11 Unusual Looking Breeds You'll See at Westminster

By Laura Cross, Shayna Meliker | vetstreet.com

Shaved legs, trimmed mustaches and long, luxurious coats - sometimes we think the Westminster Dog Show is like a red-carpet event for unusual-looking breeds. Some of these dogs are heavily groomed to bring out their unique looks, while others simply roll out of bed turning heads. From the corded Komondor to the bare-naked Xoloitzcuintli, get to know the astonishing breeds you probably don't see at the local dog park every day.

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Photo by: Nick Ridley, Animal Photography
Affenpinscher

The mustachioed little devil, as the Affenpinscher is nicknamed in France, has a bold manner that makes him a favorite of people who want a small dog with a "big dog" attitude. He has a rough coat with a "cape" at the neck and shoulders, Groucho Marx eyebrows, and a beard. The "monkeylike" breed gained lots of fans at the 2012 National Dog Show, where one named Joe made it to the Best in ... more
Photo by: Nick Ridley, Animal Photography
Affenpinscher

The mustachioed little devil, as the Affenpinscher is nicknamed in France, has a bold manner that makes him a favorite of people who want a small dog with a "big dog" attitude. He has a rough coat with a "cape" at the neck and shoulders, Groucho Marx eyebrows, and a beard. The "monkeylike" breed gained lots of fans at the 2012 National Dog Show, where one named Joe made it to the Best in Show round for the third year in a row.
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