1910: Mike, the Extraordinary Trolley-Riding Fire Dog of Engine Company 8 » MikeWins

Mike wins Westminster Kennel Club Show

Although Mike had a short life, it was a very rewarding one. Not only did he help save lives, he also took first place in the Dalmatian class at the 34th annual Westminster Kennel Club show at Madison Square Garden in 1910 and 1911. The class was specifically dedicated to firemen’s dogs. In 1910, second place went to two-year-old Smoke II of Engine Company 68 on Jay Street in Brooklyn.

Mike the fire dog wins the blue ribbon at Westminster Kennel Club Show