Behind the Scenes at the Glamorous Westminster Dog Show - 1

Two dogs receive last-minute touch-ups at the show.

Pip, a Yorkshire Terrier (left) gets brushed out, while Kenny, also a Yorkshire Terrier (right) is bunched up in hair curlers.

Some dogs, especially those that are large and have thick hair, require extensive grooming.

Francisco, a Pekingese, stays cool with his own personal fan.

Demon, a three-year-old English Bulldog, stands next to his owner, Bella Koo from Korea. Last year, Demon was named the best of his breed, and was also recently named the best of his breed in Korea.

Dogs that compete in the Westminster Dog Show must be well trained in addition to adhering to strict physical standards.

Many breeders regularly attend the dog show year-after-year. They become known by their breed.

Arrietta, a four-year-old Entlebucher Mountain Dog, waits to be shown to judges.

Two Scottish Deer Hounds, seven-year-old Seaforth (left) and eight-year-old Rhionnach (right) nap backstage. Rhionnach, having been in competitions since six months of age, is the only deer hound to have won a grand championship.