Meet Farmington's 2025 'Top Dog'

Town of Farmington

FARMINGTON, CT — The results are in, and Farmington officially has a 2025 "Top Dog."

According to the Farmington Town Clerk's office, the 2025 Top Dog is "Laxton," a 9-year-old Saint Bernard rescued from Georgia.

Laxton's dog license renewal was pulled as the "Top Dog," and he receives "No. 1" for 2025-26.

"He is an outgoing dog who loves the outdoors. He is a protector of his home and his owner, Pat Chanosky of Farmington," wrote the town in an announcement.

Laxton likes the cooler temperatures and loves to play catch and tug-of-war outside after the sun goes down.

According to the town, Chanosky adopted Laxton six years ago, and he "has been loving his forever home ever since."

The "Top Dog" contest is part of the dog license push in June, and the "Top Dog" drawing was held on June 19.

To participate, contestants had to send in a photo of their dog to the town clerk's office, along with the dog's name, owner's name, address, and a phone number.

For more information on getting/renewing dog licenses in Farmington, click on this link.

From June 6: 'Dog Days' Come Early In Farmington'