KKKrazy Protest Outside Westminster

Written by PETA

Posted 02-10-2009

25 Comments

Want to incite a media circus that almost—but not quite—descends into fisticuffs? Just put on a white sheet outside the AKC's biggest dog show and let the dog biscuits fall where they may. Check out these photos from the protest at Madison Square Garden:

No, there wasn't a biker convention going on. Apparently, some New Yorkers just love their black jackets made from cows. The focus of the media cameras (just outside the frame) is PETA spokesperson Michael McGraw, who was interviewed by tons of reporters.

Some folks looked like they expected Howie Mandel to jump out at them any moment. Others started talking about the whole thing on their cell phones.

The dour-looking woman to the right is a dog-breeder type attempting to stage a counter-protest—proving our point about the wealth of "*Glamour* Don'ts" to be found at Westminster.

Our star leaflet distributor was young Rose, who has no idea what the KKK is, but loves dogs of all sizes, shapes, and colors.

Written by Alisa Mullins

Tags:

dogs, breeders, victory, huskies, Westminster, of, North, White Rain Carolina, UNC, tar heels, wildcats, sparty, apollo, kkk, ku klux klan, akc, American kennel club

Recent Comments

Krissy commented:

5-5-2011 9:45 PM

PETA, I’m tired of arguing with you (have join the online thing so maybe I can be heard) so maybe I can help. You’re pointing fingers at the wrong people AKC isn’t for puppy mill dogs I have the web page to the Kennel Club created specifically FOR puppy mill breeders FOR PROFITING of dogs. PLEASE don’t over look this they NEED to be taken out. http://www.continentalkennelclub.com/breedmain.aspx
Joanne commented:

2-20-2009 11:15 AM

okay everyone....you are saying that you have to ADOPT not BUY....maybe people wouldnt have to adopt if stupid backyard breeders didnt produce the puppies!!!! Dont take anything out on purebred dog breeders. They invest more money producing healthy animals than anyone! If anything you should be thanking them for what they are doing. And for anyone who thinks that dog shows are cruel...this is for you. Dogs love going to the show...their tails are wagging and they're having FUN!!! "show dogs" get fed a more nutritious diet and have more care taken on them than probably like 80 percent of dogs in pet homes! They get bathed more often get vet attention when any little thing goes wrong! I dont understand why anyone would think it was cruel!!!
Haley commented:

2-19-2009 4:36 PM

Who thought this was a good idea? This is offensive in so many ways...
Kirsty commented:

2-12-2009 3:45 PM

I live in Charleston SC and here in May there is going to be the dog Charleston dog show. But it isn't what you are thinking. Anyone and I mean anyone can bring their dog they can do the show thing or a costume contest. I have a retired racing greyhound and I also work with our local GPA chapter and foster dogs that are off the track and in need of homes. Well mixed breeds rescues seniors and full breeds are welcome at this show. But there will also be rescue group tents set up so it should be a pretty amazing time. I'm not against dogs shows I'm just against the process and people thinking mixed breeds or rescues are not good enough. Our dogs will not be judged they will just have some fun in the sunshine.
Meech! commented:

2-12-2009 11:11 AM

I think that unfortunately the thing that gets people excited about buying a bred dog is that they get a puppy. The puppies in shelters go FAST. One of the replies here said "i'm not an AKC snob by ANY means. i think what they do is wrong. but i also think i'd rather have the overpriced dog and give him a good home since he's already born" ... that's the terrible tragedy of all this. The dogs born from this cruel industry absolutely deserve the love of a caring owner and are truly innocent victims. There is nothing wrong with wanting to provide for those innocent puppies but paying for them just feeds the industry and tells breeders that people are willing to support the practice because they can't resist the charm of puppies. And millions of shelter animals waste away because they are imperfect older and worn. If one day all designerbreeding ceased all of those puppies "already born" would certainly find good homes... and better yet all of the tormented mother dogs would find peace at last. Don't pay breeders.
Araedea commented:

2-12-2009 7:12 AM

There are a lot of things wrong with pure breeding animals but if it is done in a controlled manner with strict guidelines ie not breeding two animals that are too closely related incest happens among animals too but they also try to avoid such acts the genetic problems that occur are reduced. My min pen was the result of a puppy farming and other that having a small herniated belly button she is as healthy as can be. She is intelegente and I found her on the side of the road.
js commented:

2-11-2009 8:03 PM

On a side note many reputableshow breeders also actively participate in fostering and placing rescues. Pedigree and their adoption program has had commercials and adoption stories for a few years. And yes the popularity of designer dogs needs attention. IMO that is hurting adoptions. Go to your local shelter and adopt that pugbeagle mix instead of paying a few grand. Seriously.
Pepsi One is Fun commented:

2-11-2009 3:22 PM

Rev. Meg I was thinking the same thing considering the things the KKK did might hit a sore spot to some people.
Rex's Mom commented:

2-11-2009 3:08 PM

I have to admit I did watch part of the dog show and there were commercials from Pedigree dog food urging people to adopt shelter dogs which never would have happened years ago at this dog show. So maybe they are relenting when it comes to adoption along with breeding. The commentator even said to only buy from a reputable breeder. He didnt say don't buy from a puppy mill but he implied it.
Rev. Meg commented:

2-11-2009 1:43 PM

I am just glad to hear none of the protesters was injured. Your young protesters do not know what can be incited when klan robes are donned.

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