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Dog Breeding & Grooming Shows
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USA★ 8
Intergroom & SuperZoo
Premier grooming competitions and trade shows. Intergroom in New Jersey (April) and SuperZoo in Las Vegas (August). Competitions include creative grooming and breed styling. Convention center infrastructure rated 9/10 with high registration costs. Offers pet industry trade show, seminars, and networking for professionals.
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USA★ 9
Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show
America's most prestigious dog show since 1877, held at Madison Square Garden. Features over 2,500 dogs from 200+ breeds competing for Best in Show. Event moved recently to June outdoors. Attracts 20,000+ spectators. Includes breed judging, agility, and obedience competitions. National television broadcast with excellent infrastructure and NYC tourism combination.
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USA★ 7
National Dog Show
Thanksgiving Day TV tradition held at Greater Philadelphia Expo Center with 2,000 dogs. Sanctioned by AKC, modern expo facility rated 9/10. Features meet the breeds and therapy dogs with NBC nationwide broadcast. Costs moderate and event integrates Philadelphia's history and Amish country tourism.
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China★ 7
China Kennel Union
Hosts events in Shanghai and Beijing with infrastructure rated 7/10. Shows rapid growth and moderate costs. Important for China's expanding dog breeding scene.
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France★ 6
Paris Dog Show
Known as Championnat de France, this show focuses on French breeds and is held in Paris. Infrastructure rated 8/10 with moderate daily costs. Key event in French dog breeding community and culture.
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Australia★ 7
Sydney Royal Dog Show
Part of the Easter Show, this Southern Hemisphere event relies on well-rated infrastructure (8/10). Features diverse breed competitions and combines with Sydney city attractions. Costs moderate to high during Easter period.
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Sweden / Finland★ 7
Nordic Dog Shows
Rotating between Stockholm and Helsinki, this show emphasizes Spitz breeds. Offers well-rated infrastructure (8/10) and moderate to high daily costs. Important event for Nordic dog breeds and communities.
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Various★ 9
World Dog Show (FCI)
Rotating annual event hosted by different countries, attracting 20,000+ dogs. Held over 4 days with major venues offering high-level infrastructure. Features junior handling and national presentations with multi-lingual judging. Planning requires booking one year ahead. Examples of recent hosts include Madrid, Leipzig, and Amsterdam.
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Various★ 6
Breed Specialty Shows
Includes specialty dog breed shows such as Poodle Club of America, Golden Retriever National, French Bulldog Nationals, Dachshund Nationals, Border Collie Championships, Shetland Sheepdog Nationals, Cocker Spaniel Specialty, Labrador Retriever National, German Shorthaired Pointer, Cavalier King Charles, Boston Terrier National, Corgi Specialties, Beagle National, Bulldog National, and Rottweiler Klubsieger. These shows focus on breed-specific competitions and community engagement worldwide.
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