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Dave's passion for Newfoundlands began
in 1965 when he, alongside his devoted
wife Peggy, acquired their first dog,
which began their legacy of champion
Pouch Cove Newfoundlands. For over half
a century, the Pouch Cove prefix became
synonymous with excellence, producing
over 300 champions, including the iconic
CH Darbydale's All Rise Pouch Cove
(Josh), who captured the coveted Best
in Show title at the 2004 Westminster
Kennel Club Dog Show.
In 2017, Dave assumed the role of
Show Chairman. In this role, he presided
over The Westminster Kennel Club Dog
Show with unparalleled dedication,
ensuring that every detail contributed to
the excellence and success of the show
for exhibitors and spectators alike. When
he became Club Secretary in 2022, his
dedication to the Club and the sport
remained steadfast.
Beyond his formal roles within
Westminster, Dave's love for the sport
resulted in a history of accomplishments,
including the prestigious AKC Breeder
of the Year award in 2005, several
National Specialty wins, as well as
All-Breed Best in Show wins with his
Newfoundlands, Portuguese Water Dogs,
and Norwich Terriers.
Dave was known for his
kindness, humor, and
unwavering love for dogs
and the sport. I am thankful
I had the privilege of knowing
this extraordinary man.
A true luminary, Dave's influence
extended far beyond his breeding and
show accomplishments. As a leader
within the Club and the broader purposebred
dog community, he served with
distinction as the Grounds Chairman
during our pivotal move to Piers 92/94
in Manhattan. His engineering acumen
and meticulous attention to detail set the
stage for the seamless execution of the
2013 show.
Today and every day, we honor Dave
Helming's incredible contributions,
and we dedicate the 148th
Annual
Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show to
his enduring legacy. Thank you, Dave!
Dr. Donald Sturz, President
The Westminster Kennel Club
Dog Show 101 - 2024

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