For the pups taking part in the world’s biggest dog show there is one prize that’s the Holy Grail of the canine world – Crufts Best in Show.
Introduced in 1928, the first winner was a Greyhound called Primley Sceptre, owned by Herbert Whitley who found further fame after founding Devon’s Paignton Zoo.
Since then the English Cocker Spaniel is the breed with most success in the competition, winning seven rosettes, followed by the Irish Setter, Standard Poodle and Welsh Terrier, with four wins apiece.
Here are the 15 perfect pooches who have been awarded the sought-after trophy in the last 16 years (the show was cancelled in 2021 due to the global pandemic).

5. 2019: Dylan
Dylan, a Papillon from Belgium, and owner Kathleen Roosens celebrate after winning Best in Show on the last day of Crufts Dog Show 2019. | Getty Images

6. 2018: Tease
Best in Show at Crufts 2018 went to Tease the Whippet, pictured with owner Yvette Short. | Getty Images

7. 2017: Miami Ink
Miami Ink, an American Cocker Spaniel, seen with owner Jason Lynn, landed the top Crufts prize in 2017. | Getty Images

8. 2016: Burneze Geordie Girl
A West Highland White Terrier called Burneze Geordie Girl won the covetted rosette in 2016. She's pictured with the trophy and proud owner Marie Burns. | Getty Images