7 dogs competing for Westminster’s show big prize Tuesday night

By JENNIFER PELTZ

NEW YORK (AP) — After two days, 2,500 dogs and more than 200 breeds, the Westminster Kennel Club is coming down to just seven canines vying for U.S. show dogs’ most coveted prize.

Four finalists already have been chosen: an Afghan hound named Zaida, a Lhasa apso called JJ, a Maltese named Cookie, and an old English sheepdog dubbed Graham.

Three more rivals will be selected Tuesday night before they all face off at Madison Square Garden for the best in show award.