Great American Puppy Show
Do you like dogs shows?
Do you love puppies?
Well if you answered yes then you are going to LOVE the Great American Puppy show….
What is it: The Great American Puppy Show, is run like all the famous dog shows you have seen on TV but instead of Adults , its all puppies!!! Brought to you by Embark, the Official Dog DNA Test of the Great American Puppy Show and the International Kennel Club of Chicago!
Who competes: All puppies from 4 months to 12 months old!
When: Saturday, January 4, 2025 ONLY although you can see baby puppies (4-6 months old) compete Friday and Sunday.
Where: In the Special Puppy Arena found in the main convention center
Why: People from all over the country will come show off your future star and compete for cash prizes! Including $2500 for Best in Show!
What’s next? Come out with the whole family, and root for your favorite baby!
Health Clinics
IKC is proud to offer health clinics at our 2023 shows in January and August:
- OFA Cardiac Clinic
(Advanced and Basic) - OFA Dental Clinic
- OFA Eye Clinic (CAER)
- OFA Thyroid Clinic
Chicago Challenge Cup
Information Coming Soon!
The three shows in the January cluster will serve as the qualifying events for the $25,000 Chicago Challenge Cup (the “Challenge Cup”) sponsored by the Canine Chronicle to be held with the Chicago Dog Show on August 26, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois.
Open Show Extravaganza
The International Kennel Club of Chicago (IKC) has announced plans for the inaugural International Open Show Extravaganza, with an unprecedented focus on Foundation Stock Service (FSS) and Miscellaneous breeds.
Dock Diving
This is a qualifier for the NADD Regionals! Enter the 2023 North American Dock Diving (NADD) at the Great American Dog Show.
Canine Cruise Chicago
Join the American Kennel Club Museum of the Dog for a festive night on board the Spirit of Chicago.as we enjoy cocktails, a buffet-style dinner, silent auction, and dancing while admiring the Chicago skyline from the waters of Lake Michigan.
