Ryan Hanigan’s dog takes best in breed at Westminster

The last time we were talking about new Rays catcher Ryan Hanigan and one of his dogs, it was good news that followed bad:

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This time, we’re talking about Hanigan and one of his Australian Shepherds because of unambiguously good news. Via the Tampa Bay Times:

“It’s incredible that she went from my No. 1 bed buddy to best of breed at Westminster!!!” Hanigan told the Associated Press in a text message.

Hanigan’s No. 1 bed buddy is Copperridge What’s Your Dream. This is she:

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Winning best in breed is usually at least a five-exclamation-point text. The restraint and measured emotions shown by Hanigan are what make him a natural field general.