SPORTING GROUP The Sporting Group is comprised of gun dogs that were developed to assist the hunter. These dogs are remarkable for their instincts in water and woods and are generally naturally active, alert and have stable temperaments. DID YOU KNOW? 2016 In 2016, CJ, a German Shorthaired Pointer, became the 10th Purina® Pro Plan®.* Best in Show Champion in a row to be fueled by The Labrador Retriever is one of the most popular breeds, according to the AKC, but has never won Best in Show. 2023 was the first year the Bracco Italiano was eligible to compete at Westminster. 20 20 Best in Show Winners have come from the Sporting Group. The Barbet, a French water dog, was eligible to compete at Westminster in 2021. Pro Plan® fuels the most sporting dog champions.** *The handlers or owners of these champions may have received Pro Plan dog food as Purina ambassadors. ** Based on 2023 National, World & Invitational Champions and Purina Award Winners. The handlers or owners of these champions may have received Pro Plan dog food as Purina ambassadors.