Crufts 2024 got underway this morning (March 7) with thousands of dog owners hoping their pooch will be crowned the 'Best in Show' at the end of this week.
It is estimated that an average of 28,000 dogs take part in Crufts each year, with one set to be crowned the Best in Show during Sunday's final (March 10).
Coverage of the world's biggest dog show this year is not only to be found of Channel 4 and More4, but also with the advent of a live stream available on YouTube for fans of the prestigious show unable to tear themselves away from this year’s competition.
The competition got underway at Birmingham's NEC arena on Thursday morning with Utility and Toy Day. Here are some of the best photos from Day One of Cruts 2024 so far:
All photos from BeatMedia/The Kennel Club
1. King Charles Spaniel at Utility & Toy day
2. A Poodle (Standard) at Utility & Toy day
3. Crufts 2024 day one
4. Utility & Toy day (Thursday 07.03.24), the first day of Crufts 2024