John O’Hurley:     That’s it. Marvel Boss Weighs In on Show's Fate, High School Musical Season 2 Premiering in May on Disney+, Superman & Lois Team Explains the Series Premiere's 'L' of a Final…, Legends of Tomorrow Moves to Sundays as The CW Sets Spring Return…, The Twilight Zone Not Returning for Season 3 at Paramount+, NBC Pulls Nurses Episode From Digital Platforms Amid Controversy Over…, List: The 25 Saddest, Most Soul-Crushing TV Episodes of All Time. John, you know, has won every award there is to win in the world of – in the showbiz world with his Tony Awards and the Emmys and the awards that they get for Seinfeld and all the other shows that he does. David Frei:           Well John and I both talk to our dogs during the telecast and we know they’re home watching us and so we – I said, “Angel, I hope you’re watching that.”, or, “I hope you heard that story, Grace.” And we have some great time with it. Thankfully That Red Wine Spill on Your…, Copyright © 2021 TVLine Media, LLC. Carillo is mindful of the fine line between having fun while calling the dog show and mocking the dogs, one that was crossed so often by Fred Willard in … Dogs Until 2. It’s pretty close to that. Man’s best friends didn’t come to play on Thursday as 207 breeds and varieties competed for glory at the 2020 National Dog Show.. Once again hosted by John O’Hurley and David Frei, the 19th annual broadcast featured side commentary from NBC Sports correspondent Mary Carillo. And, you know, get a chance to see, you know, how they are grouped. I guess it’s – I can’t keep them all straight, but great friends of ours. John Hurley, David Frei, and Mary Carillo are the hosts of The National Dog Show Presented by Purina. So you can submit your meme showing why you should watch dogs until two with your dog, and you could win $500 or a trip to the dog show. Q) John, I think it’s been about 10 years ago now and that you always said that this is your favorite Saturday of the year when you come in to do this show. So you get to really study them. So we all understand the – it – the shows about the dogs. Carillo played on the women's professional tennis circuit from 1977 to 1980. And I have to tell you that one year at (unintelligible) I talked – I said, “This is the PBGV, better known or known formally as the petite Basset Griffon Vendeen. Every now and then we – we’d pitch to him for a little bit of a little side bar, a little bit of an interstitial. I know I’m told this is their coming. And the other contest is the Pet Life radio contest. So is this still your favorite Saturday of the year? Over 500 purebred dogs vie to be named "Best in Show" at the annual event. John O'Hurley and David Frei host, with additional insights from Mary Carillo. I’ve been waiting to use that one for now a while. By And they – well I think our personalities get along very, very well. The Nederlandse Kooikerhondje. A bird dog that (Grace) grew up in a high rise in Manhattan, so her idea of a sporting – of a game bird is a pigeon. The biggest dog show in the country is about to bark at a much bigger audience. John O’Hurley:     Well politics aside I think it’s a – the dogs do – dogs do something for us that nothing else can do, is that they round off the sharp edges of the human experience. National Dog Show 2020: Time, channel, livestream, new breeds and COVID-19 changes. I worked for a bunch of different networks and I — as to your point — I covered an awful lot of sports. Our friends at Pet Life Radio, dear friends of mine. David Frei:           Yes. I was at the Beijing Olympics in 2008 and I was running late to get to a studio and a producer friend of mine said, “Hey, you have any interest in doing the Westminster Dog Show?” I stopped and I went and I said, “If you are serious absolutly – I would love it.” And I got to – the first time I ever did a dog show I was lucky enough to do it with David Frei. Mary Carillo. Any time you’re with a dog you’re the better version of yourself. And so I’m going to take the first crack at it. Once again hosted by John O’Hurley and David Frei, the 19th annual broadcast featured side commentary from NBC Sports correspondent Mary Carillo. Q) David, you just got a big honor this year with the Dog Writer’s Association of America didn’t you? So Terriers are always dogs to watch. They’re all – they are kind of all clustered together. Three new breeds will compete for the first time this year, the Barbet, Dogo Argentino and Belgian Laekenois. But he definitely does that on other days. I know last year Brussels Griffon won. As with all AKC conformation shows, mixed-breed dogs are not eligible to participate. It’s a friend to everybody. Q) Dave, I’m not really sure I understand all of this about the dogs and so two things that I’m seeing. It’s lovely. I had (Appian) hounds when I started. David Frei:           That’s pretty good. This is something that everybody can watch. You know, I will say — as a side note to that — one of the things that we enjoy the most about the show is when people send us videos of their dogs watching the show on television. Q) All of you have hosted dog shows before. Hosting the 20th Anniversary broadcast is veteran sportscaster Mary Carillo, with AKC Executive Secretary Gina DiNardo, and noted sportscaster Carolyn Manno handling the paw-by-paw duties. I have been working for tirelessly for the last year on the name of the two new breeds. And I think, you know, I always say that my – I always thought if I was getting involved in dogs and growing up and going through school that my career path was aligned with astro turf and that I was going to be a football coach or something. I think now that, you know, once we got her doing the dog show they got her into the Hall of Fame. But this one day of the year we’re not the stars. She was ranked World No. David Frei:           It’s pretty close to his birthday. They all still do some police work but are best known as athletic, hardworking herding dogs. John O’Hurley:     We’re great. I mean it’s also a chance for people to be humorous and be funny and share their dogs doing funny things and give us a little caption above and below, you know, something like “quarterbacks are not the only ones that are barking out signals on Thanksgiving Day.” And things like that. Last year a 2-year-old male bulldog named Thor topped the 2,000-dog field to take home the Best In Show title. David Frei:           Well my dog – I like my dogs. John O’Hurley:     We have two new breeds this year. Not stopping at two-legged athletes, Carillo loves covering animal shows, too, including the upcoming AKC National Championship Dog Show on Animal Planet. So I’m wondering how would you describe the dynamic between all of you as your hosting together? Mary Carillo, NBC's dog show, horseracing, and Olympics reporter, will serve as an honorary judge to name the Puppy Best in Show. You’re too good of pronouncing these names. I got a picture of my dog standing up at the tellers window in our local bank and I captioned it, “I’d like to make a withdrawal please, because I want to get my IRA to roll over.” So, you know, it’s things like that…. David Frei:           Well I was honored. Man’s best friends didn’t come to play on Thursday as 207 breeds and varieties competed for glory at the 2020 National Dog Show. And the first is the cousin of the Cavalier King Charles that David has. But since I got involved with dogs I’ve find that my career path is aligned with wee-wee pads and my dogs have made my life something special. So it’s been fun to watch him participate and grow in this wonderful day that we have together. You can check out a shot of the three new breeds below (and while you’re at it, click here to see more of this year’s competing dogs): Now, for the results. Just that they’ve never had the following in this country. Not on the national dog show day, because he’s watching all of those dogs and trying to figure out where they are and not – why they’re not walking around the house. Gabriel Rangel is a tremendous trainer. So you have a great time with it. And here’s a way to win $500 and a trip to the dog show next year. Thank you very much. Latest News. The 2020 National Dog Show’s Best in Show winner is… Claire, the Scottish Deerhound! Sign In The National Dog Show Again, the dogs are. I mean that – they are so beautiful and so well mannered, you know, there’s not a lot of crazy barking and, you know, there’s – they’re all beautifully trained. Mary Carillo:        Oh I’m a sucker for Terriers. And I have a Brittany, following the Brittany’s of (Epson)’s past, but of course they’re sporting dogs. Mary Carillo tours dog-friendly RV at 2019 National Dog Show New York has gone to the dogs, according to sportscaster Mary Carillo. Will WandaVision Return for Season 2? November 26 2020, 10:57 AM PST. So we’re just there to do what we can. Mary Carillo goes behind the scenes at the 2019 National Dog Show to discover why one of America's most popular dogs never wins Best in Show. And then we have a – I have a Havanese, which is a breed that we liked very much. I like dogs, because I like the spontaneous celebrations they have in the ring. You must be logged in to post a comment David Frei:           But it’s our way of telling people hold onto your remote at home. So that when we are doing this show and we have 2000 of the best dogs in the country, we have 30,000 people perhaps at one point at any time in the arena. And it sounds like King is going to try to win another big title this year. Naturally, the dogs are the highlight of the dog show–but commentators come as a close second. And nothing makes me smile more. And I have absolutely – I – I’m astounded now. And — again — it was through David’s influence that we found to have a Havanese and it’s a wonderful family dog. I’ve done – Tokyo 2020 Games will be my 15th Olympics, but I can’t tell you how often somebody stops and tells me how much they love the dog shows. So we are a star studded group. It’s – I – for somebody – if you’re all interested in dog shows I would recommend going back into the benching 100%, because it’s really – it’s educational and it’s beautiful and the trainers or the owners who handle this — whoever’s back there — they – they’re very patient with your questions. It’s PetLife Radio, (petliferadio.com/dogsuntil2). A lot of times dogs can enter and then they may enter several shows on the same day and decide to go different places. And (Mary), my partner, said, “My God, you’re French is impeccable.” And I said, “You know, it’s amazing, but my high school French teacher would be very proud of me.” And that was like post high school 35 or 40 years. In this latest episode (Episode 8) we talk with the legendary Mary Carillo of Real Sports and NBC Sports, ... what it’s like to host the Westminster Dog Show. John O’Hurley:     Well this is, you know — again — it’s the great family day and I always have my family there. Fans can post on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram why you’re thankful for your dog and you use the hashtag #DogThanking and tag @Purina. Q) I look forward to watching it as well as the rest of America. I’m a – I love the whole Terrier group and as David said it looks like we’re going to have King, the guy – the dog who won best in show at the Beverly Hills Dog show. She is known for her work on Wimbledon (2004), Billie Jean King: Portrait of a Pioneer (2006) and American Experience (1988). I know you were just talking about how you love when people send in their videos and that and this is something about sending a meme. Mary Carillo learns why Labrador Retrievers don't win Best in Show . I’m a – I love the whole Terrier group and as David said it looks like we’re going to have King, the guy – the dog who won best in show at the Beverly Hills Dog show. Where somebody comes – when you’re walking down the street with your dog and somebody comes over to you and says, “Oh, Angel, Angel, Angel, how you doing?” And they look up at me and say, “How you doing?”, like as – I’m an afterthought. If you want to get in on the meme contest. Her name is Charlotte and she’s – she is a mixed breed and then I don’t mean just a mixed breed, I mean a really mixed breed. So that’s always a great battle, because the Terriers are such great little show dogs and these are two dogs that have been very successful and they’re both in the top 10 on the all breeds. Mary Carillo:        I’m answering quickly. Mary Carillo: Oh I’m a sucker for Terriers. And there isn’t much programming anymore that really hits all of – it hits all of our mass audience from 4 to 94. But I think this year we’re going to see the two top Terriers in the country. And it was quite a nice story. It really is. Mary Carillo:        I think one of the reasons the ratings continue to climb is that so many dogs now know how to operate their remotes and I’ll tell you what, for animals that lack an opposable thumb they really – they’ve really helped our ratings. They didn’t just show up out of nowhere. Please proceed. And then we have the Grand Besset Griffon Vendeen. Q) My question is what is the atmosphere like backstage and behind the scenes of the show? Login, Copyright © Starry Constellation Magazine, Scott Patterson – Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life. I think my fan base has expanded over the years. Sportscaster Mary Carillo hosted the telecast, with play-by-play announcing coming from AKC executives Gina DiNardo, Carolyn Manno and Bill Ellis. Since then, she has not been in any relationship till now. I think there’s something in it for everybody here. If you like TVLine, you'll LOVE our weekly newsletter. They want you to know about their dog, about that breed, you know? He was – it was only one week later that he was born. And just to watch how calm they are. I love them the breed, especially for that reason. All rights Sure. They want to answer your questions, you know. Mary Carillo, Whippet "Whiskey" Best In Show Winner, Justin Smithey, Handler -- Get premium, high resolution news photos at Getty Images And it’s kind of cool to see that Mary got inducted into the Sports Broadcaster’s Hall of Fame as well. A lot of them are, you know, they’re in their boxes sleeping, you know, taking it easy even when they’re getting groomed and fussed over. I just went blank for the moment. Mary Carillo:        I — again — I think dogs are allowed to vote now or something. Same. That is a herding dog. Mary Carillo was once a married woman. And of course having Mary Carillo back there helps as well. Mary Carillo:        I have to tell you, I understand the question. How’d your favorites fare? What do you think of me, David? They’re kind of seeing what’s going on with the dogs – with the other dogs in the ring and the people outside the ring too. And she’s changed the energy in our home ever since. Winners may be invited to compete at Crufts. National Championship host Mary Carillo will put her dog knowledge to test as she crowns a Puppy Best In Show champion. Q) What is the funniest moment you’ve seen in the past shows you guys hosted? It’s fun. As always, the competition was ruff, and only one competitor could emerge top dog. David Frei:           Sorry, pet radio. And remember when he won the Westminster and there were – his reaction made the whole of Madison Square Garden collapse in laughter in applause. It’s like a couple of thousand dogs. And if you missed this competition’s original broadcast, fear not — you can catch it again on Saturday, Nov. 28 at 8/7c. The dogs are the stars and we’re just there to carry the treats. And my personal favorite is the Pembroke Welsh Corgi. All right. And I always say if dogs could talk they would say, “Me too. The National Dog Show is one of the three major dog shows in the United States, along with the AKC/Eukanuba National Championship and the Westminster Dog Show. We’re busy and animated, you know, pretty happy to be on the planet. Noted sportscaster Mary Carillo joins the broadcasting team this year as a featured reporter with engaging interviews throughout the broadcast. But — you know what — it’s a dog show and you got to show and we’ll see who is going to have their day and their moment of inspiration when the judge is looking at them. I will tell you a story and I know I’ve told it to David. Then, sports broadcaster Mary Carillo gives commentary and analysis from within the show Mary Carillo:        Is that right? It’s after thirty-some years of dog shows on T.V. Which breed of dog do you look forward to seeing each year? The show features thousands of dogs from around the country and the world competing for the coveted title of National Champion. It’s kind of like the smiles are never-ending. I want to do one thing to  – to just get the name straight. And then on top of that I did have an opportunity to open the humane society structure out in the – the state of the art one they have in St. Louis and I — low and behold — came home with a rescue from there. It’s wonderful family entertainment on the best family day of the year. Mary Carillo, Actress: Wimbledon. The Royal Canin Puppy Pre-Show will run on … They’re proud of their pooches and they show it. And when the AKC finally recognizes them and makes them eligible for competition, they’re new to the competition, but they’re not really new breeds per say. Once again hosted by John O’Hurley and David Frei, the 19th annual broadcast featured side commentary from NBC Sports correspondent Mary Carillo. They want to interact with their people. So it’s always kind of…. Q) Are there any new breeds for us to see this year?Operator:              And our next question comes from the line of Krista Chain with TV Megasite’s. The Kennel Club of Philadelphia annual event. I mean he’s trying to become the first dog to win national – nationally televised dog shows back to back. John and David together for a while and, Mary, you’ve done the Westminster dog show also with David. The AKC National Championship will be presented on ABC for the next three years under an agreement between the American Kennel Club and ESPN announced Monday, Dec. 7, 2020. Drop a comment with your thoughts on the results. Q) And anything about this year’s favorite breed to win this year? How they are trained. And every year they – we introduce new breeds. It’s not some tribe dance they’ve been working on for months. Carillo was the only female inducted into the 2018 Class of the Sports Broadcasting Hall of Fame that also included Bob Costas, Jim Nantz and Dick Vitale. Why do you think that so many people love watching the show and do you think that this is the show that people need now more than ever given the current political climate? Q) Mary, one more question. David Frei:           Let’s do it. Everyone knows you for that. They together had two children, a son named Anthony Bowden and a daughter named Rachel Bowden. And the reason they put new breeds in is to just have me mess up the pronunciation of them. And they’re all gorgeous dogs, but I’m a sucker for the Terriers. We’ll bring you to the dog show if you’re chosen to be the best one. David Frei:           Well it’s hard to say. Mary Carillo was born on March 15, 1957 in Queens, New York City, New York, USA. So you think that has something, a little bit of extra help to get into that Hall of Fame honor? I’ve just had a great, great experience every time I’ve gotten to do one. She was previously married to the Australian tennis instructor Bill Bowden. So you know, the people that she’s rubbing shoulders there is very cool. Q) John, you just look so happy along with David and Mary. And that — I don’t know — for some reason that’s  always made me smile and I happen to believe that. Why do you love this so much? The memes are posters that are created to help promote the dog show. It’s a beautiful little dog named Sadie May. Mary Carillo:        …yes, I love Terriers. They’ve never had enough of them. Also taking place as a companion event to this year’s National Dog Show will be the 2020 NDS Therapy Dog Symposium, which was founded last year by NDS host/AKC judge/dog author David Frei. Mary Carillo:        But, David, we lost Uno the Beagle this year. Q) You know, every year the ratings climb for the national dog show. That’s – it is the larger version of the petite version of that. We need to say – see who shows up, you know, for one thing. What time is the National Dog Show? John O’Hurley:     Actually it truly is. So…. We had one video of one dog walking around to the back of the screen looking for the dogs that are there. Mary Carillo:     The benched show is not every dog show features the benching area where, you know, spectators can go back there and watch the dogs getting groomed, getting ready. And the whole NBC crew who has done it for a long while and they’re – were very, very devoted to the shows we’ve put on. He’s an agile athlete with a bright, friendly nature.”, * The Dogo Argentino (Working Group): “A strong and intelligent hunting dog from Argentina, originally bred to hunt big game such as boar and mountain lion. We’re busy. National Dog Show … I was honored to be inducted into the Dog Writers of America Hall of Fame. John O’Hurley:     They’ve jumped. What is it that makes the show so popular with dog lovers? I loved the athletic dogs, the hounds, the sporting dogs and all dogs to a certain extent, but especially them. My wife and my son, they have, you know, we have grown up with the dog show and every year we spent our Thanksgiving with it. Can you tell us about that? I’m the owner of two Terriers. Q) What pets do you have in your lives and which breed or group are each of you most like? We’re really proud of the whole team. We had the DNA done for her and I got to tell you I think somebody swam out to meet this – somebody swam out to meet the navy ship, because I have never seen more cross breeds in one dogs. It is remarkably funny to watch them go up and actually assault or try to sniff the screen. The couple got married in the year 1983. It’s remarkable. He has a short white coat and expressive face.”, * The Belgian Laekenois (Herding Group): “Like its three close Belgian relatives (Belgian Malinois, Belgian Sheepdog, Belgian Tervuren), the Laekenois was originally used in police work. But lots of people around the world also know you were being on this dog show. Frei will be joined by longtime broadcast partner John O’Hurley (Seinfeld, Family Feud) and longtime sportscaster Mary Carillo. 11/28/2019 Why the “adopt don’t shop” mentality is detrimental to dogs. You’re threatening my job security though. The – they’re always willing to give you a lick if you wander over there and ask about them. In addition to the National Dog Show, Carillo hosted USA Network’s presentation of the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, for several years alongside longtime host David Frei. The show is hosted by Seinfeld actor and presenter John O'Hurley and dog expert David Frei. How are you today? The dog burrowed itself into my jacket as I was making my remarks to the press and by the end I just lifted my lapel and said, “Would anybody like to go to Beverly Hills?” And so she followed me home. Yes. After 15 years of their marriage, the couple divorced in the year 1998. You’re right on it. So that’s what I’ve got going right now. The Laekenois separates itself with its different coat color and texture, and a different region of origin.”. So we’re very proud of Mary. David Frei:           Well they do funny things all the time. We have the Nederlandse Kooikerhondje. nydailynews.com New York goes to the dogs as local sportscaster Mary Carillo hosts Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show I love the Corgis, but I look forward to the new breeds this year. AMC Releases First Stills From Oscar-Winner Alejandro Amenábar's…, Fanatics Expanding To China in Joint Venture With Private…, Berlin 2021: The 10 Most Exciting Films at This Year's Festival, 'Mank' and 'Tenet' Lead 25th Annual Art Directors Guild…, Serial Spiller? We came from the same breeder. Q) Your show brings so much joy to so many people especially during a time where the country is so divided. But she’s…I think she’s going in with Bob Costas for God sake. Krista Chain:        Hi. ... NEW YORK — The biggest dog show in the country, the AKC National Championship, will be presented on ABC on Jan. 17 and remain on the network for the next three years under an agreement between the American Kennel Club and ESPN. The show will be co-hosted by legendary dog show analyst David Frei and beloved TV personality John O’Hurley, along with NBC’s Mary Carillo and Maria Menounos as official correspondents at the show. TV. Stay with us until two. I want to say one thing about new breeds too just to make it official. We want to get people involved and think about keep that remote away from those football guys, because they’re going to end up watching the show and having as much fun with the dog show that they will with any of these football games going on on Thanksgiving Day. For more on how dog shows work, see our guide to the basics, and also be sure to check out what the professionals have to say. Q) Mary, I know your work with tennis and the Olympics and everything else. You can enter the meme contest with – I’ve gone blank on the name of the…it’s called That Dogs Until 2. reserved.PMC Entertainment. According to a news release, Dog trainer Brady Foster, celebrity dog groomer Jess Rona, and TV personality and veterinarian Diarra Blue will join Brady to select the video finalists. And for every one of those posts between November 9th and 25th, Purina will donate one dollar to Tony LaRussa’s animal rescue foundation. If you need a refresher, last year’s winner was a god-like Bulldog named Thor. John O’Hurley:     I’ll be the first one to answer. So I think that – she had a great – she – she’s still in the midst of – I don’t want to make it sound like she’s going down. With humor and expertise, the hosts make sense of the show's complicated rules and rituals. David Frei:           I have a Cavalier, the first little dog I’ve ever had, a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel from the toy group. David Frei:           I am. An insider’s look at the storied show. It’s a beautiful atmosphere. Emmy Award-winning journalist, author and TV personality Maria Menounos will welcome two and four-legged celebrity guests on the red carpet, NBC Sports correspondent Mary Carillo will report from inside the show ring and “American Ninja Warrior” host Akbar Gbajabiamila will provide behind-the-scenes access as digital contributor. We call them new breeds, but some of these breeds have been around for years. Me too.” So they’re always looking for something to do that may not be right in front of them and they may not care who’s holding the other end of the leash. John O’Hurley:     And as you may remember we televise the kennel club of Beverly Hills back on Easter Sunday for the second year, so that’s why it’s exciting to us. And also help out a little bit with some of the broadcasting. ... hosted by Mary Carillo with Gina DiNardo and Carolyn Manno handling the paw-by-paw duties. NBC Sports correspondent Mary Carillo offers her insights during the show. Krista Chain:        My question is are there any new breeds for us to see this year?