Elvira, a bracco Italiano, competes in the Masters Agility Competition during the 146th Westminster Dog Show on June 18 in Tarrytown, New York. AP
The ancient Italian bird-hunting dog is the 200th member of the American Kennel Club's roster of recognised breeds. AP
The handsome, powerful but amiable pointers can now go for best in show at many US dog shows, including the prestigious Westminster Kennel Club event next year. AP
Elvira could face off with Trumpet, a bloodhound, at next year's Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. AP
