Italian Whippet Miuccia Wins Best in Show at Crufts 2025!

Crufts 2025 concluded with Miuccia, a four-year-old Whippet from Italy, winning the prestigious Best in Show award. Over 18,000 dogs competed, but Miuccia charmed judge Patsy Hollings, marking the fourth win for Whippets in Crufts history. Her handler, Giovanni Liguori, expressed his joy, calling it a dream come true. While some viewers voiced disappointment, many celebrated Miuccia's victory. Viking, a Tibetan Mastiff from Romania, secured second place. Other finalists included a Jack Russell Terrier, Miniature Schnauzer, Papillon, Cocker Spaniel, and Australian Shepherd. Crufts, established in 1891, is a celebration of happy, healthy dogs and the bond between them and their owners. This year, new rules required French Bulldogs, Bulldogs, and Pugs to undergo vet assessments for breathing issues before competing, promoting canine health and well-being. The Best in Show winner receives prize money and a replica of the Keddall Memorial Trophy.