About Us

Celebrating the Human-Canine Bond

The Great American Dog Show is a full AKC conformation show like you have probably seen on television, but we are so much more! We also feature kids’ events and activities, demonstrations in agility, scent work, obedience, trick dogs and more. We offer dog show tours and lots of educational opportunities.

Educating Pet Owners

Have you ever thought about how to get started in dog agility? Interested in training your own trick dog at home? Would you like to speak to experts in the fields of nutrition, DNA, veterinary care? Want to understand what a dog show is all about? Come join us to learn about everything to do with dogs.

Showcasing All You Can Do With Your Dogs

  • Dog show tours
  • Conformation show
  • Demonstrations in agility, trick dog, scent work, obedience, coon hounds and more
  • Greet the Breeds
  • Dog Grooming Competition (January Only)
  • Breeders education seminars
  • Health clinics for dogs
Showcasing All You Can Do With Your Dogs

An Exciting Line Up of Events

Meet Over 200 AKC Breeds

Greet Many AKC Breeds

Visit with top dog experts from around the country.

Amazing Demonstrations

Amazing Demonstrations

Featuring Agility, Scent Work, Flyball, Trick Dogs and More.
Families Welcome!

Families Welcome!

Fun, interactive activities just for kids

Dog Grooming Competition

Dog Grooming Competition

Windy City Grooming Expo brings you the BEST in dog grooming competition

Vendor Village

Vendor Village

Specialty dog vendors with unique products and gifts for your dogs and your home
Meet the Breeds

GReet the Breeds

Visit our Greet the Breeds booths to learn about the breeds in AKC.

Frequently Asked Questions

Please contact us if you cannot find an answer to your question.