You’re doomscrolling at 2AM, and your feed hits you with a clip of a majestic poodle prancing like it owns the world. It’s the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show—again. You pause. Why do people care so much about dog shows? What’s the difference between a Hound Group and a Toy Group anyway? Why is that handler in a suit sprinting beside a bichon frisé like their rent depends on it?


 

If those questions ever crossed your mind, or if you’ve flexed dog breed trivia at a party (unsuccessfully), it’s time to actually test your knowledge. This Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show Quiz takes you through the elegance, drama, breeds, and backstory of America’s most iconic canine competition—with a bonus round nodding to National Medal of Honor Day, honoring service and excellence in all forms.