Photos: 2019 National Dog Show

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The National Dog Show was held in Philadelphia on Nov. 16, but the made-for-TV event was aired Thanksgiving Day. A bulldog named Thor won best in show.

Thor is a picture of confidence as he awaits his turn at the National Dog Show in Philadelphia.

Eduardo Paris of Peru exults as a bulldog named Thor wins Best in Show at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center.

Eduardo Paris of Peru reacts after Thor the bulldog was awarded Best in Show at the National Dog Show.

To the victor goes the adulation: Eduardo Paris and Thor bask in the glow of winning after the bulldog was awarded Best in Show at the National Dog Show.

The Best in Show trophy was the coveted piece of hardware at the National Dog Show, which was held at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center.

Dogs and their handlers wait before the judging for Best in Group at the National Dog Show in Philadelphia.

A dog catches up on some sleep during a break at the National Dog Show in Philadelphia.

Cecilia Bozzo has the attention of her two smooth coat Chihuahuas during the National Dog Show.

Laura Kieffer shares a laugh with Lizzie, 2, a Whippet, during the National Dog Show.

A judge checks a dog's teeth during the National Dog Show in Philadelphia.

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Thor is a picture of confidence as he awaits his turn at the National Dog Show in Philadelphia.

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