They also represent a great opportunity to get up-to-date information on caring and training for dogs. Competitive events can feature agility tests, obedience tests, and working tests.

Judges and event organisers are carefully vetted by the Irish Kennel Club. If you would like more information on the types of competition involved in a show, click here. In this section of the site, you will also find information on what dogs are eligible to enter a show, the process of entering a show and the awards given out at a show.