Dog shows are competitions where dogs of a similar breed are compared to one another. There are different types of dogs shows. For dog shows sanctioned by the American Kennel Club (AKC), here is a list of the types of shows:
- Conformation
- Obedience
- AKC Rally
- Agility
- Tracking
- AKC Scent Work
- Field Events
- Herding
Go here to learn about how to get involved in showing dogs from the AKC.
Click here for more about the breed of german shepherd dogs by the AKC. The german shepherd breed was initially recognized by the AKC in 1908. Learn about the breed standards, trivia and more at the AKC website.
Information about the 2017 The Westminster Kennel Club