Westminster Dog Show Opens

By Melissa Block

Published February 14, 2005 at 12:00 AM EST

Competition begins Monday in the Westminster Kennel Club dog show at New York's Madison Square Garden. Three new breeds enter the judging this year: the Neapolitan mastiff, black Russian terrier and Glen of Imaal terrier. Melissa Block talks with the show broadcast's commentator, David Frei.

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As special correspondent and guest host of NPR's news programs, Melissa Block brings her signature combination of warmth and incisive reporting. Her work over the decades has earned her journalism's highest honors, and has made her one of NPR's most familiar and beloved voices.

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