Competing For 'Best in Show,' Pooches Get Star Treatment

WNYC News | Feb 13, 2018

New York City is rolling out the red carpet for the pups competing in this year's Westminster Dog Show -- literally.

Red carpets, spa treatment and gourmet food orders (spinach pizza, really?) are just part of the job for Jerry Grymek, the dog concierge at the Hotel Pennsylvania. Throughout the week of competition, Grymek greets, pampers and caters to the over 500 dogs staying at the hotel.

"It's a doghouse, but in a good way," Grymek says.

The 142nd Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show wraps up tonight, with the announcement of this year's "Best in Show."

Grymek spoke with WNYC's Richard Hake about the exceptional requests made for these exceptional canines.

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