What is a Clumber spaniel? Breed takes historic win at Crufts

9 Mar 2026 • 4:40 PM MYT
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  • A Clumber spaniel named Bruin was crowned Best in Show at Crufts 2026, held at the NEC in Birmingham.
  • The four-year-old dog, from Somerset, triumphed over 18,000 competitors during the four-day event.
  • This marks the first time a Clumber spaniel has won the prestigious title since 1991.
  • Bruin's handler, Lee Cox, expressed his amazement, describing the dog as "very, very special" and a "dog of a lifetime".
  • A four-year-old petit basset griffon vendeen named Meghan, from Croatia, was named reserve dog.

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