dog show

American  

noun

1. a competitive event in which dogs are exhibited and judged by an established standard or set of ideals prescribed for each breed.

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Etymology

Origin of dog show

First recorded in 1855–60

Example Sentences

With plenty of barks, treats and tail-wagging, the world's biggest and most famous dog show got underway Thursday in Britain, with a record number of overseas entries among those bidding for Crufts glory.

From Barron's • Mar. 5, 2026

He was soon promoted to a travelling salesman, working with sporting kennels before later managing a terrier dog show in Westminster.

From BBC • Mar. 5, 2025

Along the way, he wrote crime novels focused on the Orange County yachting set, upper-crust dog show fans, Palm Springs country clubs, the America’s Cup, and the Nobel Prize.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 28, 2025

By age, it’s got the Westminster dog show beat by two years.

From Seattle Times • May 1, 2024

"To a dog show, where we found Tip and Top," said Janet.

From The Curlytops and Their Pets or Uncle Toby's Strange Collection by Greene, Julia