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List of 2025 events at a glance
We are very busy at Oxford Dog Sports!
We host a number of events including, but not limited to, ABIDS Conformation, UKC Conformation, UKC Rally Obedience, UKC Obedience, UKC Nosework, ABIDS Urban Rat Race, ABIDS Country Rat Race, ...
PLEASE LOOK FURTHER DOWN THIS PAGE FOR THE DETAILED INFORMATION OF EACH SHOW/TRIAL/EVENT. Thank you!
Sun Nov 16th
Conformation
ABI PJ Party Dog Show
3x Shows Sat (9:00 –11:00 – 1:00)
Sat Dec 6th
Sun Dec 7th
Conformation
UKC HO HO HO Dog Show
2 x Shows Saturday
Show #1 8:30
show #2 to follow show #1
2 x Shows Sunday
Show #1 8:30
show #2 to follow show #1
Sat 13 Sun December 14th
Conformation
ABI Jingle All The Way Show
3x Shows Sat ( 9:00 –11:00 – 1:00)
2 x Shows Sun (concurrently @9:00)
Sunday December 14th
Conformation
ABI
ABI Show of Shows
The Show of Shows will run after Shows 1 & 2 have completed
FOR MORE DETAILS ON EACH EVENT PLEASE HAVE A LOOK FURTHER DOWN THIS PAGE...
(We are adding details as they are developed by our team)
What is dog conformation?
Wikipedia defines Dog Conformation as: "A dog show is an animal show, an event where dogs are exhibited. A conformation show, also referred to as a breed show, is a kind of dog show in which a judge, familiar with a specific dog breed, evaluates individual purebred dogs for how well the dogs conform to the established breed type for their breed, as described in a breed's individual breed standard.[1]
Dog shows can be in the means of evaluating dogs for breeding purposes. A conformation championship from a recognized national kennel club is generally considered as an indication of merit. Many breeders consider championships a prerequisite for breeding. Some critics argue that the shows can encourage selective breeding of traits and lower genetic diversity.
The first modern conformation dog show was held in Newcastle Town Hall in Newcastle upon Tyne, England, in June 1859."
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dog_show
The UKC (United Kennel Club) definition of Conformation states: "A Conformation event is a competition for purebred dogs where the dog is evaluated based upon how closely the dog conforms to its breed standard. This type of event is beneficial to both exhibitors who seek an evaluation of their dog’s conformation and breeders who wish to enhance their breeding programs by selecting dogs that encompass the function, temperament, and physical attributes of the breed." https://www.ukcdogs.com/docs/rulebooks/conformation-rulebook-revised.pdf
The AKC (American Kennel Club) definition of Conformation states: "Conformation events range from large all-breed shows, with over 3,000 dogs entered, to small local specialty club shows that feature only one breed. The official term for dog shows is conformation — as in, the act of conforming or producing conformity. While a dog show may look like a beauty pageant, it’s not. Dogs are not being compared to each other; they’re being measured by how closely they conform to the standard of their particular breed. Why? Because the closer a dog’s appearance is to the breed’s standard, the better that dog’s ability will be to produce puppies that meet the standard. It’s also the reason why mixed breeds and spayed or neutered purebreds are ineligible to compete in conformation.
The CKC (Canadian Kennel Club) definition of Conformation states: " A competitive exhibition for dogs at which dogs are judged in accordance with an established standard of perfection for each breed wherein championship points are awarded. May be for all breeds, or for a single breed or group of breeds (Specialty Show)."
https://www.ckc.ca/en/Files/Breed-Standards/Breed-Standards/Glossary-en
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ABIDS (All Breed International Dog Shows) is not a dog registry. We recognize dogs registered in various dog registries including but not limited to FCI ("Fédération Cynologique Internationale"), AKC American Kennel Club, UKC United Kennel Club, CKC Canadian Kennel Club. We also recognize rare breed dogs as well.
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Don's forget that when you enter a Dog Conformation Show, you are paying for a judge's opinion of your dog on that day among that group of dogs in the ring.
You will hopefully notice and appreciate how certain dogs show interest and enthusiasm in the ring; on top of their form, structure, muscle tone, movement, temperament, conformity to the breed standard, and aptitude to do the job they were originally bred for.
ABI / ABIDS
All Breed International Dog Shows and Performance Events at
Oxford Dog Sports Incorporated!
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
MISSION STATEMENT ABI / ABIDS
At ABIDS, we strive to promote an environment where you can show your dog and have it be about your dog.
A friendly environment where people care about you and your dog.
Dog Conformation was created to hopefully better the breed.
Sean and I wanted to recreate a dog show like dog shows used to be; a fun, and supportive environment where it's all about the dog, not politics aimed at improving someone's status or position and are typically considered to be devious or divisive.
At ABIDS, it's ok to be happy for someone else's success. It's ok to encourage a newbie to this world of show dogs.
We are not saying it's perfect but I assure you, we work really hard to promote a positive memorable experience for all.
At ODS, we offer ABIDS Conformation, ABIDS Scent Detection, Urban Rat Race, and Country Rat Race Trials
ODS Oxford Dog Sports is an official UKC club
A Kalamazoo, Michigan-based company founded in 1898, United Kennel Club is the largest all-breed performance-dog registry in the world, registering dogs from all 50 states and 25 foreign countries.
Celebrating the unique Total Dog philosophy, UKC events highlight the instincts and heritage of dogs that look and perform equally well, as more than 60 percent of its annually licensed events are tests of hunting ability, training, and instinct.
United Kennel Club prides itself on its family-oriented, friendly, educational events, welcoming both purebred dogs and dogs of unknown ancestry.
History of UKC
February 10, 1898 His own American Pit Bull Terrier, Bennett’s Ring, was among representatives of the original fifteen recognized breeds and was assigned UKC registration number 1.
His emphasis was on the working dog, a concept now known at UKC as the ‘Total Dog’. United Kennel Club originally operated out of the Bennett household. For many years, Bennett maintained outside employment, running UKC on his own time.
Eventually it became necessary to separate the office into a section of his home and hire some office help.
What Makes Us Different?
UKC’s emphasis on the owner-handler-breeder and their dogs creates an inclusive, fun, and educational environment. Our comprehensive event opportunities highlight dogs’ instinct and heritage while encouraging the human-canine bond.
Amiable competition lends integrity to all UKC titles and degrees, furthering the virtue of every UKC pedigree. Through our registry services, performance and hunting events, and experienced staff committed to accurate and helpful customer service, UKC strives to promote Real Dogs for Real People.
At ODS, we offer UKC Conformation, Rally Obedience, Obedience, and Nosework Trials. (Rally Obedience classes and Nosework classes)
Learn more about what it means...
UKC TOTAL DOG
UKC has supported the Total Dog philosophy through its events and programs for over a century. Essentially, the UKC world of dogs is a working world. That's the way it was developed in 1898, and that's the way it remains today.
A Total Dog displays equal parts Function, Temperament, and Structure. Total Dog is a way to showcase dogs who look and perform equally well. The UKC Total Dog philosophy places an emphasis on dogs who shine in multiple venues, such as displaying the gait appropriate for their breed type while in the show ring, and then using that superb construction to effortlessly run full speed in a Lure Coursing race.
A sound, well-bred, well-adjusted dog can easily transition from the show ring to a performance event. They have the looks to excel as a proper specimen of their breed, while also having the brains and ability to perform athletically in a variety of sporting events.
To earn a Total Dog award, dogs must qualify in both conformation and an eligible performance event on the same day.
Your Total Dog could win $10,000 at the UKC Total Dog Invitational. The Total Dog Invitational is by invitation only.
To qualify for a invitation to this event, dogs must earn a Total Dog award at a Regional Qualifying Event (RQE).
UKC Classics are considered RQEs. UKC clubs that are planning an event featuring conformation plus a performance event may apply to be considered an RQE.
A total of 12 RQEs are held throughout the year.
Whether your dream is $10,000 or simply proving that your dog is a Total Dog at any show you attend, participating in both performance and conformation is a great way to accomplish something unforgettable your well-rounded dog.
Honor to whom honor is due
Total Dogs are deserving of recognition! Through events and programs highlighting the Total Dog, we give Honor to Whom Honor is Due®.
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Contact [email protected]
or [email protected] for EagerDog support with events at Oxford Dog Sports
N.B. Now available with ABIDS events as well!
ABIDS (All Breed International Dog Shows) and UKC (United Kennel Club) Conformation shows
at Oxford Dog Sports Incorporated
List of Dog Conformation Shows at Oxford Dog Sports
907168 Township Road 12, Building F, Bright (Try Blandford-Blenheim Township on your GPS), Ontario, Canada N0J 1B0
Dog Conformation shoWS at ods!
Events
At a glance...
16
November
2025
ABIDS
PJ Party Dog Show
Bright, ON, Canada
Entries open: Monday, October 20th, 2025
Entries close: Thursday, November 13, 2025 at midnight.
Entry Link: https://www.eagerdog.com/e/0zgjyc...
SHOW DETAILS
Show #1 – Linda Brox -9:00
Show #2 – Sara Manzi– not before 11:00
Show #3 – Dillon Conad - not before 1:00
ENTRY DETAILS ENTRY FEES- $25 with Eagerdog
NEW - Canadian Bred Best In Show - $15.00
Non-licensed events - $15.00
Indoor Show
All other inquiries contact [email protected]
ALL NEW Canadian Bred Best In Show
• Let's CELEBRATE our Canadian Bred Dogs
• To be eligible, your dog must be 1 year or older and be bred in Canada. Veteran and Altered Dogs Bred In Canada may also compete
• This class/show will be held at the end of each show
• You will enter this as a separate class on your entry form; only dogs registered in the regular show may compete in Canadian Bred, Best In Show at a fee of $15
• Points will be accumulated as per the regular show points schedule, based on the Number of dogs defeated and placement.
• These points will be gathered towards the separate Title of Canadian Bred Champion
SPECIAL EVENTS
• IT IS A PJ PARTY DRESS CODE REQUIRED
* Altered entry is free with an entry in the regular class
• Top Dog will be awarded for the day
LOCATION:
Oxford Dog Sports 907168 TWSP Rd 12, Bright, (Try Blandford-Blenheim Township on your GPS) Ontario, Canada
N0J 1B0
22
November
2025
ABI – SAY NO TO SNOW – Scent Dog Trial
Bright, ON, Canada
Challenge Games is the first of 4 Programs in the ABI Scent Dog Program. Each game is skill-driven and designed to target specific important skills needed to be successful in all Nosework Programs. YES there are many titles to be earned. Up your Nosework Game, build skills, and QUALIFY MORE.
Entries Open: Monday November 3rd, 2025
Entries Close: Wednesday, November 19, 2025
Challenge Games – Saturday, November 22nd
Judge – Sean Kent
Apprentice: Justin Brundage
Clear It
• The primary goal of this game is to strengthen a dog/handler team’s ability to search effectively and confidently call clear, emphasizing careful searching, strategic decision-making, and developing trust between the handler and dog.
• The game will consist of three areas, which may contain no hides, one hide, or multiple hides. Teams must successfully clear an area before progressing to the next, marking identified hides or distractions along the way
Against All ODS
**The primary goal this game is to test a dog/handler team’s ability to search an area without knowing how many hides are present, to help handlers build confidence in their dog’s abilities to search an area, and call clear effectively.
**Within Against The Odds, there will be an odd number of hides within the search area, either 1, 3, or 5. There will also be an equal number of distractions. The handler is to call clear when they believe that all hides have
Skills building: Calling an area clear, distraction work, being observant of in-odor behaviour, working in an area with many converging scents.
Lost & Found
Lost and Found is ABI Scent Dog Programs' latest, new, and exciting offering.
This program has been in development and testing since 2021 and is now ready for our Nosework Community to enjoy.
The program showcases a dog's ability to work independently to find an unfamiliar scented object. It is recommended that dogs have the skills equivalent to a UKC Advanced Nosework title, Novice Handler Discrimination title, and/or tracking experience prior to the program.
Entry forms and rules can be found in the file section of the Oxford Dog Sports and ABI Dog Shows Facebook page.
This Trial, we will be offering all elements at the Seeker Level at this trial.
• 1 x Container
* 1 x Interior
* 1 x Exterior
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Fees – Low Introductory offer
• $10 per game for Dog/Handler Teams entered in the UKC Trial on the same day
• $ 20 per if not entered in UKC Trial
• fees to [email protected]
Entries
• Contact us at [email protected] to register
Entry form and rules can be found on the ODS and ABI Facebook page in files section
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DAY OF SHOW ENTRIES AVAILABLE
Trial Coordinator
Amanda Mercanti [email protected]
Trial Secretary
Lisa Christie [email protected]
Trial Chairperson
Francois Ginchereau
416.669.4363
[email protected]
LOCATION:
Oxford Dog Sports 907168 Township Road 12 Bright, Ontario, Canada N0J 1B0
Philadelphia, PA
22
November
2025
ODS/UKC Winter Sucks Nosework Trial
DAY 1
Bright, ON, Canada
Saturday November 22nd & Sunday November 23rd, 2025
Entries Open: October 20th, 2025 Entries Close: November 19th, 2025 Saturday November 22nd,
TRIAL #1 – 8:30 Judges: Ami Bondy & Jessica King ** Interiors ** Vehicles Trial #2 – To follow Trial #1 Saturday, November 22nd, ** Interior ** Exterior
ENTRY Entries & Fees • $30 per Entry via Eagerdog (Online) • $35 per Entry via Email or Mail-In fees to [email protected]
BUT WAIT! THERE’S MORE!
• ABI SCENT DOG PROGRAM WILL ALSO BE HOSTING A TRIAL on Saturday November 22nd • 1 TRIAL, 2 X CHALLENGE GAMES ( ODDS & Clear It) * 2 x Trials of Lost & Found • IF YOU ARE ENTERED IN THE UKC TRIAL, YOU WILL GET THE INTRODUCTORY OFFER OF $10 PER GAME • GO TO ABI OR ODS FACEBOOK PAGE
FOR MORE INFO OR [email protected] Trial Coordinator Lisa Christie
[email protected]
Trial Secretary Cheryl Weston
[email protected] Trial Chairperson Francois Ginchereau
1 416 669 4363 [email protected]
LOCATION:
907168 Township Road 12, Bright, Ontario, Canada
N0J 1B0
New York, NY
23
November
2025
ODS/UKC Winter Sucks Nosework Trial
DAY 2
Bright, ON, Canada
Sunday November 23rd , 2025
Sunday, November 23rd 2025
Trial #1 – 8:30
Judges: Cheryl Weston & Ami Bondy
** Handler Discrimination
** Vehicle
TRIAL #2 – To follow Trial #1
Judges:
** Handler Discrimination
** Exterior
Trial Coordinator
Lisa Christie
[email protected]
Trial Secretary
Cheryl Weston
907168 TWSP Rd 12
Bright, ON N0J 1B0 Canada
[email protected]
Trial Chairperson
Francois Ginchereau
416.669.4363
[email protected]
New York, NY
30
November
2025
ABIDS – Winter Is Coming -Urban Rat Race Trial
Sunday, November 30, 2025
Pre-Entries Open: November 7th, 2025
Pre-Entries Close: November 27th, 2025
TRIAL DETAILS
Trial #1
Ring #1 – 10:00
Judging Team – To be announced
Element: Fantastic 5
Element: Tubes
Element: Obstructed
Trial #2
Judging Team
Ring #2 - 10:00
Element: Team
Element: Unobstructed
Element: Obstructed
ENTRIES: Pre-entry $25 per run
Send entry to [email protected]
FEES: **Send fees to [email protected]
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Day Of Show entries available from 8:00 am – 9:00 am
Trial Coordinator: Amanda Mercanti
Trial Secretary: Lisa Christie
Show Chair: Sean Kent
Chief Steward: Francois Ginchereau
SPECIAL EVENT
ADDITIONNAL INFORMATION:
1. Dogs must have completed the previous level to move up. For example, you must have completed Rookie Tubes to enter Clever Tubes
2.
Entry forms will be on the Facebook page, in the document section of the page
at Oxford Dog Sports group page
3. If you competed last season but don't remember what your dog has completed, you can contact us at [email protected]
New York, NY
Oxford Dog Sports / UKC 5th Annual Ho Ho Ho Show
Saturday, December 6th – Sunday, December 7th
DAY 1
Entries open: November 12th, 2025
Entries close: December 3rd, 2025 –
* This is a limited-entry Show; entries may close before November 12th
ENTRY DETAILS:
* Entries will be taken electronically at by Eagerdog:
eagerdog.com
UKC Ho Ho Ho Conformation Show Event - Oxford Dog Sports
* e-transfer to [email protected]
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questions: [email protected]
ENTRY FEES:
PRE-ENTRY FEES- $35
Non-licensed events - $20
No Day of Show
SATURDAY, December 6th
CONFORMATION – 9:00am
Show #1 – Lynda Proulx
Show #2 – Cheryl Patterson – Following Show #1
SUNDAY – December 7th
CONFORMATION - 9:00am
Show #1 – Mike Keeler (will Replace Tina Gibson)
Show #2 – Pennie Jackson – Following Show #1
SPECIAL EVENTS
• Prize for best dressed most festive attire each day
• Best of the Best competition each day
LOCATION:
Oxford Dog Sports
907168 Township Road 12, Bright, Ontario, Canada N0J 1B0
New York, NY
7
December
2025
Oxford Dog Sports / UKC 5th Annual Ho Ho Ho Show
Saturday, December 6th – Sunday, December 7th
DAY 2
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SUNDAY – December 7th CONFORMATION -
9:00am Show #1 – Mike Keeler (will Replace Tina Gibson) Show #2 – Pennie Jackson – Following Show #1
SPECIAL EVENTS • Prize for best dressed most festive attire each day • Best of the Best competition each day
LOCATION:
Oxford Dog Sports 907168 Township Road 12, Bright, Ontario,
Canada
N0J 1B0
New York, NY
13
December
2025
ABIDS – 5th Annual Jingle All The Way Dog Show
Saturday December 13th – Sunday December 14th
ENTRIES
Entries open: November 24th, 2025
Entries close: December 10th, 2025
ENTER AT https://www.eagerdog.com/e/s9tceo
DAY 1
SATURDAY
Show #1 – Cody Longsworth
Show #2 – Amanda McLeod
Show #3 – Sandra Alder
DAY 2
SUNDAY
Show #1 – Dillon Conad
Show #2 - Roy Atchison (will replace Tina Gibson)
ADDITIONAL EVENTS
NEW Canadian Bred Best In Show
• Entries can be made on eager dog
• Dogs may enter this event day of show if registered in the regular show
• Let's CELEBRATE our Canadian Bred Dogs
• To be eligible, your dog must be 1 year or older and be bred in Canada. Veteran and Altered Dogs Bred In Canada may also compete
• This class/show will be held at the end of show #1 & #3
• You will enter this as a separate class on your entry form; only dogs registered in the regular show may compete in Canadian Bred, Best In Show at a fee of $15
• Points will be accumulated as per the regular show points schedule, based on the Number of dogs defeated and placement.
• These points will be gathered towards the separate Title of Canadian Bred Champion
ALL NEW BRED BY EXIBITOR BEST IN SHOW
• Entries can be made through eager dog
• Dogs may enter this event day of the show if registered in the regular show
• To be eligible, your dog must bred by and shown by the breeder of the dog
• This class/show will be held at the end of show #2
• Bred By Exhibitor, Best In Show at a fee of $15
SPECIAL EVENTS
This event is a Christmas-themed Dog Show
** exhibitors are encouraged to where their most festive attire
** A prize valued at $60 will go to the best dressed and $30 value to the runner up
Top Dog of Weekend
** This Cash award is given to the dog who gained the most points over the weekend
FEES
PRE-ENTRY FEES- $30.00
ENTRY DETAILS
1. Limited entry show NO day of Show entries
2. Enter at Eagerdog.com
3. Any questions are to be sent to the Show & Trial Coordinator, Lisa Christie [email protected]
LOCATION
Oxford Dog Sports
907168 Township Road 12 Bright, Ontario, Canada N0J 1B0
New York, NY
14
December
2025
ABIDS – 5th Annual Jingle All The Way Dog Show
Saturday December 13th – Sunday December 14th
ENTRIES
Entries open: November 24th, 2025
Entries close: December 10th, 2025 ENTER AT https://www.eagerdog.com/e/s9tceo
DAY 1
SATURDAY
Show #1 – Cody Longsworth
Show #2 – Amanda McLeod Show #3 – Sandra Alder
DAY 2
SUNDAY
Show #1 – Dillon Conad Show #2 - Roy Atchison (will replace Tina Gibson)
ADDITIONAL EVENTS NEW Canadian Bred Best In Show
• Entries can be made on eager dog • Dogs may enter this event day of show if registered in the regular show
• Let's CELEBRATE our Canadian Bred Dogs • To be eligible, your dog must be 1 year or older and be bred in Canada.
Veteran and Altered Dogs Bred In Canada may also compete
• This class/show will be held at the end of show #1 & #3
• You will enter this as a separate class on your entry form; only dogs registered in the regular show may compete in Canadian Bred, Best In Show at a fee of $15 • Points will be accumulated as per the regular show points schedule, based on the Number of dogs defeated and placement.
• These points will be gathered towards the separate Title of Canadian Bred Champion
ALL NEW! BRED BY EXIBITOR BEST IN SHOW
• Entries can be made through eager dog • Dogs may enter this event day of the show if registered in the regular show
• To be eligible, your dog must bred by and shown by the breeder of the dog • This class/show will be held at the end of show #2
• Bred By Exhibitor, Best In Show at a fee of $15
SPECIAL EVENTS This event is a Christmas-themed Dog Show ** exhibitors are encouraged to where their most festive attire **
A prize valued at $60 will go to the best dressed and $30 value to the runner up Top Dog of Weekend **
This Cash award is given to the dog who gained the most points over the weekend
FEES PRE-ENTRY FEES- $30.00 ENTRY DETAILS 1. Limited entry show NO day of Show entries
2. Enter at Eagerdog.com
3. Any questions are to be sent to the Show & Trial Coordinator, Lisa Christie [email protected]
LOCATION
Oxford Dog Sports 907168 Township Road 12 Bright, Ontario, Canada N0J 1B0
New York, NY
14
December
2025
ABIDS 3rd Annual ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS Show of Shows
Sunday, December 14th (NOT BEFORE 12:30)
This show is an invitational show for dogs who have earned a Best in Show, Reserve Best In Show, Best Puppy In Show, Reserve Best Puppy In Show, Best Baby Puppy In Show, Reserve Best Baby Puppy In Show, Best Altered In Show, or Best Veteran in Show in 2025 at an ABI Show.
This show is a memory of the dog that owned my heart Nanjay’s Absolutely Fabulous (Barbra-Jean)
This Show of Shows and will be judged by Cheryl Patterson* A cash prize will be awarded to the Best of the Best winner. Ribbons for Reserve, Award of Merit, and People's Choice Award, as well as finalists, will also be given.
Very exciting to be a part of this event!
ENTRIES:
Entries Open: November 24th, 2025
Entries Close: December 10th, 2025
FEES
PRE-ENTRY FEES- $30.00
ENTRY DETAILS
1. Please enter by sending an email to [email protected]
2. Show entry fees are to be sent via e-transfer to [email protected]
New York, NY