How It Works

1. Choose a Show

Browse available shows and select one that matches your dog breed and interests. Check eligibility requirements and entry deadlines before proceeding.

2. Exhibitor & Dog Information

Provide your exhibitor details and comprehensive dog information including breed, date of birth, sex, and registration number if applicable.

3. Class Selection

Select the appropriate class based on your dog age, sex, and experience level. Standard classes include 3-6 month, 6-12 month, puppy, amateur, and championship divisions.

4. Media Upload Requirements

Submit standardized photos and videos. Required angles:

Head Front Photo - Dog facing camera
Head Side Photo - Profile view of head
Mouth Photo - Dentition view
Front Body Photo - Full frontal stance
Side Stack Photo - Full side profile at stance
Rear Photo - Rear view at stance
Gait Video - 30-60 seconds of dog moving away and back
Down & Back Video - Dog moving down and returning

Media Standards

All submissions must follow these guidelines:

Camera positioned at dog height
Dog fills frame with padding on sides
Natural lighting, no artificial flash
Neutral background (plain wall or outdoor setting)
No filters, edits, or appearance-altering modifications
Movement clearly visible in video submissions

5. Registration & Verification

Depending on show requirements, registration may need verification. This ensures breed authenticity and eligibility compliance.

6. Admin Review

Platform admins review your entry for compliance with submission standards and show requirements. This typically takes 1-3 business days.

7. Judging & Results

Once approved, professional judges review entries using the ShowRingLive platform. Results are published according to the show schedule.