find out. (See how we get you?) Giving you their arguments this week, Best Week Ever‘s Pete Lee, Adam Conover and Pat Dixon.
Is New Jersey Governor Chris Christie having the Best Week Ever?
Chris Christie! Everyone’s favvvvvorite governor of New Jersey. It seems like this dude is always having the Best Week Ever. Is this his week?
Is Oscar-Nominated Film Amour having the Best Week Ever?
Did anyone actually see this movie? It doesn’t seem like it. And somehow it’s up for Best Picture at The Oscars. Imagine if it won! Best Year Ever.
Is @BurgerKing having the Best Week Ever?
@BurgerKing got hacked this week and...
Is New Jersey Governor Chris Christie having the Best Week Ever?
Chris Christie! Everyone’s favvvvvorite governor of New Jersey. It seems like this dude is always having the Best Week Ever. Is this his week?
Is Oscar-Nominated Film Amour having the Best Week Ever?
Did anyone actually see this movie? It doesn’t seem like it. And somehow it’s up for Best Picture at The Oscars. Imagine if it won! Best Year Ever.
Is @BurgerKing having the Best Week Ever?
@BurgerKing got hacked this week and...
- 2/21/2013
- by VH1
- TheFabLife - Movies
Cheerios, rejoice! Jane Lynch, who won an Emmy as sharp-tongued cheerleading coach Sue Sylvester on Fox’s Glee, will make her Broadway debut this spring in the hit musical revival of Annie. The role seems like a perfect fit for the star: Miss Hannigan, the drunken and scheming head of young Annie’s orphanage who melodically complains about being surrounded by “little girls.” Lynch, an Illinois native who got her start in theater at Chicago’s Steppenwolf Theatre Company and Second City, will appear in the musical for eight weeks only, from May 16 through July 14.
Two-time Tony-winner Katie Finneran,...
Two-time Tony-winner Katie Finneran,...
- 2/20/2013
- by Thom Geier
- EW.com - PopWatch
In case you missed it, and let’s face it, we all sometimes do, last week’s episode of Best Week Ever was full of winners. But the biggest winner was a tiny dog named Banana Joe. Why? Because that pup won The Westminster Dog Show! And plenty of other stuff happened–you’ll just have to catch up on your Bwe to find out…...
- 2/20/2013
- by VH1
- TheFabLife - Movies
It’s Friday! Time for the weekend! And a wall full of GIFs. They go nicely together, don’t you think? If you’ve missed anything this week, let our wall of movement catch you up to speed.
Confused? Here’s a key:
1. A meteor hit Russia this morning and I hope you didn’t miss it. You wouldn’t want to miss…a thing. Ugh, sorry. [Gif via]
2. It was Valentine’S Day! And we celebrated by stalking Val Kilmer’s Twitter to no avail [Gif via]
3. Rihanna premiered the video for “Stay” but we think Vin Diesel did a better job. [Gif via]
4. The Pope retired! Later, dude.
5. Obama gave a Siiiiiick Sotu which included a pretty viral fistbump… [Gif via]
6. …Not to mention an Even More Viral Poland Springs marketing opportunity. Good job, politics! [Gif via]
7. And finally, a pup named Banana Joe won the Westminster Dog Show. [Gif via]
8. It’s Friday so set your DVRs and we...
Confused? Here’s a key:
1. A meteor hit Russia this morning and I hope you didn’t miss it. You wouldn’t want to miss…a thing. Ugh, sorry. [Gif via]
2. It was Valentine’S Day! And we celebrated by stalking Val Kilmer’s Twitter to no avail [Gif via]
3. Rihanna premiered the video for “Stay” but we think Vin Diesel did a better job. [Gif via]
4. The Pope retired! Later, dude.
5. Obama gave a Siiiiiick Sotu which included a pretty viral fistbump… [Gif via]
6. …Not to mention an Even More Viral Poland Springs marketing opportunity. Good job, politics! [Gif via]
7. And finally, a pup named Banana Joe won the Westminster Dog Show. [Gif via]
8. It’s Friday so set your DVRs and we...
- 2/15/2013
- by Lindsey Weber
- TheFabLife - Movies
Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show 'Best in Show' winner Banana Joe made his Broadway debut last night in Roundabout Theatre Company's critically acclaimed new Broadway production of Rupert Holmes' The Mystery of Edwin Drood. The first affenpinscher to win Best in Show, Banana Joe performed the role of 'Macaco,' usually played by Macaco, a 5-year old, 3 lb MalteseYorkie mix, who generously agreed to take the night off to offer this once in a lifetime experience to Banana Joe.
- 2/14/2013
- by Walter McBride
- BroadwayWorld.com
Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show Best in Show winner Banana Joe made his Broadway debut last night in Roundabout Theatre Company's critically acclaimed new Broadway production of Rupert Holmes' The Mystery of Edwin Drood. The first affenpinscher to win Best in Show, Banana Joe performed the role of Macaco, usually played by Macaco, a 5-year old, 3 lb MalteseYorkie mix, who generously agreed to take the night off to offer this once in a lifetime experience to Banana Joe.
- 2/14/2013
- by Walter McBride
- BroadwayWorld.com
Affenpinscher means ‘monkey terrier’ in German, which is appropriate, because people are going bananas for the tiny breed!
A few days ago, you probably had no idea what affenpinschers were; but pretty soon, you won’t be able to escape them! Ever since 5-year-old Banana Joe was named Best in Show on Feb. 12 at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, CNN reports the demand for affenpinschers has never been higher.
Jude Daley, president of the Affenpinscher Club of America — yes, that exists — tells CNN that “within a half hour of the big win, [she] already had quite a few e-mails from people looking for affenpinschers.”
But the little guys don’t come cheap; Jude says the puppies she breeds go for $2,500 each! Jude says prospective owners are known to wait months, or in some cases years, to get an affenpinscher because many breeders need to find mates from other countries.
“People like that they’re rare,...
A few days ago, you probably had no idea what affenpinschers were; but pretty soon, you won’t be able to escape them! Ever since 5-year-old Banana Joe was named Best in Show on Feb. 12 at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, CNN reports the demand for affenpinschers has never been higher.
Jude Daley, president of the Affenpinscher Club of America — yes, that exists — tells CNN that “within a half hour of the big win, [she] already had quite a few e-mails from people looking for affenpinschers.”
But the little guys don’t come cheap; Jude says the puppies she breeds go for $2,500 each! Jude says prospective owners are known to wait months, or in some cases years, to get an affenpinscher because many breeders need to find mates from other countries.
“People like that they’re rare,...
- 2/14/2013
- by Andy Swift
- HollywoodLife
Birthday shoutouts go to Henry Rollins (above), who is 52, Peter Gabriel is 63, Robbie Williams is 39, and Stockard Channing is 69. Hugh Jackman talks about the gay rumors, and how they're affecting his wife.Gay Activists Blamed for Wrestling’s Olympic Axe: “If they expel wrestling now, that means that gays will soon run the whole world,” coach Vladimir Uruimagov said, calling the decision “a blow to masculine origins.” Is the end near for 90210? Eliza Coupe talks about Happy Endings and the ratings struggles: "It's a running joke on set when we film something we all think is incredible that someone goes, 'Oh man, that was so good -- it's too bad no one will ever see it.' It's the same as every year, we just never know. The network and the studio love the show, and they have been very good to us. They have given us a chance and...
- 2/13/2013
- by snicks
- The Backlot
Not only is Banana Joe cute, but he's cuter than nearly 3,000 other dogs. Or so says the 137th annual Westminster Kennel Club dog show, which awarded the 5-year-old pup the honor of Best in Show during last night's competition. Looking like some sort of mix between an Ewok, a monkey and the cutest ball of fluff ever, Joe is an Affenpinscher (which, in German, literally means "monkey-like terrier") who has 85 past Best in Show titles under his doggie belt. His owner, Ernesto Lara, dubs him "a small dog with a big heart." We dub him shmootzy wootzy little cutie pie. Look at that face! That face! Go, Banana Joe, go! Nants! Ingonyama! Bagithi babaSithi uhhmm...
- 2/13/2013
- E! Online
If this year’s winner of the Westminster Dog Show taught us anything, it’s that what you name your dog really does matter. Meet this year’s triumphant pup: Banana Joe! As a 5-year-old Affenpinscher, Banana Joe took home the top prize on Tuesday night, defeating second-place winner Bugaboo’s Picture Perfect, an Old English Sheepdog.
Banana Joe also taught us that size doesn’t matter. According to People, this is the first time Joe’s miniature breed has taken first place at Westminster. But Joe himself is no stranger to victory. After winning best in show 86 times in his career,...
Banana Joe also taught us that size doesn’t matter. According to People, this is the first time Joe’s miniature breed has taken first place at Westminster. But Joe himself is no stranger to victory. After winning best in show 86 times in his career,...
- 2/13/2013
- by Samantha Highfill
- EW.com - PopWatch
Affenpinscher Banana Joe V Tani Kazari has won the 137th Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show.
The 5-year-old pup, whose owners call him Joe, is the first of his breed to win the Best in Show category. Additionally, for the first time since 1925, Westminster named a runner-up with the Reserve Best in Show going to 20-month-old Old English Sheepdog Swagger.
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The 5-year-old pup, whose owners call him Joe, is the first of his breed to win the Best in Show category. Additionally, for the first time since 1925, Westminster named a runner-up with the Reserve Best in Show going to 20-month-old Old English Sheepdog Swagger.
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- 2/13/2013
- by Robyn Ross
- TVGuide - Breaking News
A little dog was the top banana at the "Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show." It was the first time the breed took "Best in Show" when Banana Joe took the top honors for 2013. A 5-year-old affenpinscher from Massachusetts, Banana Joe beat out 3,000 other dogs for the ribbon.
"Its almost indescribable. I think it’s just a wonderful thing, as a tribute for a small breed with such a big heart. I think he wins everybody’s heart and he just proved it," his handler, Ernesto, said.
The win marked a major milestone for Banana Joe, as well as the end of his show career. This marked his 86th best-in-show title, and after taking home the big prize, Banana Joe is going to retire. And because he's earned it, he'll be traveling overseas to enjoy his retirement in his native Netherlands.
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"Its almost indescribable. I think it’s just a wonderful thing, as a tribute for a small breed with such a big heart. I think he wins everybody’s heart and he just proved it," his handler, Ernesto, said.
The win marked a major milestone for Banana Joe, as well as the end of his show career. This marked his 86th best-in-show title, and after taking home the big prize, Banana Joe is going to retire. And because he's earned it, he'll be traveling overseas to enjoy his retirement in his native Netherlands.
TV Replay scours the vast television landscape to find the most interesting,...
- 2/13/2013
- by Jason Hughes
- Huffington Post
Westminster has its top dog! After two days of meticulous primping, prizes and the less-pretty realities of any spirited championship, the 137th Annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show came to its finale Tuesday night, declaring Affenpinscher Banana Joe the best in show. The competition proved fur-rocious as the pint-sized, black-haired furball bested six other finalists (and 2,721 entries total) for the honor, including Old English Sheepdog Swagger, who was named the reserve best in show. It’s the first time the breed has ever taken home the top prize in Westminster history. Earning top marks at Westminster is the latest accolade...
- 2/13/2013
- by Kiran Hefa & Alison Schwartz
- PEOPLE.com
The 137th annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show took place Monday and Tuesday nights, Feb. 11 and 12, live from Madison Square Garden in New York City. Best in Show was awarded to Banana Joe, the Affenpinscher out of the Toy group.
This marks the ninth win for the Toy Group and the first win for the Affenpinscher breed. The plan for Banana Joe is for him to retire back in the Netherlands.
Going into tonight, the Doberman Pinscher had best odds in Las Vegas, but that dog didn't even win its group. The group winners included American Foxhound Jewel (Hound), Affenpinscher Banana Joe (Toy), Honor the Bichon Frise (Non-Sporting), Swagger the Old English Sheepdog (Herding), Oakley the Wirehaired Pointer (Sporting), Portuguese Water Dog Matisse (Working) and Adam the Smooth Fox Terrier (Terrier).
The last few years have seen all different types of dogs win Best in Show. In 2012, it was Malachy the Pekingese,...
This marks the ninth win for the Toy Group and the first win for the Affenpinscher breed. The plan for Banana Joe is for him to retire back in the Netherlands.
Going into tonight, the Doberman Pinscher had best odds in Las Vegas, but that dog didn't even win its group. The group winners included American Foxhound Jewel (Hound), Affenpinscher Banana Joe (Toy), Honor the Bichon Frise (Non-Sporting), Swagger the Old English Sheepdog (Herding), Oakley the Wirehaired Pointer (Sporting), Portuguese Water Dog Matisse (Working) and Adam the Smooth Fox Terrier (Terrier).
The last few years have seen all different types of dogs win Best in Show. In 2012, it was Malachy the Pekingese,...
- 2/13/2013
- by editorial@zap2it.com
- Zap2It - From Inside the Box
The 137th annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show will crown its winner Tuesday night (Feb. 12) live from Madison Square Garden. Coverage airs from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. Et/Pt on USA. Follow along here with our live blog as we watch all the adorable pooches trotting around the ring.
Monday night saw half the dogs strut their stuff. The Hound, Toy, Non-Sporting and Herding groups all took a turn, with the American Fox Hound, Affenpinscher, Bichon Frise and Old English Sheepdog earning Best in Group, respectively.
Who will win Best in Show? Last year it was Malachy the Pekingese, the year before it was Hickory the Scottish Deerhound.
So join us at 8 p.m. Et/Pt to watch the Sporting, Working and Terrier groups, then find out who wins Best in Show. All times Eastern.
8:00 -- The Harlem Gospel Choir sings the National Anthem. We always forget the...
Monday night saw half the dogs strut their stuff. The Hound, Toy, Non-Sporting and Herding groups all took a turn, with the American Fox Hound, Affenpinscher, Bichon Frise and Old English Sheepdog earning Best in Group, respectively.
Who will win Best in Show? Last year it was Malachy the Pekingese, the year before it was Hickory the Scottish Deerhound.
So join us at 8 p.m. Et/Pt to watch the Sporting, Working and Terrier groups, then find out who wins Best in Show. All times Eastern.
8:00 -- The Harlem Gospel Choir sings the National Anthem. We always forget the...
- 2/13/2013
- by editorial@zap2it.com
- Zap2It - From Inside the Box
New York (AP) — Standing at attention, or "stacked," as they say in the dog show world, Eira is the picture of wire fox terrier perfection.
A dense, white coat falls off her jaws. She's got alert eyes, a very still tail and plenty of ribbons to prove her pedigree.
And she's primed for America's most prestigious pooch parade, the 136th Westminster Kennel Club event, starting Monday at Madison Square Garden.
Handler Gabriel Rangel hopes so, anyway.
"Oh, she can misbehave," he said last weekend. "She likes to run into my knee, having fun."
She did that and more at Westminster last February — fine behavior when she's at home, playing on the California beaches, but not exactly what the judges want to see when picking a champion.
"It was a bit overwhelming for her. A lot of people around, a lot of things happening," Rangel said. "She'll be more used to it this time.
A dense, white coat falls off her jaws. She's got alert eyes, a very still tail and plenty of ribbons to prove her pedigree.
And she's primed for America's most prestigious pooch parade, the 136th Westminster Kennel Club event, starting Monday at Madison Square Garden.
Handler Gabriel Rangel hopes so, anyway.
"Oh, she can misbehave," he said last weekend. "She likes to run into my knee, having fun."
She did that and more at Westminster last February — fine behavior when she's at home, playing on the California beaches, but not exactly what the judges want to see when picking a champion.
"It was a bit overwhelming for her. A lot of people around, a lot of things happening," Rangel said. "She'll be more used to it this time.
- 2/11/2012
- by AP
- Huffington Post
On their first romantic Hawaiian getaway, Jennifer Aniston and boyfriend Justin Theroux are enjoying island life together.
The lovebirds drove through town in a rented Jeep Wrangler, stopping by Banana Joe's Fruit Stand, according to X17online.com. Justin hopped out to buy some fruit while Jen waited inside the car.
Aniston and Theroux arrived to the tropical island via private jet on Sunday.
Visit X17online.com to see more photos of Aniston and Theroux!
The lovebirds drove through town in a rented Jeep Wrangler, stopping by Banana Joe's Fruit Stand, according to X17online.com. Justin hopped out to buy some fruit while Jen waited inside the car.
Aniston and Theroux arrived to the tropical island via private jet on Sunday.
Visit X17online.com to see more photos of Aniston and Theroux!
- 8/3/2011
- Extra
Jennifer Aniston and boyfriend Justin Theroux have taken their romance to the islands, enjoying a relaxing getaway on Kauai, Hawaii, since July 31. On Monday, the couple, who are planning to move in together, helped actor Ben Stiller and his wife Christine Taylor celebrate Christine's 40th birthday at an oceanfront villa. Before attending the birthday party, the couple stopped by the Lotus Gallery of Fine Art to pick up a gift. "They seemed to have a great time," an eyewitness says of the smiley Aniston, 42, and Theroux, who turns 40 on Aug. 10. Photos: Summer Romance: Hot ScruffAniston and Theroux went sightseeing across...
- 8/3/2011
- by Alla Byrne
- PEOPLE.com
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