Dog folk often call the Westminster Kennel Club show the Super Bowl of canine competitions. And that quip might be especially fitting this year.

Might Mercedes, the German shepherd who was Westminster’s runner-up last year, become top dog this time? Or could this be the year for Monty the giant schnauzer, who was a Westminster finalist the last two years,

You’ve likely seen the televised dog shows, highlighting the best dogs and breeds in the world. But did you know Siouxland is home to its own champion show dog?