The same procedures are used for bitches. The best dog and best bitch winners then compete for Best of Breed. If they cannot make a mutual decision, then a referee decides. The Best of Breed winner represents its breed in the group competition. As previously stated, champions must enter the open class and must win that class and the best of its sex before being considered for Best of Breed.
Some champions have outstanding records in earning challenge certificates.
The Pastoral group is the newest group and is roughly equivalent to the AKC Herding Group. There are 191 breeds currently eligible for registration with The Kennel Club. A list of breeds, number of entries, and group winners are attached to this document. At the end of the day, the best of breed winners compete for the four group placements. The group winners return on the last day of the show to compete for Best in Show and Reserve Best in Show.