Crufts Takes a Hit, While Harrison Takes an Award

Two squibs, which I think benefit from juxtaposition:

1. Dog World reports that Eukanuba has withdrawn its support from the agility classes at Crufts. Prior to Eukanuba's withdrawal, Pedigree dog food, the BBC, Hill's dog food, the RSPCA, Dogs Trust, and the PDSA (Britain's leading veterinary charity), had all withdrawn from Crufts. Crufts major sponsor is now a company that sells half-priced sofas.
   
   
2. K9 Magazine reports that Jemima Harrison, the producer of Pedigree Dogs Exposed for the BBC, has been awarded the RSPCA's highest honor "for her commitment to the welfare of pedigree dogs." It is the first time the RSPCA award has gone to a filmmaker. For the record, Pedigree Dogs Exposed was commissioned by Richard Klein, the Executive producer was Eamon Hardy for the BBC, and the cameraman throughout was Jemima's partner, Jon Lane. Congratulations to all!

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