10 Most Popular Dog Breeds that Never Win Westminster Dog Show

In the 137-year history of the competition, more than half the dogs currently on the American Kennel Club's top 25 most popular breeds list have never taken Best in Show. From America's favorite dog to prized tiny companions here are the dogs you love that Westminster doesn't.

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Photo by: Sally Anne Thompson, Animal Photography
Chihuahua

Thanks to Paris Hilton, Taco Bell and Legally Blonde, the Chihuahua burst onto the national stage as a must-have "purse puppy." But this high-strung breed has fallen in popularity over the past decade, tumbling from the No. 8 spot in 2000 to No. 18 in 2012 - and he has yet to win Westminster.

Odds of winning: Smooth Coat: 1,250 to 1; Long Coat: 1,000 to 1.

Photo by: Sally Anne Thompson, Animal Photography
Chihuahua

Thanks to Paris Hilton, Taco Bell and Legally Blonde, the Chihuahua burst onto the national stage as a must-have "purse puppy." But this high-strung breed has fallen in popularity over the past decade, tumbling from the No. 8 spot in 2000 to No. 18 in 2012 - and he has yet to win Westminster.

Odds of winning: Smooth Coat: 1,250 to 1; Long Coat: 1,000 to 1.

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