Showing dogs is a great sport where the thrill of competition is combined with the joy of seeing beautiful dogs. Dog shows are one of many types of AKC dog events in which AKC-registered dogs can compete. These events, which draw over three million entries annually, include dog shows and tests of instinct and trainability, such as obedience trials, Canine Good Citizen tests, field trials, agility trials, lure coursing, rally, hunting tests, herding trials, tracking tests, coonhound and earthdog events.

Dog shows (conformation events) are intended to evaluate breeding stock. The size of these events ranges from large all-breed shows, with over 3,000 dogs entered, to small local specialty club shows, featuring a specific breed. The dog's conformation (overall appearance and structure), an indication of the dog's ability to produce quality puppies, is judged.

From the AKC's A Beginner's Guide to Dog Shows

The Afghan Hound Club of America holds two special annual events: the AHCA National Specialty and the AHCA Breeders' Cup. "The National" is the largest all-afghan hound show in the country, featuring not only conformation competition, but also lure coursing, obedience, rally, agility, junior showmanship and a puppy sweepstakes. The Breeders' Cup is special exhibition to showcase breeders' hard work through a special sweepstakes show where litters are entered and evaluated. Though no points are available at the Breeder's Cup, it is the second largest event and a great honor to win Best Puppy at the Breeders' Cup.

Conformation Judging

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