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Crufts 2024: Dates, Judges, How To Watch & Buy Tickets

Crufts 2024 is your dream come true if you are a canine enthusiast! It’s an occasion to watch the finest dogs in the world exhibit their abilities in high-speed events such as agility and flyball. Here’s all the information you need to know, including the Crufts 2024 dates and judges, in addition to how to watch and buy tickets.

When are the Crufts 2024 dates?

The Kennel Club’s Crufts 2024 event — marking its 30th anniversary — is slated for March 7-10 at the NEC Birmingham.

The dog show will feature over 200 unique dog breeds participating in a range of competitions. This includes agility, heelwork to music, flyball, and obedience.

The Scruffts final, a part of the event, will host dogs from all over the nation who’ve earned their place throughout the year, all competing for the “Top Dog” title. On Sunday evening, one among the five finalists will be announced as the winner of The Kennel Club Hero Dog Award — as chosen by popular vote.

Following four days of intense competition, one lucky Crufts participant will walk away with the coveted “Best in Show” trophy. The honor was bagged by Orca, the Lagotto Romagnolo, whose ever-wagging tail won hearts in 2023.

Who are the Crufts 2024 Judges?

The judging team for Crufts 2024 consists of Richard MacNicol, Gilly Nickols, and Alan Meldrum. In addition, Miss A E Ingram has been selected as the “Best in Show” judge.

How to watch the Crufts 2024 on TV?

Crufts will be broadcasted on Channel 4 and More4 from Thursday, March 7 to Sunday, March 10.

Viewers can also follow the main arena competitions throughout each day of the event via the Crufts YouTube channel.

The show will also address important topics related to dog breeding and ownership, focusing on health and welfare aspects.

Crufts is divided into four main categories: Gundog, Working and Pastoral, Terrier and Hound, and Utility and Toy.

Where to buy Crufts 2024 tickets?

You can buy advanced tickets online through the Crufts website or acquire general admission tickets upon arrival.

It’s important to note that while General Admission tickets permit entrance to the whole show, they don’t cover access to the Best in Show programme on Sunday afternoon.

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