Doberman Pinscher Wins Westminster Dog Show

Penny, a 4-year-old Doberman, takes top honors at the 150th annual competition.

Feb. 4, 2026 at 11:55pm

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A Doberman Pinscher named Penny has won the prestigious Westminster Kennel Club dog show in New York City. The 4-year-old dog was awarded Best in Show at the 150th annual event, marking the 4th time in that span a Doberman has taken the top prize.

Why it matters

The Westminster Dog Show is one of the most prestigious and well-known dog competitions in the world, drawing top canine talent from across the country. Winning Best in Show is a major accomplishment that can elevate a dog's profile and breeding value.

The details

Penny the Doberman Pinscher beat out other group winners, including a Chesapeake Bay Retriever named Cota who was named Reserve Best in Show. The show also featured a video tribute to late actress and comedian Catherine O'Hara.

  • The 150th annual Westminster Dog Show took place on February 4, 2026.

The players

Penny

A 4-year-old Doberman Pinscher who won Best in Show at the 2026 Westminster Dog Show.

Cota

A Chesapeake Bay Retriever who was named Reserve Best in Show, or first runner-up, at the 2026 Westminster Dog Show.

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The takeaway

Doberman Pinschers have now won the prestigious Westminster Dog Show 4 times in the last 150 years, cementing the breed's status as a top competitor in the world of canine conformation shows.