CARE home residents were glued to their screens as they watched pups get put through their paces at Crufts 2025.

Residents and staff at Wilton Place say they kept an eye on the agility competition in particular.

Crufts took place from March 6 to March 9.

Antoinette, the general manager at the home, said: “Our residents all love animals; we have lots of visits from different therapy pets, which always cause a great deal of excitement.

“Crufts is absolute heaven for our canine-loving residents here; they absolutely love watching all the different breeds and seeing which one comes out on top!”

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Resident, Richard, said: “I have always been a huge fan of all sorts of different animals, but dogs have to be my favourite; they are just such loving and loyal creatures.

The therapy dog proved popular with residents Picture Wilton Place

“Crufts is such great entertainment; I am so glad it is back – I just wish it went on for longer!”

A spokesperson for the care home added: “Our residents particularly enjoyed taking part in a canine-themed quiz whilst having hot refreshments and delicious homemade cake.”